Kids

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

How to make spooky Halloween ghosts

How to make spooky Halloween ghosts

BOO! Looking for Halloween craft ideas? Turn some cheesecloth and a mason jar into an adorably spooky ghost—it will even light up in the dark.

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Is your kid ready to be home alone?

Is your kid ready to be home alone?

Here's what you need to know before deciding if your kid is ready to stay home alone.

Sasha Emmons

Ask Dr. Dina: How do I remove a tick?

Ask Dr. Dina: How do I remove a tick?

Paediatrician and mom of three Dr. Dina Kulik gives step-by-step instructions on how to remove a tick, plus tips on how to protect your kids from them.

Dr. Dina Kulik

7 fun Tooth Fairy ideas

7 fun Tooth Fairy ideas

Ignite your kid's imagination with these fun Tooth Fairy ideas.

Amy Valm

Study says thumb-sucking and nail-biting can benefit kids

Study says thumb-sucking and nail-biting can benefit kids

They're still not great habits, but it turns out thumb-sucking and nail-biting can protect kids from allergies.

Jaclyn Law

Odd Squad: The Movie in theatres (for one day only) this weekend!

Odd Squad: The Movie in theatres (for one day only) this weekend!

School-age kids will love watching the quirky kid agents of Odd Squad on the big screen.

Chad Sapieha

How to make beaded friendship bracelets

How to make beaded friendship bracelets

Take your friendship bracelets to the next level by adding beads—it's so easy to do.

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Ask Dr. Dina: How do I get my kid to wear her bike helmet?

Ask Dr. Dina: How do I get my kid to wear her bike helmet?

Paediatrician and mom of three Dr. Dina Kulik shares tips on bike helmet safety.

Dr. Dina Kulik

7 helpful child-care sites and apps

7 helpful child-care sites and apps

Find child care options daycare spots, babysitters and more at the touch of a button.

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Quick fixes: How to use a pool noodle (on dry land)

Quick fixes: How to use a pool noodle (on dry land)

Need a fun activity? Try these fun pool noodle hacks.

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How to tell if your kid needs stitches

How to tell if your kid needs stitches

Sometimes a cut needs more than a kiss to heal properly. Here are the telltale signs.

Laura Grande

Summer Camp: 19 Fun Care Package Ideas

Summer Camp: 19 Fun Care Package Ideas

These fun items will make a great addition to your kids' summer camp care package.

Amy Valm

The debate: Do you let your kids pee outside?

The debate: Do you let your kids pee outside?

Two parents, two very strong opinions on kids using nature as their outhouse.

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How to keep kids safe at wading pools and splash pads

How to keep kids safe at wading pools and splash pads

Cooling off by heading to wading pools and splash pads? Here are some important safety tips to keep in mind.

Erin Phelan

10 Outdoor Birthday Party Ideas

Birthday parties

10 Outdoor Birthday Party Ideas

Celebrate out in the sunshine with these fun outdoor birthday party ideas. Just don’t forget the sunscreen.

Jessica Albotra

Kids’ books we love for 2016

Kids’ books we love for 2016

Each month we discover our favourite new kids’ books. Check back regularly to see what we’re adding to our library.

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5 ways to get your family outside this summer

5 ways to get your family outside this summer

Get moving as a family and everyone reaps the benefits.

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How to get your toddler to eat more protein

How to get your toddler to eat more protein

Worried your toddler isn't getting enough protein? We asked experts for tips and tricks to get your kid to eat more of this essential nutrient.

Bonnie Schiedel

10 Essentials for Overnight Summer Camp

10 Essentials for Overnight Summer Camp

Is your kid heading off to camp and you're not sure what to pack? Here are the essentials for overnight summer camp.

Randi Chapnik Myers

Report card comments are the worst

Report card comments are the worst

Why the need for brackets? Why not say he can run and throw and jump?!

Emma Waverman