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How to throw a rainbow-themed birthday party

Birthday parties

How to throw a rainbow-themed birthday party

Think on the bright side and throw a colourful party. There might even be a pot of gold at its end.

Amy Valm

20 best kids’ backpacks for school

20 best kids’ backpacks for school

We've rounded up the best kids' backpacks for back to school.

Erin Finlayson

8 cute lunch bags for back-to-school

8 cute lunch bags for back-to-school

These cool lunch bags are sure to be the talk of the lunchroom.

Erin Finlayson

How to treat a blister

How to treat a blister

Follow these steps to help heal a painful blister.

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4 family-friendly hiking trails in Newfoundland and Labrador

4 family-friendly hiking trails in Newfoundland and Labrador

Five-hundred-million-year-old fossils, rocky coastline views and an old mail road await on these family-friendly hiking trails in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Bonnie Schiedel

8 family-friendly bike trails in Ontario

8 family-friendly bike trails in Ontario

Visit a petting zoo, glide through a forest, watch giant ships head through a canal—two wheels really can be the best way to see the sights.

Bonnie Schiedel

5 must-try biking trails in New Brunswick

5 must-try biking trails in New Brunswick

Pedal across a sea floor at low tide, try out a cycling track and explore a reclaimed gravel pit — this province offers unique family biking trails.

Bonnie Schiedel

When can kids stay home alone?

When can kids stay home alone?

How old is old enough to ditch the daycare costs and let your child stay home alone.

Susan Goldberg

How to save money on back-to-school shopping

How to save money on back-to-school shopping

Back-to-school shopping can be pricey, but with a little homework and some smarts, you can save now and in the long run.

Cara Smusiak

How happy are your kids, really?

How happy are your kids, really?

New research may give parents reason to pause and ask themselves if their children are truly happy.

Jennifer Pinarski

6 family-friendly biking trails in Quebec

6 family-friendly biking trails in Quebec

Pedal along the river or through the trees with your family on one of these beautiful cycling paths.

Bonnie Schiedel

Birthday party ideas: Pirate theme

Birthday parties

Birthday party ideas: Pirate theme

Set sail with your best mates for an adventure on the high seas with these pirate-themed birthday party ideas.

Kate Stewart

How to treat a sunburn

How to treat a sunburn

We all know the importance of sun protection, but what should you do if your child does get a burn? Learn how to treat a sunburn.

Holly Bennett

Back-to-school organization: Easy DIY communication station

Back-to-school organization: Easy DIY communication station

Back-to-school organization is a challenge! Here are seven tips to help keep kids, family members, caregivers and school staff on the same page.

Clare Kumar

A kids’ club saved my vacation

A kids’ club saved my vacation

On your next vacation, save your sanity with a great kids' club.

Kim Shiffman

Can inflating a nasal balloon fix ear fluid build-up?

Can inflating a nasal balloon fix ear fluid build-up?

Research shows a nasal balloon can fix ear fluid build-up.

Erin Phelan

6 family-friendly biking trails in British Columbia

6 family-friendly biking trails in British Columbia

Grab your bikes, trikes and trailers and enjoy these family-friendly biking trails in B.C.

Bonnie Schiedel

Why we need to encourage our kids to be wild

Why we need to encourage our kids to be wild

Jennifer Pinarski's children are wild—and she worries that there isn't a place for them in society.

Jennifer Pinarski

Kids at weddings: Essential do's and don'ts

Kids at weddings: Essential do's and don'ts

Tips for ensuring your kid rocks (not wrecks) the wedding.

Karma Brown

4 family-friendly hiking trails in Manitoba

4 family-friendly hiking trails in Manitoba

Wild blueberries, an old lighthouse and a lizard await on these family-friendly hiking trails in Manitoba.

Bonnie Schiedel