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Joking about stealing my baby isn’t funny

Joking about stealing my baby isn’t funny

I get it, my little girl is admittedly adorable. But as a Métis woman, joking about stealing my baby hits me where my worst fears lie.

Chelsea Vowel

Will Ferrell is all of us in this PSA about device-addicted parents

Will Ferrell is all of us in this PSA about device-addicted parents

Darkly comic ads are part of Common Sense Media’s #DeviceFreeDinner campaign to encourage parents to put. Down. Their. Phones.

Claire Sibonney

This is the average screen time for kids. How do your kids measure up?

This is the average screen time for kids. How do your kids measure up?

A new report reveals kids are getting more than two hours of screen time a day, and the way they use devices is changing.

Claire Gagne

10 reasons the holidays at Disney rock

10 reasons the holidays at Disney rock

They double down on magic at the Happiest Place on Earth.

Leah Rumack

10 ways to stop wasting food

10 ways to stop wasting food

These clever strategies can help you stop wasting food and save more than a thousand bucks a year.

Cara Rosenbloom

Dads, here’s how to divorce-proof your marriage

Dads, here’s how to divorce-proof your marriage

A new study says dad helping out with housework eases relationship strain, especially when moms are expected to be fully available to kids' demands.

Leah Ruppanner

I never meant to become a bento-box mom

I never meant to become a bento-box mom

“It started small with reusable snack bags—BPA-free velcro and vinyl pouches in an adorable monster-patterned fabric—to replace the warped leftover sour-cream tubs that used to hold Isaac’s crackers.”

Jennifer Pinarski

7 ways to prepare your kid for a new sibling

7 ways to prepare your kid for a new sibling

There's about to be a lot of change in your house. Here are some tips to help your kid get excited about their new sibling.

Today's Parent

My family is in Hurricane Irma's path—and we're staying

My family is in Hurricane Irma's path—and we're staying

We’re in Hurricane Irma’s path, we have two kids under four, and I’m terrified.

Stephanie Kewin

5 ways to get the kids to school on time (without breaking a sweat!)

5 ways to get the kids to school on time (without breaking a sweat!)

Summer is over, but that doesn't mean morning routines have to be stressful. Here are five ways to beat the bell and get the kids to school on time.

Today's Parent

25 doable ways to volunteer at your kid's school

25 doable ways to volunteer at your kid's school

Even the most schedule-challenged parent can pitch in with these 25 painless ways to volunteer.

Astrid van den Broek

How the smartphone affected an entire generation of kids

How the smartphone affected an entire generation of kids

An hour a day of smartphone and social media use isn't linked to mental health issues. But teens are on their phones much more than that.

Jean Twenge

4 ways to get the most out of your kids' RESP savings

4 ways to get the most out of your kids' RESP savings

Is your kid approaching university or college age? Here are four key things you should do before withdrawing from your RESP savings.

David Aston, MoneySense

Why kids need risk, fear and excitement in play

Why kids need risk, fear and excitement in play

When children test their own boundaries in thrilling play, they develop self-confidence, resilience and risk management skills.

Mariana Brussoni

A day in the life of an elementary teacher

A day in the life of an elementary teacher

Pushy parents, tattling kids and insufficient prep time—they’re all in a day’s work for this grade one teacher.

Anonymous

How to make an awesome homework station for your kid

How to make an awesome homework station for your kid

Doing homework is a lot more fun (and productive) when kids have a dedicated workspace. Here's how to create a homework station.

Today's Parent

7 awesome Airbnb Treehouses to book for your next family vacation

7 awesome Airbnb Treehouses to book for your next family vacation

Hotels are out—treehouses are in! You and the kids can be one with nature by staying in one of these amazing Airbnb treehouses.

Alexandra Gater

Printable school supplies checklist

Printable school supplies checklist

Backpack? Check. Cute bento box? Check. Indoor shoes? Check. Print out this school supplies list to make sure your kid is ready for September!

Today's Parent

How to calm first day of kindergarten fears—and make drop-off easier

How to calm first day of kindergarten fears—and make drop-off easier

Both you and your preschooler are probably feeling anxious about the first day of kindergarten. These tips can help make the transition to school easier.

Christine Fischer Guy

What your kid needs to know before starting kindergarten

What your kid needs to know before starting kindergarten

Does your kid need to know how to write before she starts kindergarten? And what about MATH? Here is exactly what your preschooler needs to know.

Lisa van de Geyn