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Kids

Preschool

Preschoolers are constantly learning to interpret about the world around them. Learn how to support your kids' development in this important stage of life.

How to go camping in your backyard

How to go camping in your backyard

With camping in the woods off of the table right now, try camping in the backyard. Here are some tips to make sure they enjoy it.

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How to handle your preschooler's potty-training regression

How to handle your preschooler's potty-training regression

You thought your kid was potty-trained...until they suddenly weren't anymore. Here's how to start over when your potty-trained kid has a regression.

Corinna Vangerwen

How to stop your child from hitting

How to stop your child from hitting

What's causing your little slugger's behaviour—and how to make it stop.

Alex Mlynek

20 best educational TV shows for preschool-age kids

20 best educational TV shows for preschool-age kids

Because if screen time is going to happen, it might as well teach them something, right? These shows are loved by three-year-olds and four-year-olds.

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How to get your kids to listen: 5 tricks to try

How to get your kids to listen: 5 tricks to try

A psychotherapist shares five simple yet effective tips to help you get your kids to listen. Believe it or not, the first one is to talk to them less!

Liza Finlay

How to get your preschooler to help with chores

How to get your preschooler to help with chores

Motivate your stubborn (or oblivious) preschooler to help with chores around the house.

Erin Phelan

What to do when your kid won't participate in group activities

What to do when your kid won't participate in group activities

If your kid doesn’t want to go to soccer or swimming, should you force it? It's common for parents to worry about social skills for kids.

Cassandra Drudi

Why it's not unusual for preschoolers to obsess over gender differences

Why it's not unusual for preschoolers to obsess over gender differences

Despite our best efforts, preschoolers may fixate on gender norms and categories, and divide their world into "boy stuff" versus "girl stuff."

Kalli Anderson

When should a kid learn about consent?

When should a kid learn about consent?

Teaching kids how to give, receive and understand consent is crucial. It’s about way more than just “no means no,” and the conversation should start far sooner than you might expect.

Sarah Liss

Do you think your kid might be racist?

Do you think your kid might be racist?

What to do if your kid shows prejudice. Step 1: Don’t freak out.

Shawna Cohen

Should schools ban Valentine’s Day cards?

Should schools ban Valentine’s Day cards?

Two moms weigh in on whether or not schools should ban kids from handing out valentines at school.

Lisa Kadane

20 fun family games for kids of all ages

20 fun family games for kids of all ages

Try one of our favourite family games for preschoolers to teens. No matter what kinds of games your child prefers, there's something here for everyone.

Marcia MacQuarrie

What to know when teaching your toddler to ice skate

What to know when teaching your toddler to ice skate

Susan Spicer

15 ways to keep kids active indoors (even if you don't have much space)

15 ways to keep kids active indoors (even if you don't have much space)

Here's how to keep your kids off the couch, even if you don't have much space.

Angela Serednicki

10 no-snow winter activities

10 no-snow winter activities

Despite common belief, parts of Canada don't get a lot of snow! Here are some winter activities to keep the kids busy even if the ground isn't covered in the white stuff.

Diana Ballon

About to lose your sh*t? 10 tricks to use when your kids are misbehaving

About to lose your sh*t? 10 tricks to use when your kids are misbehaving

How can your kid know exactly which buttons to press for maximum effect? Before you lose your temper, here are 10 things to try.

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Is it normal for your kid to talk to themselves?

Is it normal for your kid to talk to themselves?

Lots of kids talk to themselves (or an imaginary audience) as they go about their day, but is this constant chatter something parents should worry about?

Claire Sibonney

6 Things to Know About Melatonin for Kids

6 Things to Know About Melatonin for Kids

Melatonin does help kids fall asleep—but it’s not appropriate for every child. Here's what every parent should know about melatonin for kids.

Claire Gagne

20 Indoor Games to Keep Kids Entertained on a Rainy Day

20 Indoor Games to Keep Kids Entertained on a Rainy Day

Here's a list of indoor games and activities that will keep the kids (and you) happy and active—no TV or video games required.

Haley Overland

What to do when your child has earwax buildup

What to do when your child has earwax buildup

Too much earwax can lead to hearing problems—but there's a wrong way to remove it! Here's how to safely remove earwax.

Claire Gagne

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