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Babies and toddlers should have NO screen time, according to WHO

Babies and toddlers should have NO screen time, according to WHO

The World Health Organization has released new guidelines on screen time, physical activity and sleep in children under five.

Sherika Harris

Most of us support mandatory vaccinations—but is there a downside?

Most of us support mandatory vaccinations—but is there a downside?

Most Canadians are all for mandatory vaccinations to prevent outbreaks of preventable diseases like the measles. But are there unintended consequences?

Alison Braley-Rattai

Does your kid really need to go to the doctor every year?

Does your kid really need to go to the doctor every year?

Obviously, you go to check their weight as a baby and for all their vaccines. But is an annual check-up necessary beyond that?

Alex Mlynek

Could drastically changing your kid’s diet help their autism?

Could drastically changing your kid’s diet help their autism?

If your kid with autism loves starchy, sugary foods, you might want to make some changes, as there's some real science that links their diet to their behaviour.

Arlene Karidis

This mom says her kid’s food allergy reaction was nothing like she expected

This mom says her kid’s food allergy reaction was nothing like she expected

If you’ve only seen allergic reactions in the movies, you’re probably not picturing it right. This mom shared her daughter's shocking food allergy reaction.

Daniela Sosa Roque

How to prepare for an allergist appointment

How to prepare for an allergist appointment

Here’s what you need to know about going to an allergist for testing and how to prepare so you get the most out of your appointment.

Claire Gagne

Your guide to life after a food allergy diagnosis

Your guide to life after a food allergy diagnosis

Food allergies are so common it can seem like no big deal—until it’s your own kid. Here's how you can navigate this terrifying and overwhelming reality.

Claire Gagne

There’s A Measles Outbreak—What Do I Need To Know?

There’s A Measles Outbreak—What Do I Need To Know?

When there’s a measles outbreak, it can be pretty scary for parents. Here’s the breakdown on who’s at risk, when to worry and how to protect your kids.

Bonnie Schiedel

How to help your kid be a healthy weight—without talking about weight

How to help your kid be a healthy weight—without talking about weight

It is possible to teach your kids about being a healthy size and to help them get there, but the key might be to never even utter the word “weight.”

Karen Robock

How to take your kid’s temperature

How to take your kid’s temperature

Digital thermometer, rectal thermometer or thermometer app? Here’s how to find out if your kid’s temperature is normal or if they have a fever.

Raina Delisle

Does chicken noodle soup really help your kid’s cold?

Does chicken noodle soup really help your kid’s cold?

Chicken soup is known as the ultimate feel-good dish. But is there any science to back up this soup’s claim to help cure sickness?

Kate Daley

Parents are missing work to help their kids’ anxiety-and it’s costing millions

Parents are missing work to help their kids’ anxiety-and it’s costing millions

The CEO of Children’s Mental Health Ontario says more support is needed across the province for kids and families.

Shawn Jeffords, THE CANADIAN PRESS

7 Things Parents Need To Know About Measles

7 Things Parents Need To Know About Measles

Canada has lost its measles elimination status. What does this mean? Here’s what you need to know.

Sasha Emmons

How to treat a fever

How to treat a fever

You took your little one's temperature and they definitely have a fever. Here’s a step-by-step guide for how to treat it.

Today's Parent

How to take your kid's temperature

How to take your kid's temperature

There are so many ways to take your little one's temperature. We compare each method and show you how to do each to get the most accurate results.

Today's Parent

Common medication mistakes to avoid when your kid has a fever

Common medication mistakes to avoid when your kid has a fever

If you decide to give your feverish kid some medicine to alleviate their discomfort, make sure to avoid these common medication mistakes

Today's Parent

Excessive screen time in kids under 5 is worse than we thought

Excessive screen time in kids under 5 is worse than we thought

A Canadian study of more than 2,500 families suggests that too much screen time in toddlers and preschoolers is connected with developmental delays.

Lisa Kadane

Fevers: What you need to know about febrile seizures

Fevers: What you need to know about febrile seizures

If your feverish kid suddenly experiences a seizure, don't panic. Here's everything you need to know about febrile seizures

Today's Parent

When to go to the doctor for your kid's fever

When to go to the doctor for your kid's fever

As with most illnesses, it's difficult to know when a fever warrants a trip to the doctor's office. Here how to know when to make the call.

Today's Parent

What is a fever?

What is a fever?

Your kid is feeling under the weather, and you think they might have a fever. Here's everything you need to know about fevers–including when to see a doctor

Today's Parent