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Cooking with Kids Can be Fun (Trust Me!)

Cooking with Kids Can be Fun (Trust Me!)

While cooking with children is more chaotic, I’ve learned many tricks along the way so it’s not only fun for everyone but practical, too.

Jenn Cox

11 Rules That Can Protect Your Kids From Sexual Abuse

11 Rules That Can Protect Your Kids From Sexual Abuse

Dr. Shani Verschleiser, AuD, LCSW

When I Found a Toddler Fork at the Bottom of My Drawer

When I Found a Toddler Fork at the Bottom of My Drawer

As I searched my kitchen for a meat thermometer, I found a toddler fork buried beneath the mess.

Lindsay Karp

Appointing a Guardian-What You Need to Know

Appointing a Guardian-What You Need to Know

Choosing a guardian is one of the most important decisions you can make to ensure your wishes are fulfilled if anything happens.

Erin Bury

How Parents Can Educate Their Kids About Financial Scams

How Parents Can Educate Their Kids About Financial Scams

There are some money lessons we don’t want our kids to learn the hard way. Here’s how to help prevent them from falling victim in the future.

Jennifer Seitz

New Parents: How to Prioritize Your Mental Health

New Parents: How to Prioritize Your Mental Health

Stefanie Peachey

Autism and Oral Health–What You Need to Know

Autism and Oral Health–What You Need to Know

While every autistic child is different, dental visits can be overwhelming and frightening.

Jan Stewart

Is Miralax Safe for Kids?

Is Miralax Safe for Kids?

We explore the pros and cons of Miralax and other remedies, including dietary changes and alternative laxatives with potentially fewer side effects.

Courtney Leiva

Is Social Media Rewiring Our Children's Brains?

Is Social Media Rewiring Our Children's Brains?

Fiona Tapp

What Karl Subban Taught Me About Being a Hockey Mom

What Karl Subban Taught Me About Being a Hockey Mom

When I had the privilege of meeting Karl Subban I couldn't help but ask, "What advice do you have for hockey moms or sports parents in general?"

Jenn Cox

6 Ways to Make Math Fun as a Family

6 Ways to Make Math Fun as a Family

Practical ideas to help turn your home into a fun space to explore numbers with your child.

Julie Diamond

We Give Our Son Unlimited Screen Time. Here’s Why

We Give Our Son Unlimited Screen Time. Here’s Why

Once we relinquished control of screen time and handed that responsibility to our son, he took it very seriously.

Jenn Cox

Why Fire Safety Should be the Next Big Wellness Craze

Why Fire Safety Should be the Next Big Wellness Craze

Nothing is better for your health and well-being than checking your smoke alarms and making and practicing your home escape plan.

Josephine Park

How to Introduce a New Pet to the Family

How to Introduce a New Pet to the Family

A pet can be a wonderful addition to the family, but you need to take the proper steps to ensure a smooth transition for everyone.

Jenn Cox

Is Roblox Safe for Kids? What You Need to Know

Is Roblox Safe for Kids? What You Need to Know

Expert advice on ensuring your kids can play safely, setting up those all-important parental controls, and how to dodge those sneaky surprise charges.

Courtney Leiva

A Guide To Prioritizing Rest For Parents And Families

A Guide To Prioritizing Rest For Parents And Families

Sleep and proper rest can feel impossible to come by for new parents. Here’s why it’s important to prioritize and how to set up the most effective routines and sleep spaces.

Matthew Celestial

Autism and Restrictive Eating–What You Need to Know

Autism and Restrictive Eating–What You Need to Know

For autistic children, restrictive eating is very common. Jan Stewart shares common concerns, how to assess and practical strategies to help.

Jan Stewart

It's Eating Disorder Awareness Week in Canada

It's Eating Disorder Awareness Week in Canada

Eating Disorder Therapist, Kyla Fox, shares what behaviours to look out for and how to prevent them at home

Kyla Fox

When Can Babies Face Forward in a Car Seat?

When Can Babies Face Forward in a Car Seat?

Car seat safety experts answer all your questions about transitioning from rear-facing to forward-facing

Amanda Lauren

A Therapist's Guide to Managing Tantrums in Toddlers

A Therapist's Guide to Managing Tantrums in Toddlers

Therapist shares how to identify triggers and implement strategies to manage toddler tantrums

Michael Vallejo, LCSW