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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.

Binge-watch after bedtime: What's coming to Netflix Canada in September 2018

Binge-watch after bedtime: What's coming to Netflix Canada in September 2018

Balck Panther, Bridesmaids and new episodes of This Is Us are coming. Here's what's new on Netflix Canada in August 2018.

Victoria Christie

13 Best Indoor Playgrounds in Toronto

13 Best Indoor Playgrounds in Toronto

Looking for fun indoor playgrounds in Toronto and the GTA? We've rounded up the best ones and they all have drop-in hours. Yay!

Alex Mlynek

6 things I learned about baby modelling when my kid shot a Gap ad

6 things I learned about baby modelling when my kid shot a Gap ad

I'd never considered baby modelling until a Facebook casting call caught my eye. And although my kid booked a great gig, I don't think we'd do it again.

Juliet Izon

Good Night, Sweet Dreams: Bedtime Meditation for Kids

Good Night, Sweet Dreams: Bedtime Meditation for Kids

Good night. Sweet dreams. It's time to go to sleep. Tania Joy Antonio, author of The Affirmation Station, guides you through this bedtime meditation.

Today's Parent

5 fun first-day-of-school photo ideas

5 fun first-day-of-school photo ideas

On the first day of school, capture the most social media–worthy photos ever with these awesome DIY props.

Today's Parent

Did you give your kids a good enough summer?

Did you give your kids a good enough summer?

There's so much pressure to live it up with your kids in the summertime, but maybe it's time we cut ourselves a little slack.

Joanna Myers

Minimalism is overrated: Why I’m glad I didn’t throw out all my kids’ stuff

Minimalism is overrated: Why I’m glad I didn’t throw out all my kids’ stuff

A recent basement renovation forced me to deal with boxes and boxes of toys, books and school projects. And then I found something much more precious.

Heather Greenwood Davis

10 awesome staycation ideas for families

10 awesome staycation ideas for families

Are you staying home this summer or planning a trip outside of the city? We’ve rounded up some fun ways to entertain the kids during your staycation.

Selena Mills

16 fun backyard games for kids

16 fun backyard games for kids

Sometimes just spending time outside is all you and your kids need. Soak up the sun with this list of fun backyard games that require little to no setup.

Montana Murle

10 best splash pads in Mississauga

10 best splash pads in Mississauga

Nothing takes the edge off a scorching hot day like a good splash. Here are some splash pads you must visit before summer ends!

Ashwini Paradkar

7 things kindergarten teachers want you to know

7 things kindergarten teachers want you to know

A few kindergarten teachers revealed what you can do now to get your preschooler prepared for the classroom experience.

Lisa van de Geyn

Science experiment for kids: Exploding bottle rockets

Science experiment for kids: Exploding bottle rockets

Your kids can make their very own bottle rocket that can blast off into space. Lisa from Action Potential Lab shows you how to do this science experiment.

Today's Parent

Binge-watch after bedtime: What's coming to Netflix Canada in August 2018

Binge-watch after bedtime: What's coming to Netflix Canada in August 2018

New episodes of How to Get Away With Murder, The 100 and Outlander are coming. Here's what's new on Netflix Canada in August 2018.

Victoria Christie

11 kids’ movies and shows coming to Netflix Canada in August 2018

11 kids’ movies and shows coming to Netflix Canada in August 2018

Every month, Netflix Canada adds family-friendly shows and movies for your kids to stream. Here's what's coming up in August 2018.

Kim Shiffman

14 things to do in Barcelona with kids

14 things to do in Barcelona with kids

Whether you’re headed there to catch a cruise or plan to make it your Spanish home base, Barcelona is perfect for a family adventure

Barry Choi

11 family-friendly Airbnbs in Rome

11 family-friendly Airbnbs in Rome

When in Rome, do as the Romans do by staying in one of these sweet homes. Your family will truly get a taste of what it means to live la dolce vita!

Simone Olivero

10 things to do in Washington, D.C. with kids

10 things to do in Washington, D.C. with kids

Hands-on museums and kid-friendly attractions are just a few reasons to plan your next family vacation in Washington, D.C.

Kathryn Streeter

29 best kids' TV shows on Netflix Canada

29 best kids' TV shows on Netflix Canada

These fun-filled and family-friendly TV shows on Netflix Canada will keep your kids entertained so that you can finally fold that pile of laundry.

Ashwini Paradkar

I was facing mutiny on a family hike. Why do we insist on quality time again?

I was facing mutiny on a family hike. Why do we insist on quality time again?

There we were—hot and thirsty on a hike without a map. And then a miracle happened...

Julie Matlin

25 Best Animated Movies for Kids

25 Best Animated Movies for Kids

It's movie night and we know exactly what you're going to watch—one of these awesome animated movies for kids. Now go grab the popcorn!

Meredith Franco Meyers