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.

Protecting Your Family: Recognizing the Signs of Bed Bugs

Protecting Your Family: Recognizing the Signs of Bed Bugs

Key indicators to watch out for—from the bed bug bites they leave behind to the dark spots in your house where they like to hide.

Courtney Leiva

Debunking 10 Common Myths about Autism

Debunking 10 Common Myths about Autism

Why these myths are so harmful and how you can promote acceptance and inclusion by knowing the facts

Jan Stewart

Autism Podcast Review Series: Moms Talk Autism

Autism Podcast Review Series: Moms Talk Autism

In honour of Autism Acceptance Month, we are kicking off a new series where we will review podcasts that focus on autism support and community.

Jan Stewart

We Trust You, We Just Don’t Trust Them

We Trust You, We Just Don’t Trust Them

When our kid is faced with a choice between right and wrong, we trust that he’ll make the right decision, but we don’t trust that his friends will.

Jennifer Cox

Cooking With Kids Can Be Fun (Trust Me!)

Cooking With Kids Can Be Fun (Trust Me!)

While cooking with children is more chaotic, I’ve learned many tricks along the way so it’s not only fun for everyone but practical, too.

Jennifer Cox

Cut Down Your Grocery Bill by Doing This

Cut Down Your Grocery Bill by Doing This

How a fun family challenge ended up cutting our monthly grocery bill by 60% and what we learned in the process.

Jennifer Cox

11 Rules That Can Protect Your Kids From Sexual Abuse

11 Rules That Can Protect Your Kids From Sexual Abuse

Dr. Shani Verschleiser, AuD, LCSW

12 Genius Kitchen Organizers to Improve Your Space

12 Genius Kitchen Organizers to Improve Your Space

These genius kitchen organizers and cleaners make keeping a tidy kitchen easier than ever.

Heather Taylor-Singh

Dropping My Son at Sleepover Camp-What I Learned

Dropping My Son at Sleepover Camp-What I Learned

If your child is heading into their first sleepover camp experience, here are ten tips from a mom who’s been there.

Lindsay Karp

Can Antibiotics Cause Constipation? What You Should Know

Can Antibiotics Cause Constipation? What You Should Know

Taking antibiotics to treat a bacterial infection can sometimes do a number on the gut. Here’s how to keep things moving right along

Stephanie Anderson Witmer

What is Kawasaki Disease and Its Symptoms in Children?

What is Kawasaki Disease and Its Symptoms in Children?

Kawasaki disease causes a high fever and rash in young children. Here's what you need to know about this rare, but serious childhood illness.

Risa Kerslake

How to Declutter Clothes and Kids' Closets Like a Pro

How to Declutter Clothes and Kids' Closets Like a Pro

We spoke to the pros about how to declutter clothes and kids' closets for good. It's easier than you think!

Courtney Leiva

When I Found a Toddler Fork at the Bottom of My Drawer

When I Found a Toddler Fork at the Bottom of My Drawer

As I searched my kitchen for a meat thermometer, I found a toddler fork buried beneath the mess.

Lindsay Karp

When is Constipation an Emergency in Babies and Children?

When is Constipation an Emergency in Babies and Children?

No parent wants to see their kiddo be uncomfortable from constipation. But when is it a sign of something serious—or even an emergency?

Stephanie Anderson Witmer

Can Stress Cause Constipation? Yes, in Both Adults and Children

Can Stress Cause Constipation? Yes, in Both Adults and Children

Could stress be causing your constipation or is it something else? Here's what one expert has to say.

Amanda Lauren

How to Prepare Your Garden for Spring—With Kids

How to Prepare Your Garden for Spring—With Kids

To prepare your garden for spring, let your littles ones maintain their own — they take great pride in preparing the area and planting their seeds.

Jennifer Cox

What is Rotavirus: Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment

What is Rotavirus: Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment

Rotavirus is a common, but preventable childhood illness that causes diarrhea and vomiting. Learn the signs and how to keep your child healthy.

Risa Kerslake

4 Sustainable Crafts to Celebrate Earth Day

4 Sustainable Crafts to Celebrate Earth Day

Nature-inspired crafts deepen our connection to the environment. Here are our favourite sustainable crafts to celebrate Earth Day with our little ones.

Becky Ward

Does Apple Juice for Constipation Actually Work?

Does Apple Juice for Constipation Actually Work?

Some parents swear by apple juice as a tried-and-true method for getting kids to go. But does it actually work?

Stephanie Anderson Witmer

How Parents Can Educate Their Kids About Financial Scams

How Parents Can Educate Their Kids About Financial Scams

There are some money lessons we don’t want our kids to learn the hard way. Here’s how to help prevent them from falling victim in the future.

Jennifer Seitz