Kids

Everything you need to know about kids and toddlers, including behaviour and development, sleep, potty training, preschool, and how to handle picky eaters.

The Musical Education That Will Boost Kids’ Brain Power

The Musical Education That Will Boost Kids’ Brain Power

Research shows that learning music can improve cognitive development in children, boosting memory, language and social skills.

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Groovy Girls Dolls Are Coming Back

Groovy Girls Dolls Are Coming Back

Millennials and Gen Z get ready. Those oh-so-’90s dolls you loved as a child are coming back.

Vanessa Grant

Is My Child’s Attention Span Normal?

Is My Child’s Attention Span Normal?

Kid can't focus? A therapist and educator weighs in on what to expect from developing attention spans.

Siobhan Chirico

How To Get Your ADHD Kid Up In The Morning

How To Get Your ADHD Kid Up In The Morning

Combat ADHD sleep inertia and morning meltdowns. Discover expert-backed routines, age-specific scripts, and biological hacks to help your child start the day.

Courtney Leiva

Kids Can Now Play With Bluey In Minecraft

Kids Can Now Play With Bluey In Minecraft

Your preschooler’s favourite cartoon pup is joining the Minecraft community. Here’s what you need to know.

Vanessa Grant

Worried About Developmental Delays?

Worried About Developmental Delays?

Here’s how Canadian parents can spot red flags early, get support and help their kid thrive.

Alina Jaffer

“Lowkenuinely”: Why Your Kids’ New Favourite TikTok Slang Isn’t Just Brain Rot

“Lowkenuinely”: Why Your Kids’ New Favourite TikTok Slang Isn’t Just Brain Rot

What does “lowkenuinely” mean? A mom digs into the Gen Alpha slang and explains why it’s more about creativity than “brain rot.”

Brianna Bell

Why Canada’s Vaccine Schedule Isn’t Changing—Despite U.S. Updates

Why Canada’s Vaccine Schedule Isn’t Changing—Despite U.S. Updates

As the U.S. changes its vaccine schedule, a Health Canada expert explains how decisions are made in Canada, and why the process puts kids first.

Vanessa Grant

Sesame Street Is Free On YouTube. Watch Our Fave Episodes

Sesame Street Is Free On YouTube. Watch Our Fave Episodes

Your fastest route to Sesame Street is YouTube, where more than 100 free episodes let you revisit the classics (and share them with your kids).

Jennifer Cox

How To Talk To Kids About Body Image In The Age Of Ozempic

How To Talk To Kids About Body Image In The Age Of Ozempic

Weight loss drugs have flooded Hollywood and social media—and your kid is taking it all in. With eating disorders on the rise, what’s a parent to do?

Sarah Moore

More Kids Than Ever Need Glasses

More Kids Than Ever Need Glasses

Rates of nearsightedness are on the rise—and most parents don’t even know it.

Karen Robock

Special Ways To Bond With Your Baby During The Holidays

Special Ways To Bond With Your Baby During The Holidays

Learn how a simple hug can help you and your little one slow down and reconnect.

Ashley Keenan

Our Readers' Most-Shopped Items in 2025

Our Readers' Most-Shopped Items in 2025

Curious? See what Today’s Parent readers bought the most of this year, ranked in order.

Courtney Leiva

What To Know About Snoop Dogg's Doggyland

What To Know About Snoop Dogg's Doggyland

We spoke with co-creator Claude Brooks about why Doggyland’s music and affirmations are hitting big with families.

Courtney Leiva

Lunchbox Love: Classic Sandwich With Cranberry Mayo

Lunchbox Love: Classic Sandwich With Cranberry Mayo

A classic turkey sandwich, but make it fun! This easy lunchbox idea adds fruit, veggies and a cranberry twist your kid will actually eat.

Vanessa Grant

Kindle Colorsoft For Kids Review By A Parent Of An Avid Reader

Kindle Colorsoft For Kids Review By A Parent Of An Avid Reader

We tested the new Kindle Colorsoft Kids eReader. Here’s what we thought of Amazon’s colour E Ink screen and Kids+ library.

Vanessa Grant

How To Help Soothe A Congested Baby And Kid's Nighttime Cough

How To Help Soothe A Congested Baby And Kid's Nighttime Cough

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20 Best Gifts for 6-Year-Old Boys 2025

20 Best Gifts for 6-Year-Old Boys 2025

We found all the best gifts for 6 year old boys on your list. From active toys to sensory fidget items and art gear, there’s something for every kid.

Rachel Sokol

18 Best Toys for Toddler Boys 2025

18 Best Toys for Toddler Boys 2025

We found all the best toys for toddler boys they’ll love playing with. Grow their minds and their smiles!

Heather Taylor-Singh

25 Best Gifts For Teens 2025

25 Best Gifts For Teens 2025

Finding the right gifts for teens isn’t easy—but teens and tweens on your list will crack smiles when they open one of these trendy, thoughtful presents.

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