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If it seems serious, go see a DOCTOR, not a naturopath

If it seems serious, go see a DOCTOR, not a naturopath

Ezekiel died of meningitis when he was 18-months-old. His parents had treated him with horseradish and onion smoothies.

Kate Lunau

8 quick and easy DIY loot bag favours

8 quick and easy DIY loot bag favours

These adorable, inexpensive loot bag favours can be whipped up in no time!

Today's Parent

Boob jobs: The post-baby identity of our breasts

Boob jobs: The post-baby identity of our breasts

Breast pump, breastfeeding, husband, baby... Here's what deputy editor Leah Rumack has to say about how everyone's after her breasts.

Leah Rumack

Are "natural" childbirth and attachment parenting bad for moms?

Are "natural" childbirth and attachment parenting bad for moms?

Controversial OB/GYN-turned-author Amy Tuteur argues that attachment parenting and the pressure to have a "natural" childbirth are setbacks for women.

Courtney Shea

10 birthday treats that go beyond cake

10 birthday treats that go beyond cake

Not all kids like cake, but their birthdays can still include special desserts. Check out these delicious birthday treats.

Alex Mlynek

Zoomberry: A bedtime story for kids with wild imaginations

Zoomberry: A bedtime story for kids with wild imaginations

This bedtime story by Dennis Lee will take you flying on a poetic journey through the night sky.

Emily Rivas

Classic skipping songs

Classic skipping songs

Nichola Anderson

10 awesome new attractions at Disney World

10 awesome new attractions at Disney World

There's finally a Frozen ride. You need to check out these amazing new attractions at Disney World.

Alyssa Ashton

12 great Mother's Day gifts under $25

12 great Mother's Day gifts under $25

Budget-friendly doesn't have to mean boring. Check out these pretty Mother's Day gifts under $25.

Erin Finlayson

Latest WTF trend—paying people to name your baby

Latest WTF trend—paying people to name your baby

Not sure what to name your baby? There's now a service that can help. No, we are not joking.

Tara-Michelle Ziniuk

Zika virus in Canada: Two pregnant women test positive

Zika virus in Canada: Two pregnant women test positive

Two cases have been confirmed in BC, but health officials say Canadians need not worry.

The Canadian Press

9 tips for bringing your kids to a baseball game

9 tips for bringing your kids to a baseball game

Park or drive? Stroller or baby carrier? Bring the iPad or no? A Toronto Blue Jays baseball superfan and mom of two shares her best advice.

Katie Dupuis

I hate Earth Day

I hate Earth Day

Schools that preach about saving the planet on Earth Day are oversimplifying a complex issue.

Lisa Kadane

9 fun Vancouver playgrounds

9 fun Vancouver playgrounds

Get outside and enjoy one of these fun Vancouver playgrounds that your kids will love.

Amy Valm

Dragon wing template

Dragon wing template

Want to make a dragon puppet? You just need a few supplies and this wing template and you're ready to fly.

Today's Parent

Why some parents are giving their kids cannabis oil

Why some parents are giving their kids cannabis oil

Parents of children with severe epilepsy are turning to cannabis oil in a desperate attempt to find relief—and a life—for their kids.

Kalli Anderson

Same-sex parents: Still just like everybody else

Same-sex parents: Still just like everybody else

A new study confirms what we kind of already know: Same-sex parents are just like everybody else.

Susan Goldberg

12 tips for getting your kids outdoors

12 tips for getting your kids outdoors

Convincing your kids to play outdoors isn't always easy. Read on for new ideas to get them going.

Emily Rivas

RRSP: Your top 20 questions answered

RRSP: Your top 20 questions answered

Wish you knew more about RRSPs? We've got you covered with everything you need to know now.

Rob Gerlsbeck

What to do when your kid's the bully

What to do when your kid's the bully

Lots of kids test out being mean—even your little angel—but you can stop the behaviour that has them acting like a bully.

Shandley McMurray