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Why I’m raising my daughter on the rez—a portion of her traditional homelands

Why I’m raising my daughter on the rez—a portion of her traditional homelands

I'm raising my daughter on the reservation because I want her to grow up knowing that “rez life” is a beautiful life.

Andrea Landry

14 new baby and kid products our editors are loving this month

14 new baby and kid products our editors are loving this month

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Why my two children have different last names

Why my two children have different last names

My husband and I had no trouble coming up with hundreds of potential baby names. The real struggle was what their last names should be.

Kathryn Hayward

Why outdoor play is important for kids

Why outdoor play is important for kids

Many benefits come with outdoor play, from motor-skill development and stress reduction to skills traditionally learned in a classroom—and endless fun, too!

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7 ingenious craft hacks

7 ingenious craft hacks

Don't dread craft time with your kids! With these hacks, you'll find easy storage solutions and clean up glitter like a pro.

Kathryn Hayward

Eulogy to a marriage lost to parenthood

Eulogy to a marriage lost to parenthood

I gave everything I had advocating for my son. There was never enough time, space or energy for anything else.

Charlotte Dobo

Montessori vs. traditional preschool: How to choose

Montessori vs. traditional preschool: How to choose

What's the difference between Montessori and traditional preschool or daycare? Here's what you should know—and how to pick the best care for your kid.

Jaclyn Law

I lived in mom “survival mode” for so long, I forgot how to be normal

I lived in mom “survival mode” for so long, I forgot how to be normal

Now that I wasn’t managing the daily logistics of having three kids, and constantly tending to everyone else's needs, I didn't know what to do with myself.

Sarah Bradley

The one word you should never say when your kid is melting down

The one word you should never say when your kid is melting down

Teaching feelings by validating your kid's emotions works—but it's tough to do. Here's how to help them recognize what they're feeling and move on.

Claire Sibonney

5 ways to help develop STEM skills from a young age

5 ways to help develop STEM skills from a young age

Everyone knows early literacy skills are important. But we should also be promoting early STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) skills.

Kym Simoncini

Why mom guilt is the biggest lie of all

Why mom guilt is the biggest lie of all

If all moms feel guilty—and research shows that we pretty much all do—then there's no “better” mother to compare ourselves to. Mom guilt is a sham.

Lauren Smith Brody

How to raise a feminist

How to raise a feminist

Whether you have a boy or a girl, teaching your kids about gender equality feels more crucial than ever.

Reva Seth

What it's like to come out as queer in your late 30s

What it's like to come out as queer in your late 30s

Alena Papayanis

This Might Be Why You're Getting So Mad At Your Kids

This Might Be Why You're Getting So Mad At Your Kids

Understanding your parenting triggers—and dealing with the emotions underneath—can help you problem-solve instead of losing it on your kid.

Claire Sibonney

*This* is the best stage of parenting. There, I said it.

This is the best stage of parenting. There, I said it.

There is an interlude between the slog of toddlers and the horror of teens known as the “golden years,” and I’m in it now.

Claire Lawrence

My kids hate each other—and I'm afraid that will never change

My kids hate each other—and I'm afraid that will never change

I had two kids was so they'd have each other to lean on as adults. But because of their sibling rivalry, they might not even end up on speaking terms.

Danielle Braff

Binge-watch after bedtime: What's coming to Netflix Canada in March 2021

Binge-watch after bedtime: What's coming to Netflix Canada in March 2021

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Don’t judge yourself if a long shower is your only form of self-care right now

Don’t judge yourself if a long shower is your only form of self-care right now

You may forget what book you're "reading" but closing the bathroom door for a few minutes or running errands solo definitely count as self-care for parents.

Kate Borsato

14 plant-based meat alternatives your kids will love

14 plant-based meat alternatives your kids will love

Meat-free doesn't have to be a Monday thing. These ready-made plant-based meat alternatives taste great and make plant-based eating a no-brainer.

Simone Olivero

What's new on Disney+ Canada for kids and families in March 2021

What's new on Disney+ Canada for kids and families in March 2021

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