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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.

10 reasons the jumpsuit is the ultimate mom power suit

10 reasons the jumpsuit is the ultimate mom power suit

Babies live in them, so why can't mom? Jumpsuits are the one-piece wonders that will be your go-to wardrobe staple before, during and after pregnancy.

Simone Olivero

15 kids’ movies and shows that are new on Netflix Canada in October 2019

15 kids’ movies and shows that are new on Netflix Canada in October 2019

Every month, Netflix Canada adds family-friendly shows and movies for your kids to stream. Here's what's coming up in October 2019.

Kevin John Siazon

How my daughter taught me to fail

How my daughter taught me to fail

It has taken many mistakes and a whole lot of frustration, but helping my daughter play violin has given me something I’ve always wanted.

Lisa Selin Davis

4 things I learned when I went on a mom-cation

4 things I learned when I went on a mom-cation

Before I knew it, in the middle of a harsh Toronto winter, I was booked for a four-night trip to Florida. All. By. Myself.

Kim Shiffman

5 things to do in Tampa with kids

5 things to do in Tampa with kids

Many travellers dismiss Tampa, but the average age in this Gulf Coast city is 34 years old, making millennials and young families feel right at home here.

Claire Sibonney

5 ways to make your kid's hand-me-downs look cool again

5 ways to make your kid's hand-me-downs look cool again

Transform boring, worn-out hand-me-downs into clothes your kids will love. Bonus: These DIYs will save you tons of money.

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These Canadian moms struck gold while inspired on mat leave

These Canadian moms struck gold while inspired on mat leave

Meet these five amazing mom entrepreneurs who made the leap to self-employment after having babies—and didn’t look back. (Bonus: they're all Canadian!)

Claire Sibonney

Why I'm glad I didn't redshirt my December baby

Why I'm glad I didn't redshirt my December baby

"I couldn't help but feel I'd made a horrible mistake. I wondered if I should have held Isaac back, effectively 'redshirting' my December baby."

Jennifer Pinarski

Was I selfish for putting off another baby?

Was I selfish for putting off another baby?

Had I waited too long for a second child within the two-year gap? Had I robbed my soon-to-be six-year-old son of the closeness of childhood siblinghood?

Alicia Lue

15 Best Online Maternity Clothes Stores in Canada

15 Best Online Maternity Clothes Stores in Canada

Not sure where to buy cute maternity clothes in Canada? Luckily, everything from comfy maternity bras to trendy dresses and rompers can be shopped online.

Alexandra Donaldson

7 things to do in Annapolis with kids

7 things to do in Annapolis with kids

From battling pirates to eating delicious crab dishes, families will love Annapolis and the surrounding towns of Chesapeake Bay.

Davina Sinnatamby

When you have to give birth in secret

When you have to give birth in secret

Indigenous children are, to put it mildly, overrepresented in Canada’s child-welfare system. So parents and activists are going to great lengths to protect their kids.

Kyle Edwards, Maclean's

15 Energizing Breakfast Recipes

15 Energizing Breakfast Recipes

It's the most important meal of the day, dudes. Keep little bellies full until lunch with these nutrient-dense breakfast recipes.

Amy Valm

No one takes pictures of moms—so I'm doing something about it

No one takes pictures of moms—so I'm doing something about it

Kristen Thompson

Why I let my son visit his dad in jail

Why I let my son visit his dad in jail

Despite my determination to never put my children through the anxiety of a jailhouse visit, when my son asked to see his dad, I couldn’t say no.

Judith Hahne

8 Lunch Recipes For Kids Who Hate Sandwiches

8 Lunch Recipes For Kids Who Hate Sandwiches

There are better things than sliced bread, you know. We’ve rounded up eight kid-approved lunch ideas, without a sandwich to be seen!

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Are We Better Off Waiting To Be Older Parents?

Are We Better Off Waiting To Be Older Parents?

As more women choose to have children in middle age, they feel that they’re excelling as parents, their kids are happy and the downsides are no big deal.

Katrina Onstad

10 non-boring chicken recipes

10 non-boring chicken recipes

Take a walk on the wild side with a boring-free chicken recipe. We love basic chicken sometimes, too, but it feels good to try something new.

Amy Valm

Choosing the right toddler shoes

Toddler development

Choosing the right toddler shoes

Finding the proper toddler shoes that fit and provide good support requires a few important steps. Here's how to shop for your little one's first pair.

Lola Augustine Brown

8 wintery things to do in Quebec City with kids

8 wintery things to do in Quebec City with kids

Holiday decorations and steady snowfall make Old Quebec City feel like a snow globe come to life—and a splendid March break destination.

Sasha Emmons