A backpack, flask, mini keyboard and more gifts for him that he won't get for himself.

23 thoughtful gifts for him

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Holiday

We cover everything from makeup, fashion, and skincare to funky room decor ideas for kids.

Family

Let us help navigate daily life with your growing family, with everything from kids’ craft and activity ideas to advice on discipline and birthday party inspiration.

Style

These gifts for her are perfect for moms, sisters, daughters and best friends.

21 gifts for her

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Recalls for Canadian families

Stay informed about potential safety issues with products you use daily. Our product recall category provides timely alerts and essential information on recalled items to help you make informed decisions and prioritize safety for yourself and your family.

Recalls

Not all socks come with that grippy stuff on the bottom. So add it yourself!

How to make non-slip socks

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Activities

After 8 child deaths and 150 reported injuries, IKEA has recalled over 20 million chests of drawers.

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Why stay-at-home moms need life insurance

Kids and family finances: How much should you tell them?

6 financial tips for families with special needs

Family finance

Stock your kitchen with a few key store-bought items and these simple dinners will be a cinch to pull off.

11 simple dinner shortcuts

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7 recipes your picky eater might actually eat 

easy meals

Recipes

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New study: Antibiotic use during pregnancy may affect baby’s gut health

Antibiotic resistance: What parents need to know

The working parents’ guide to dealing with sick kids

Are over-the-counter medications safe during pregnancy?

6 common medication mistakes parents make with kids

Kids health

Kids

Everything you need to know about kids and toddlers, including behaviour and development, sleep, potty training, preschool, and how to handle picky eaters.

Alexandra Shimo had to feed her baby in a basement because “people don’t want to see that while eating.”

I was shamed for breastfeeding in public

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5 tips for breastfeeding in public with complete confidence

Nursing mom fights for her right to pump on a plane

Breastfeeding

Looking for breastfeeding help? Read our tips on the best breastfeeding positions, finding the right latch, treating sore nipples, and knowing when to quit.

Baby

Everything you need to know about your baby, including information on breastfeeding, teething, colic, baby development, food, sleep, and more..

Dr. Harvey Karp's new invention just might be the secret to getting your newborn to sleep.

This bassinet is a dream come true for sleep-deprived parents

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Push me next! There’s now a stroller for adults

The struggle is real: Ryan Reynolds versus IKEA crib

Dad creates an episode of MTV’s Cribs that’s actually about cribs!

Sleep

Blogs

With HPV on the rise among women in their 30s and 40s, it's not just your kid who you should consider getting vaccinated. Here are five things you need to know about the HPV vaccine.

Why women should consider getting the HPV vaccine

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Do you let your kids play with unvaccinated friends?

Cervical cancer: The Pap test controversy

Worried about vaccines? Your top questions answered

Maternal health

Family health

A new law in the U.S. will make it that much easier for dads to change diapers on the go.

Changing tables are coming to more men's washrooms!

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You’ve got to be sh*tting me—the best poop stories

Mila Kunis reveals her worst parenting mistake

News

Dad should breastfeed, pregnant ladies should gorge on poutine and ipads are actually great for toddlers' brains. Because SCIENCE.

#ThisIsMyLife: 6 parenting studies we wish they would do

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#ThisIsMyLife: Games you can play while hardly moving or speaking

#ThisIsMyLife: When your kid won’t shut up

#ThisIsMyLife: 8 reasons your toddler is freaking out right now

Humour

Looking for family-themed Halloween costumes? We've rounded up a collection of fun DIY projects, most of them pretty easy.

9 fun family Halloween costumes

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Crafts

There's nothing like quality time with your family. We’ve got fun ideas for indoor games, camping and travel tips, holiday crafts, and everything in between.

Mom of three Kate Allen puts Kidde’s talking smoke and carbon monoxide alarm to the test in her home.

Review: Kidde’s 2-in-1 Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarm makes home safety easy

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Simple ways to prevent poisonings in kids

Tips to keep kids safe in the laundry room

Safety

Today's Parent Approved

We're sad to see summer go, but fall produce is the best. Showcase it all with these delicious fall harvest recipes.

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10 harvest vegetable recipes (that kids will actually eat!)

Thanksgiving

Study shows the vaccine that protects kids from the highly contagious whooping cough is only effective in the short term.

Whooping cough vaccine great for babies, but protection doesn't last long

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9 things parents need to know about the whooping cough 

Scared of needles? A parent’s guide to making vaccination shots less painful

Kids’ coughs: How to tell when it’s serious

There’s nothing more delicious than biting into a fresh, crisp apple. So gather up your brood and go pick a bushel fresh off the tree.

The best apple orchards and farms across Canada

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Ultimate guide to family road trips in Canada

25 great farmers’ markets in and around the GTA

12 awesome things to do in the GTA with kids this summer

Outdoor activities

Skip the weeknight panic with these simple recipes, some use items you probably already have on hand. Easy peasy.

10 quick and easy dinner recipes

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Fast recipes: 15 easy dinners in under 20 minutes

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Reports of peanut butter being smeared in parks are causing concerns for kids with peanut allergies

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Kids need more exercise—so why are we kicking them out of parks? 

Cafe owner gets trolled by parenting army (who really need to relax) 

Food Allergies: Are schools doing enough?

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23 thoughtful gifts for him

21 gifts for her

RECALL: Kidde NightHawk Combo Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm

How to make non-slip socks

UPDATED RECALL: Ikea recalls over 100 models of chests of drawers after eight child deaths

Covering your kids: Your guide to term life insurance

11 simple dinner shortcuts

Ask Dr. Dina: Should you finish the entire bottle of antibiotics?

I was shamed for breastfeeding in public

This bassinet is a dream come true for sleep-deprived parents

Why women should consider getting the HPV vaccine

Changing tables are coming to more men’s washrooms!

#ThisIsMyLife: 6 parenting studies we wish they would do

9 fun family Halloween costumes

Review: Kidde’s 2-in-1 Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarm makes home safety easy

14 yummy fall harvest recipes

Whooping cough vaccine great for babies, but its protection doesn't last long

Best apple orchards and farms across Canada

10 quick and easy dinner recipes

Someone is smearing peanut butter on Toronto playgrounds