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RECALL: POOF-Slinky Inc. science kits

RECALL: POOF-Slinky Inc. science kits

Toy recall: Health Canada reports the recall of various POOF-Slinky Inc. science kits.

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New vaccine requirements for Ontario: What parents need to know

New vaccine requirements for Ontario: What parents need to know

Before your kids start school in Ontario next fall, make sure they’re up to date on these vaccines.

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Quitting activities: Choose Dolphin Parent over Tiger Mom

Quitting activities: Choose Dolphin Parent over Tiger Mom

Debating over quitting activities? Choose "dolphin parenting" over Tiger Mom and get your kids to play more and stress less, says the author of new book.

Susan Goldberg

17 books about autism

17 books about autism

In honour of World Autism Awareness Day, we've compiled a list of books that talk about being on the spectrum.

Emily Rivas

Sponsored: The Whole Tooth

Sponsored: The Whole Tooth

Find out all about oral health routines for your kid.

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RECALL: Baby doll poses burn hazard

RECALL: Baby doll poses burn hazard

Baby doll recall announcement: My Sweet Baby Cuddle Care Doll, sold at Walmart stores throughout Canada, has been recalled because it poses a burn hazard.

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RECALL: Kirkland Grilled Chicken Breast Strips

RECALL: Kirkland Grilled Chicken Breast Strips

Chicken recall: CFIA has announced the recall of Kirkland chicken strips sold at Costco due to possible contamination with food-borne bacteria.

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RECALL: Ganz Grumpy Cat

RECALL: Ganz Grumpy Cat

A recall has been announced involving Ganz Grumpy Cat plush toys and key clips.

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RECALL: Children's jewellery

RECALL: Children's jewellery

Two jewellery recalls for Canadian families have been announced. The products contain unsafe amounts of toxic metals. Learn more about jewellery safety.

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Synesthesia: Why some people taste, feel and see things differently

Synesthesia: Why some people taste, feel and see things differently

Some kids experience a cross-wiring of the senses that causes them to feel, see and taste things in unique ways.

Lisa Kadane

Pushy parents linked to kids' anxiety

Pushy parents linked to kids' anxiety

Emily Rivas writes about a new study that examines the connection between anxiety in kids and extracurricular activities.

Emily Rivas

Motor skills quiz: Is your child on track?

Motor skills quiz: Is your child on track?

Find out which fine and gross motor skills your child should have mastered.

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Motor skills: What’s normal and what’s not?

Motor skills: What’s normal and what’s not?

You know those kids who struggle with tying shoelaces, holding utensils or riding a bike? There may be a motor skills issue at play.

Erin Pooley

Raising vegetarian kids: What you should know

Raising vegetarian kids: What you should know

Here's the low-down on what to consider when your animal-loving children become vegetarian kids.

Lisa Kadane

Concussions: Kids should avoid texting and homework

Concussions: Kids should avoid texting and homework

Hockey parents take note: a new study offers important recommendations for kids with concussions.

Jenny Charlesworth

HPV vaccine isn't just for girls: Update

HPV vaccine isn't just for girls: Update

What you need to know about HPV vaccination programs for boys.

Susan Goldberg

Is my child a hoarder?

Is my child a hoarder?

Think your child's a hoarder? Don't despair! Collecting things is a classic rite of passage for kids, and a normal part of child development.

Tamar Satov

Alternative medicine: Is it safe for your kids?

Alternative medicine: Is it safe for your kids?

When conventional medicine isn’t cutting it, some parents turn to therapies like chiropractics, craniosacral massage and acupuncture.

Jessica Leeder

How to boost your short kid's confidence

How to boost your short kid's confidence

Is your child shorter than average? Here's how to ensure his self-esteem stays intact.

Tamar Satov

RECALL: Small Wonders pacifiers

RECALL: Small Wonders pacifiers

Small Wonders pacifiers have been recalled for containing excess amounts of lead.

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