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How to handle your child's perfectionism

How to handle your child's perfectionism

Tips and strategies to help your child deal with anxious thoughts and perfectionism.

Abigail Cukier

You'll never guess what the No. 1 germiest kids' item is

You'll never guess what the No. 1 germiest kids' item is

Hint: It has even more germs than the average bathroom floor.

Kim Shiffman

Why anti-vaxxers think they know more than medical experts

Why anti-vaxxers think they know more than medical experts

Many people delay or refuse vaccination for their children, despite clear evidence that vaccines do far more good than harm. Here are some reasons why.

Matthew Motta

Ontario’s sex ed curriculum reverts back to 1998: Here's what you'll need to teach your kids

Ontario’s sex ed curriculum reverts back to 1998: Here's what you'll need to teach your kids

The "new" curriculum makes no mention of same-sex marriage, consent, transgender or queer youth. This is how you can still have those talks with your kids.

Amanda Lee

How I turned myself into the dad version of Ryder from Paw Patrol

How I turned myself into the dad version of Ryder from Paw Patrol

I felt tired all the time—too tired even to want to play with my kid. That had to change.

Tyler Wade

6 essential summer beauty products

6 essential summer beauty products

Looking flawless in the summer is no sweat. Keep your beauty routine minimal and fuss-free with these hard-working multi-taskers.

Tara MacInnis

What you say to your kid before a needle can make it hurt less

What you say to your kid before a needle can make it hurt less

Researchers suspected that if kids expected pain, they'd perceive it. So they designed an experiment to test it—and the results are fascinating.

Kalina Michalska

How to take care of kids when you have a migraine

How to take care of kids when you have a migraine

When a migraine strikes, all you want to do is crawl under the covers in a darkened room. But how do you handle the situation with kids in your care?

Naomi Boshari

Why parents of older kids still don’t sleep

Why parents of older kids still don’t sleep

It’s not pretty what years of poor sleep does to a person, but there are ways to get your shuteye back on track.

Glynis Ratcliffe

What you need to know about the Banana Boat sunscreen investigation

What you need to know about the Banana Boat sunscreen investigation

Health Canada has been investigating Banana Boat sunscreens since serious chemical burns were reported in babies who used the products last year.

Jill Buchner

Can you share sunscreen with your kid?

Can you share sunscreen with your kid?

Sunscreens are specifically marketed towards babies, kids and adults, but do you have to tote around a separate bottle for everyone?

Charlotte Herrold

The therapy that can help with your kid’s big emotions

The therapy that can help with your kid’s big emotions

Whether your child experiences depression or just struggles to control their temper, EFFT offers parents tools to help kids regulate their emotions.

Diana Ballon

Secondary drowning: What you need to know

Secondary drowning: What you need to know

A condition called secondary drowning is putting parents on high alert.

Amy Valm

How to get kids to stop biting their nails

How to get kids to stop biting their nails

Some bad habits start early, including nail-biting. Here's how to help your kid cut it out.

Astrid Van Den Broek

6 top mineral sunscreens

6 top mineral sunscreens

It's time to switch to a mineral sunscreen. These new formulas blend in well, offer broad-spectrum protection and won't cause irritation. Bring on the sun!

Charlotte Herrold

Forget cereal—dietitians say pizza is a healthier breakfast option

Forget cereal—dietitians say pizza is a healthier breakfast option

Yep, a slice of that cheesy goodness in the morning is probably better for you and your kids than pouring that bowl of sugary cereal.

Kevin John Siazon

Family wellness guide

Family wellness guide

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Kids' Genital Health: 4 Common Problems

Kids' Genital Health: 4 Common Problems

Yeast infections, vulvovaginitis, UTIs and pinworms—find out what itchy, rashy symptoms to look for and how to treat common kids' genital health issues.

Ellen Rosenberg

Can drinking grape juice really prevent stomach flu?

Can drinking grape juice really prevent stomach flu?

The Internet says chugging grape juice can ward off a stomach bug. Could this be your new secret mom trick? We did some digging to find out if it works.

Claire Gagne

How to treat your baby's cold—and how long it will last

How to treat your baby's cold—and how long it will last

How long does a cold last in babies? Which medications are safe to use? Read on for tips on how to treat your baby's cold.

Teresa Pitman