health

RECALL: Kidde Dual-Sensor Smoke Alarms

RECALL: Kidde Dual-Sensor Smoke Alarms

Nearly 500,000 Kidde dual-sensor smoke alarms have been recalled after discovering that their ability to detect smoke may be compromised.

Today's Parent

What it means when your toddler is toe-walking

Toddler development

What it means when your toddler is toe-walking

Growth spurts and sensory problems are two possible reasons for your toddler walking on their toes. Here’s what you need to know about your toe walker.

Raina Delisle

Is your child becoming overweight?

Is your child becoming overweight?

You’ve heard that childhood obesity is on the rise, but how do you know if your own child’s health is at risk? A paediatrician explains.

Dr. Dina Kulik

What is peripartum cardiomyopathy?

Pregnancy health

What is peripartum cardiomyopathy?

Symptoms like fatigue and shortness of breath are common in pregnancy, but seek medical attention if they're severe. It could be peripartum cardiomyopathy.

Alex Mlynek

RECALL: Claire’s makeup sets recalled due to potential asbestos contamination

RECALL: Claire’s makeup sets recalled due to potential asbestos contamination

The retailer Claire's is recalling a number of kid's beauty sets after reports of a potential asbestos contamination.

Today's Parent

1 in 8 homes has dangerous levels of radon

1 in 8 homes has dangerous levels of radon

Radon is an invisible, odourless gas that can make its way into any building and cause serious health problems. Here's how to know if your home is safe.

Aaron Goodarzi

RECALL: Health Canada recalls Baby B'gosh Quilted Hooded Jackets

RECALL: Health Canada recalls Baby B'gosh Quilted Hooded Jackets

Health Canada recalls thousands of OshKosh B’gosh kids jackets across Canada and the United States due to a choking hazard.

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Can my kid get mumps and measles even if she's been vaccinated?

Can my kid get mumps and measles even if she's been vaccinated?

Your kid has received the MMR vaccine, but you still worry when you hear about mumps and measles outbreaks. Here's what you need to know.

Dr. Dina Kulik

Paediatricians are 'increasingly' being asked about assisted death for kids

Paediatricians are 'increasingly' being asked about assisted death for kids

A survey about assisted death for kids in Canada found that nearly half of pediatricians supported legislation extending to kids in some cases

Maija Kappler, The Canadian Press

Can my pet make my baby sick?

Can my pet make my baby sick?

Pets can reduce the risk of allergies and asthma for babies, but can they also pass on diseases? Here are the facts you need to know.

Dr. Dina Kulik

Your ultimate guide to the most common kid illnesses

Your ultimate guide to the most common kid illnesses

Is it roseola or fifth disease? This printable chart is your one source for identifying—and beating—the bugs.

Today's Parent

Dachshund data to help doctors treat kids with rare form of epilepsy

Dachshund data to help doctors treat kids with rare form of epilepsy

Sick Kids researchers, veterinary specialists and dachshund owners work together to tackle a devastating disease.

Valerie Howes

Stress can have alarming effects on kids

Stress can have alarming effects on kids

Lindsey Tanner, The Associated Press

Dear Gwyneth: Our pre-pregnant bodies aren't actually swamps of toxic sludge

Pregnancy health

Dear Gwyneth: Our pre-pregnant bodies aren't actually swamps of toxic sludge

Goop goddess Gwyneth Paltrow thinks you need a pregnancy detox. We think she should put two jade eggs in her vagina and call us in the morning.

Abby Langer, R.D.

6 changes men can make to improve sperm and have a healthier baby

Trying to conceive

6 changes men can make to improve sperm and have a healthier baby

It’s not just moms-to-be who need to worry about their health. Here’s what guys can do to boost their sperm and have healthier babies.

Kristy Woudstra

The scary truth about antibiotic overuse in kids

The scary truth about antibiotic overuse in kids

As scientists unlock the connection between antibiotic use in kids and chronic diseases, parents are faced with a tough decision.

Sydney Loney

7 things parents need to know about mumps in children

7 things parents need to know about mumps in children

Facts on the virus, vaccines and what symptoms to look out for.

Claire Gagne

Ask Dr. Dina: When Should I Take my Child to the ER?

Ask Dr. Dina: When Should I Take my Child to the ER?

Should you take your kid to the ER? Or would it be better to stay home? Dr. Dina Kulik outlines the best way to respond to a serious health concern.

Dr. Dina Kulik

6 signs your kid may not need a sick day

6 signs your kid may not need a sick day

Here's what you need to know before you let her stay home.

Lauren Ferranti-Ballem

Ontario steps in to help sick kids affected by Trump travel ban

Ontario steps in to help sick kids affected by Trump travel ban

President Trump's travel ban means many sick kids can no longer come to the U.S to get life-saving surgery.

The Canadian Press