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13 awesome things to do in the GTA with kids this summer

13 awesome things to do in the GTA with kids this summer

Looking for fun, kid-friendly things to do in the GTA this summer? We’ve rounded up some of the best ones!

Alex Mlynek

Has Lego become too violent?

Has Lego become too violent?

A new study says that Lego toys have become more violent. One mom of two Lego-obsessed boys agrees.

Leah McLaren

Is Quebec doing parental leave the best?

Is Quebec doing parental leave the best?

Parental benefits through EI was always an odd fit. Here’s what we can learn from Quebec.

Maclean's

Do you let your kids play with unvaccinated friends?

Do you let your kids play with unvaccinated friends?

Two parents discuss whether or not you should let your child mingle with unvaccinated children.

Meg Payne

10 awesome things to do in Edmonton with kids this summer

10 awesome things to do in Edmonton with kids this summer

Looking for fun, kid-friendly things to do in Edmonton this summer? We’ve rounded up some of the best events!

Alex Mlynek

The secret superpowers of every dad

The secret superpowers of every dad

Ready or not, you're a dad! Don't worry—nature is tweaking your brain and body in ways that'll ensure you're just the right man for the job.

Peter McMahon

Is Using a Tablet to Keep Your Kid Occupied Lazy Parenting?

Is Using a Tablet to Keep Your Kid Occupied Lazy Parenting?

Now that childhood has gone high-tech, some parents are left feeling guilty about all that screen time.

Athena Tsavliris

6 discipline fallbacks… and how to fix them!

6 discipline fallbacks… and how to fix them!

Hollering and other bad habits may seem to work—but here's what experts say about discipline that will hone your kids' behaviour over the long haul.

Astrid Van Den Broek

7 things to know before coaching your kid's team

7 things to know before coaching your kid's team

Think you’re ready to teach kids how to shoot a puck or throw the perfect pitch? Before you raise your hand to volunteer, there are a few lessons for you to learn.

Astrid van den Broek

13 smooth food recipes for picky eaters

13 smooth food recipes for picky eaters

Have a fussy eater on your hands? If texture is the issue, these tasty smooth food recipes should help.

Today's Parent

Doctors warn against sliding with toddlers

Doctors warn against sliding with toddlers

After several incidents of broken bones, doctors in Winnipeg warn parents to avoid sliding with their children on their laps.

Jennifer Pinarski

4 ridiculously easy nail art designs

4 ridiculously easy nail art designs

Want to be a nail art pro (or at least look like one)? Rita Remark, lead artist for Essie Canada, shares four easy tricks that will give your nails fresh-out-of-the-salon look.

Today's Parent

How to deal with two kids under two

How to deal with two kids under two

Adjusting to having two kids under two can be a challenge. Check out these tips on how to juggle your toddler's needs with your new baby’s.

Claire Gagne

How to outsmart your kids online

How to outsmart your kids online

Amber Mac and Michael Bazzell know that parents have a hard time catching up to their kids’ online-savviness. Their new handbook is here to help.

Emily Rivas

Is your child afraid of kids' movies?

Is your child afraid of kids' movies?

Media exposure becomes harder to control once your kids hit school-age. Here's how to handle it when even kids' movies scare your little one.

Diane Peters

10 recipes to kick off barbecue season

10 recipes to kick off barbecue season

Fire up the grill and give one of these recipes a try!

Alex Mlynek

How to soothe a sunburn

How to soothe a sunburn

A cool trick to make your kid's sunburn a little more bearable.

Amy Valm

How to keep sand out at the beach

How to keep sand out at the beach

Sand has a way of getting into everything. Here's a quick tip to keep it from spoiling your day at the beach.

Amy Valm

22 awesome summer toys

22 awesome summer toys

Yes! Warm weather is finally upon us. Keep the kids entertained with these fun summer toys for the backyard or the park.

Amy Valm

Is it OK to cry in front of your kids?

Is it OK to cry in front of your kids?

If you cry in front of your kids, they might get scared. But it also teaches them that crying is normal.

Katie Dupuis