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26 kids’ movies and shows that are new on Netflix Canada in December 2020

26 kids’ movies and shows that are new on Netflix Canada in December 2020

Every month, Netflix Canada adds family-friendly shows and movies for your kids to stream. Here's what's coming up in December 2020.

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I love being a SAHM, but I'm over asking my husband for money each week

I love being a SAHM, but I'm over asking my husband for money each week

Because money is such a taboo topic, I really have no idea if this is how other SAHMS and single-income families manage their finances.

Ceileigh Hammond

What's new on Disney+ Canada for kids and families in December 2020

What's new on Disney+ Canada for kids and families in December 2020

Disney+ is always adding to their library of movies, TV shows and shorts to watch. Here's what your family can look forward to in December 2020.

Kevin John Siazon

My four-year-old had 10 cavities and I feel like a total failure

My four-year-old had 10 cavities and I feel like a total failure

Rachel Cameron

15 ways to keep kids active indoors (even if you don't have much space)

15 ways to keep kids active indoors (even if you don't have much space)

Here's how to keep your kids off the couch, even if you don't have much space.

Angela Serednicki

6 chili recipes to chill out with

6 chili recipes to chill out with

Chili is hearty, easy to make and delicious. Most of these recipes yield big portions, and leftovers are never bad to have on hand.

Amy Valm

Can someone else feed my kids?

Can someone else feed my kids?

Making dinner has to be one of the most thankless jobs of parenting. It’s exhausting, I hate it, and I’m ready to give up.

Sheri Segal Glick

10 Best Weighted Blankets for Kids 2024

10 Best Weighted Blankets for Kids 2024

Best weighted blanket for kids: Our favorite blankets designed to help soothe ADHD, anxiety and sleepless nights.

Bryce Gruber

7 plant-based foods for holiday entertaining

7 plant-based foods for holiday entertaining

Simone Olivero

78 Fun Things to Do at Home to Avoid Cabin Fever

78 Fun Things to Do at Home to Avoid Cabin Fever

Being stuck at home isn't ideal — here are 70+ fun things to do to make the time pass!

Kevin John Siazon

3 ways to turn big batch beans into easy weeknight dinners

3 ways to turn big batch beans into easy weeknight dinners

Claire Tansey

Canadian moms on how COVID is hurting their careers

Canadian moms on how COVID is hurting their careers

Balancing paid work and domestic responsibilities in the midst of lockdowns and quarantines feels like a superhuman feat.

Jennifer Goldberg and Nora Loreto, Chatelaine

Everything we know so far about the COVID-19 vaccine

Everything we know so far about the COVID-19 vaccine

Claire Gagne

16 adorable gifts for the furry friends in your life

16 adorable gifts for the furry friends in your life

Simone Olivero

Why the sweater dress is our new do-everything staple

Why the sweater dress is our new do-everything staple

Claire Gagné

All the things that swirl through a mom's head in any given moment

All the things that swirl through a mom's head in any given moment

We've all heard of emotional labour at this point, but a recent holiday made it crystal clear just how heavy and exhausting my mental load is.

Joanna Myers

An age-by-age guide to nurturing creativity in kids

An age-by-age guide to nurturing creativity in kids

Parenting expert Judy Arnall’s new book, Unschooling to University, explores helping children think outside the box, solve problems and channel their artistic abilities at any age—from babies all the way to teens.

Judy Arnall

Christmas will be OK—take it from this Jewish mom

Christmas will be OK—take it from this Jewish mom

When lockdown started, a Passover seder on Zoom seemed ridiculous. But two high holidays later, this mom can attest to the resilience of holidays.

Lea Zeltserman

How adopting my daughter helped me reconnect with my roots

How adopting my daughter helped me reconnect with my roots

After adopting my daughter, I was committed to helping her grow up to be a proud Indigenous woman. And in the process, I became one, too.

Stacey Moffatt*

10 DIY Christmas ornaments

10 DIY Christmas ornaments

Get the family together and create these super easy and festive DIY Christmas ornaments.

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