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There's nothing like quality time with your family. We’ve got fun ideas for indoor games, camping and travel tips, holiday crafts, and everything in between.

There's something for everyone with this year's best advent calendars

There's something for everyone with this year's best advent calendars

From essential oils to gourmet gummies to cheese (yes, cheese!)

Andréanne Dion

24 Indoor Games To Keep Kids Entertained On A Rainy Day

24 Indoor Games To Keep Kids Entertained On A Rainy Day

Here’s a list of indoor games and activities that will keep the kids (and you) happy and active—no TV or video games required.

Haley Overland

5 reasons to get a babysitter at Disney

5 reasons to get a babysitter at Disney

After a day of tantrums, blow-outs and over-excited kids, a babysitter is sometimes the only way for adults to bring the Disney magic back.

Danielle Braff

12 little ways to make your kid's day

12 little ways to make your kid's day

We asked parenting educator and psychotherapist Andrea Loewen Nair for easy things parents can do to ensure their kids feel heard, important and loved.

Kim Shiffman

10 ways to keep your toddler busy

Toddler behaviour

10 ways to keep your toddler busy

Need to get something done, but your toddler's demanding your attention? Try one of these 10 ideas to buy you some time.

Jennifer Hughes

Binge-watch after bedtime: What's new on Netflix Canada in November 2019

Binge-watch after bedtime: What's new on Netflix Canada in November 2019

A whole bunch of holiday movies and new episodes of The Crown and Queer Eye are coming. Here's what's new on Netflix Canada in November 2019.

Kevin John Siazon

3 smart tips to help you plan your next winter road trip

3 smart tips to help you plan your next winter road trip

This mom isn’t going to let a little snow and slush keep her family off the roads. Get her tips for having fun and staying safe on a winter road trip!

Maca Atencio, Hey Maca

17 kids’ movies and shows that are new on Netflix Canada in November 2019

17 kids’ movies and shows that are new on Netflix Canada in November 2019

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

Kevin John Siazon

Everything you need to know about Apple TV Plus and Disney+

Everything you need to know about Apple TV Plus and Disney+

Two new and exciting streaming services are joining the fray – Apple TV Plus and Disney+. Here’s how they work, how much they cost and what they’ll offer.

Rebecca Gao

3 tips to avoid a Halloween meltdown

3 tips to avoid a Halloween meltdown

Overexcitement, costume freak-outs and sugar overload can lead to a Halloween meltdown. Here’s how to avoid the drama.

Today's Parent

11 easy Halloween face painting tutorials

11 easy Halloween face painting tutorials

Does your kid want to be a werewolf for Halloween? Or maybe he likes being a cat? Turn him into his fave creatures with these face-painting tutorials.

Alyssa Ashton

6 easy yoga poses for kids

6 easy yoga poses for kids

Whether it's a frog or a camel, here are some fun animal-themed yoga poses for kids.

Jessica Spera

9 reasons to take your kids to Florida's Space Coast

9 reasons to take your kids to Florida's Space Coast

Your family vacation will embark in five, four, three, two… Here's what awaits your aspiring astronauts in Florida's famous launching pad.

Christina Stevenson

7 busy airports kids and families will love

7 busy airports kids and families will love

Long layover? No problem. Seven of the busiest airports are equipped with museums, play areas and the world's tallest slide for your tiny jet-setter.

Crystal Ponti

8 holiday titles for kids that are new on Netflix Canada in 2019

8 holiday titles for kids that are new on Netflix Canada in 2019

The holidays are upon us, and Netflix Canada has announced their family-friendly seasonal shows and movies. Here's what's coming in 2019.

Kevin John Siazon

Thanksgiving: Four DIY looks for your table

Thanksgiving: Four DIY looks for your table

Give your Thanksgiving table a fresh new look with our four DIY decor ideas, complete with table crafts for parents and kids alike.

Today's Parent

Walking with elephants helped me understand why kids need to learn about ecotourism

Walking with elephants helped me understand why kids need to learn about ecotourism

Responsible travel isn't top of mind for most families, but Airbnb's new Animal Experience program is making ecotourism a more accessible option.

Simone Olivero

6 fun baby carrier costumes for Halloween

6 fun baby carrier costumes for Halloween

It’s baby’s first Halloween! These DIY baby carrier costumes put your cutie front and centre. Bonus: Many work for toddlers, too.

Rayna Schwartz

15 trick-or-treating safety tips to ensure a happy and healthy Halloween

15 trick-or-treating safety tips to ensure a happy and healthy Halloween

Before your little ghosts and goblins head out for Halloween, read these important safety tips.

Joelene Huber

7 toy storage solutions for the new year

7 toy storage solutions for the new year

Ariel Brewster