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Why I Signed My Kid up for Outschool—and How to Get 25% off Classes, Tutoring and Activities

Why I Signed My Kid up for Outschool—and How to Get 25% off Classes, Tutoring and Activities

Outschool offers classes, tutoring and afterschool activities for all ages—see our comprehensive Outschool review.

Christine Persaud

6 filling after-school snacks

6 filling after-school snacks

Making homemade after-school snacks doesn’t have to involve a fancy recipe. Simply combine protein and carbs, along with a fruit or vegetable, and you’re all set.

Ceri Marsh

Developmental leaps happen well beyond the baby years—here’s what to expect

Developmental leaps happen well beyond the baby years—here’s what to expect

Some of the toughest phases kids go through result in developmental breakthroughs and new emotional regulation skills.

Claire Gagne

What to do when your kid's best friend is a bad influence

What to do when your kid's best friend is a bad influence

Alicia Cox Thomson

Can you sleep-train a six-year-old?

Can you sleep-train a six-year-old?

Don’t beat yourself up wondering why you didn’t “Ferberize” back when your kid was still a baby—experts say it’s not too late to sleep train your big kid.

Caitlin Crawshaw

How to raise a feminist

How to raise a feminist

Whether you have a boy or a girl, teaching your kids about gender equality feels more crucial than ever.

Reva Seth

How will Ontario schools keep kids safe during the third wave?

How will Ontario schools keep kids safe during the third wave?

Aaron Hutchins

My six-year-old's sleep is totally effed and I blame Zoom

My six-year-old's sleep is totally effed and I blame Zoom

If sleep has been a struggle for your family during virtual school and remote learning, you’re not alone. Here's help.

Ariel Brewster

20 Fun Valentine’s Day Gifts for Kids

20 Fun Valentine’s Day Gifts for Kids

Show your little ones some love with these sweet Valentine's Day gifts for kids.

Simone Olivero

Could your kid have celiac disease?

Could your kid have celiac disease?

Celiac causes all sorts of seemingly random health issues, like diarrhea, irritability, anemia and dental problems. Here's what to do if you suspect it.

Kim Shiffman

What parents need to know about the video game Among Us

What parents need to know about the video game Among Us

You've heard your kids talking about a murder-mystery game called Among Us, and you have questions. Luckily, our simple guide has the answers.

Kevin John Siazon

A look into my distance learning routine

A look into my distance learning routine

Amanda Muse, amandamuse.com

"How I make school mornings a little simpler"

"How I make school mornings a little simpler"

Marielle Altenor, Lady Marielle

5 tips to get picky eaters to enjoy—and finish!—their lunches

5 tips to get picky eaters to enjoy—and finish!—their lunches

Trisha Enriquez, No Tummy Mommy

If your kid struggles with reading or social situations, it could be Developmental Language Disorder

If your kid struggles with reading or social situations, it could be Developmental Language Disorder

Though relatively unknown, Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is actually one of the most common disorders affecting school-aged children today.

Elin Thordardottir, James Law and Susan Roulstone

The pandemic has proven that kids are not as resilient as we think

The pandemic has proven that kids are not as resilient as we think

Denise Balkissoon

How to know if your child needs speech therapy

How to know if your child needs speech therapy

What to do if your child points out “pwetty wainbows” or asks for a bowl of “thoup.”

Claire Gagne

6 Ways to Help a Sore Loser

6 Ways to Help a Sore Loser

Got a sore loser on your hands? Here are some great tips to turn your kid into a good sport.

Julie M. Green

How to encourage creative play

How to encourage creative play

Teresa Pitman

Your kids NEED to play—here's why

Your kids NEED to play—here's why

Katie Dupuis