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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.

8 simple popsicle ideas to keep you cool this summer

8 simple popsicle ideas to keep you cool this summer

Today's Parent

10 maternity clothing essentials every pregnant woman needs

10 maternity clothing essentials every pregnant woman needs

Who has the time (or the budget) to completely overhaul their wardrobe?! We’ve rounded up the ten maternity essentials worth investing in.

Simone Olivero

5 easy summer recipes you can make in a pinch

5 easy summer recipes you can make in a pinch

Take the stress out of your kitchen and fire up the grill. From pizza to pancakes to nachos, these recipes taste like summer—even on a rainy day.

Simone Olivero

10 family memberships in Toronto that are definitely worth the dough

10 family memberships in Toronto that are definitely worth the dough

When you’re looking to fill countless kid hours all year-round, a Toronto family membership can be the perfect solution.

Chris Deacon

16 ways to turn your backyard into the ultimate playground

16 ways to turn your backyard into the ultimate playground

Keep kids busy this summer—without going anywhere. Our favourite products to transform your drab patch of grass into the envy of the neighbourhood.

Karen Robock

4 easy ways to teach kids gratitude

4 easy ways to teach kids gratitude

Studies show that grateful kids are happier, less stressed and have a more optimistic outlook on life. Here are four easy ways to teach kids gratitude.

Zoja Popovic

21 Kid-Friendly Salad Recipes

21 Kid-Friendly Salad Recipes

Do you have a kid who refuses to eat his greens? Try these picky-eater-approved salad recipes.

Andrew Roberts

9 delicious gluten-free recipes you've gotta try

9 delicious gluten-free recipes you've gotta try

Who says you need wheat to have a good time? Sink your teeth into these mouthwatering gluten-free recipes that everyone will love.

Amy Valm

9 unexpected toast toppings

9 unexpected toast toppings

Back off, peanut butter! These nine unexpected toppers take toast to the next level.

Today's Parent

17 delicious camping recipes

17 delicious camping recipes

When you’re out in the wilderness, you want your food warm, hearty and quick. These delicious recipes are truly out of (camp)site!

Amy Valm

30 best packaged foods to make dinner a breeze

30 best packaged foods to make dinner a breeze

Ain't no shame in the packaged foods game. Some nights, supper just needs to make itself. We tapped a nutritionist for the healthiest, tastiest and quickest options.

Aileen Brabazon

10 magical camping alternatives kids will love

10 magical camping alternatives kids will love

Why camp when you can glamp? From yurts to castles to cabooses, these one-of-a-kind vacation rentals let you skip the tent.

Simone Olivero

10 summer festivals worth checking out across Canada

10 summer festivals worth checking out across Canada

There’s a lot to celebrate across the country this summer. Check out these unique, family-friendly festivals from coast to coast.

Lisa Kadane

8 tasty lentil recipes

8 tasty lentil recipes

Part of the legume family, lentils are packed with fibre and protein. These lentil recipes cook up fast and taste pretty good, too!

Today's Parent

I'm a better mother because I only have one child

I'm a better mother because I only have one child

Deep down, I knew the chances of me being able to manage my mental health would decrease dramatically if I welcomed another child into the world.

Tara Mandarano

10 delicious recipes to get your kid to try new flavours

10 delicious recipes to get your kid to try new flavours

Sure, they might turn their nose up at perfectly good food, but don't stop introducing new flavours. They may still be a budding foodie yet.

Amy Valm

12 saucy recipes

12 saucy recipes

There's a time and a place for sauce. With these dishes, the time is always and the place is your plate. Get inspired with these easy, saucy recipes.

Amy Valm

Summer Sun Protection: A Guide for Kids and Babies

Summer Sun Protection: A Guide for Kids and Babies

Here’s everything you need to know about sun protection this summer, including UPF rash guards and the difference between mineral and chemical sunscreens.

Karen Robock

The 11 best water parks in Canada

The 11 best water parks in Canada

Summer means one thing: water parks! Here's a list of our favourite water parks and splash pads across Canada.

Jody Robbins

51 ways to get your kids off screens this summer

51 ways to get your kids off screens this summer

When your kids chant, “We’re bored,” it can be tempting to switch on a screen. Try these old-school alternatives instead.

Lola Augustine Brown