Family

Let us help navigate daily life with your growing family, with everything from kids’ craft and activity ideas to advice on discipline and birthday party inspiration.

How to make Yogurt Parfait Popsicles

How to make Yogurt Parfait Popsicles

Looking to make a healthy popsicle? We show you how to make a cool treat using yogurt and jam.

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How to make a Beach Please Smoothie

How to make a Beach Please Smoothie

No sand, no umbrella? No problem! Bring the sunshine anytime with this pina colada-inspired smoothie.

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Binge-watch after bedtime: What's coming to Netflix Canada in August 2018

Binge-watch after bedtime: What's coming to Netflix Canada in August 2018

New episodes of How to Get Away With Murder, The 100 and Outlander are coming. Here's what's new on Netflix Canada in August 2018.

Victoria Christie

6 best fruit crisp and crumble recipes

6 best fruit crisp and crumble recipes

Up your daily fruit intake with a tasty crisp. We've got crumbles, crisps and an apple betty. What's the difference? Not sure, but they're all delicious.

Amy Valm

11 kids’ movies and shows coming to Netflix Canada in August 2018

11 kids’ movies and shows coming to Netflix Canada in August 2018

Every month, Netflix Canada adds family-friendly shows and movies for your kids to stream. Here's what's coming up in August 2018.

Kim Shiffman

Does my child have autism?: 10 red flags to watch out for

Does my child have autism?: 10 red flags to watch out for

These are red flags for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in a baby, toddler or pre-schooler—if you spot them, ask your paediatrician about early interventions

Joel Yanofsky

14 things to do in Barcelona with kids

14 things to do in Barcelona with kids

Whether you’re headed there to catch a cruise or plan to make it your Spanish home base, Barcelona is perfect for a family adventure

Barry Choi

People seem baffled that my husband is taking paternity leave so I can work

People seem baffled that my husband is taking paternity leave so I can work

When Jessi Cruickshank's twins were eight-weeks-old she had to return to work—so her husband became a stay-at-home dad.

Jessi Cruickshank

I cut my maternity leave short for a better paying job

I cut my maternity leave short for a better paying job

I cherished the time with my baby, but this is why I decided to put my career first.

Sophie Nicholls Jones

I wish I had a book like this when I was growing up

I wish I had a book like this when I was growing up

At the bookstore, among the paperbacks about caterpillars, bears and little tots, I couldn’t find a single story with a main character who looked like me.

Ishani Nath

How to make a Sheet Pan Roast Chicken Dinner

How to make a Sheet Pan Roast Chicken Dinner

Your sheet pan is coming in hot! Whip up a quick dinner on a busy week night with this easy roast chicken sheet pan supper with lots of veggies.

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8 healthy soup recipes

8 healthy soup recipes

Slurping up a bowl of tasty soup is never a bad idea. Indulge guilt-free with these healthy bowls packed with disguised veggies and minimal salt.

Simone Olivero

I loved toy guns as a kid, so why am I struggling to let my son play with them?

I loved toy guns as a kid, so why am I struggling to let my son play with them?

Toy guns themselves aren't the problem, but it's hard to see my son play with guns when we're surrounded by gun violence. I asked experts if I should worry.

Micah Toub

11 family-friendly Airbnbs in Rome

11 family-friendly Airbnbs in Rome

When in Rome, do as the Romans do by staying in one of these sweet homes. Your family will truly get a taste of what it means to live la dolce vita!

Simone Olivero

10 things to do in Washington, D.C. with kids

10 things to do in Washington, D.C. with kids

Hands-on museums and kid-friendly attractions are just a few reasons to plan your next family vacation in Washington, D.C.

Kathryn Streeter

Summer craft: How to make a dip-dyed watermelon t-shirt

Summer craft: How to make a dip-dyed watermelon t-shirt

Are you ready to dip dye? Craft Editor Mandy Milks shows you how to turn a plain white t-shirt (or onesie) into a cool watermelon t-shirt.

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29 best kids' TV shows on Netflix Canada

29 best kids' TV shows on Netflix Canada

These fun-filled and family-friendly TV shows on Netflix Canada will keep your kids entertained so that you can finally fold that pile of laundry.

Ashwini Paradkar

7 ways I helped my daughter through my divorce

7 ways I helped my daughter through my divorce

It was a sad day when I accepted that living separate lives might be the only way forward.

Elise Kaiman

I was facing mutiny on a family hike. Why do we insist on quality time again?

I was facing mutiny on a family hike. Why do we insist on quality time again?

There we were—hot and thirsty on a hike without a map. And then a miracle happened...

Julie Matlin

14 healthy breakfast recipes

14 healthy breakfast recipes

A healthy breakfast doesn't have to be a boring breakfast. Try adding these hearty and healthy breakfast recipes to your morning.

Amy Valm