Kids

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

12 Holidays Gifts Your Family Will Love Unwrapping

12 Holidays Gifts Your Family Will Love Unwrapping

From stocking stuffers for little ones to must-have gadgets for grown-ups, here’s what to add to your family’s wish list this year.

Today's Parent

Why Parents Are Panicking About Roblox

Why Parents Are Panicking About Roblox

With headlines about predators, scams and inappropriate content, it’s no wonder parents are panicking. Here’s what you need to know.

Courtney Leiva

A Step-By-Step Guide To Roblox Safety Features For Kids

A Step-By-Step Guide To Roblox Safety Features For Kids

Courtney Leiva

The Best Way To Protect Kids Online? Connection

The Best Way To Protect Kids Online? Connection

You can’t control every app. A registered clinical counsellor explains why filters and settings can’t replace real conversations with your kid.

Devony Baugh

More than Cute: Rethinking Compliments to Build Girls’ Confidence

More than Cute: Rethinking Compliments to Build Girls’ Confidence

Words can impact identity. Let’s show girls how simple shifts in language—from pretty to powerful—can help build confidence and self-esteem.

Should You Buy Your Kid A Labubu?

Should You Buy Your Kid A Labubu?

Wondering if Labubu toys are worth buying for your child? Learn how much they cost in Canada, where to get authentic figures and tips for spotting knockoffs.

Courtney Leiva

Reading Rainbow Is Back

Reading Rainbow Is Back

After 20 years off the air, the educational show is getting a reboot with TikTok star Mychal Threets as host.

Vanessa Grant

Why Canadian Parents Love The MEC Toaster Suit

Why Canadian Parents Love The MEC Toaster Suit

Canadian parents call the MEC Toaster Suit warm, durable, and easy to get on and off—making it a must-have for surviving winter with kids.

Vanessa Grant

How To Teach Kids To Stand Up For Themselves

How To Teach Kids To Stand Up For Themselves

Self-advocacy empowers kids to speak up for their needs and rights. Learn age-by-age strategies—especially for Black and racialized neurodiverse youth.

Carolyn Tinglin

Lunchbox Love: Egg Salad Sandwich

Lunchbox Love: Egg Salad Sandwich

Dietitian Noelle Martin shares a simple egg salad sandwich lunch, complete with carrots, hummus and kid-approved snacks, that balances nutrition with fun.

Vanessa Grant

Lunchbox Love: Ham And Cheese Pinwheels

Lunchbox Love: Ham And Cheese Pinwheels

Is your kid bored of sandwiches? Dietitian Noelle Martin shares a fun, balanced pinwheel lunch that’s packed with protein, calcium and fresh fruit.

Vanessa Grant

Test Drive: Discover Why The Volvo XC90 Plug-In Hybrid Is Made For Families

Test Drive: Discover Why The Volvo XC90 Plug-In Hybrid Is Made For Families

Alicia Cox Thomson

Lunchbox Love: Tuna Salad Dip

Lunchbox Love: Tuna Salad Dip

Dietitian Noelle Martin shares healthy, balanced meals they might actually eat and enjoy—no candy needed.

Vanessa Grant

All About Strawberries: 10 Nutritious and Delicious New Recipes

All About Strawberries: 10 Nutritious and Delicious New Recipes

Can A Grounding Sheet Help Your Kid Sleep Better? Unlikely—And Possibly Dangerous

Can A Grounding Sheet Help Your Kid Sleep Better? Unlikely—And Possibly Dangerous

Swipe past TikToks telling you that your baby will sleep better with a grounding sheet. The science is murky and the products could be unsafe.

Courtney Leiva

The Back-to-School Hygiene Hacks My Family Swears By

The Back-to-School Hygiene Hacks My Family Swears By

Today's Parent

A Parent’s Guide To Understanding Your Child’s Learning Style

A Parent’s Guide To Understanding Your Child’s Learning Style

How to identify your child’s learning style and what techniques and resources will help them learn best

Becky Ward

Cook Once, Eat Twice: 2-For-1 Pork Dishes For Busy Parents

Cook Once, Eat Twice: 2-For-1 Pork Dishes For Busy Parents

Alicia Cox Thomson

Are Montessori Toys Worth It?

Are Montessori Toys Worth It?

Some parents swear by Montessori-inspired play, but not all wooden toys are created equal.

Alina Jaffer

Help Kids Make The Most Of AI Tools Safely And Responsibly

Help Kids Make The Most Of AI Tools Safely And Responsibly

AI is part of kids’ daily lives. Here’s how parents can help them use it safely, think critically and get creative, while avoiding risks.

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