Kids safety

Motherhood has meant facing my greatest fear

Motherhood has meant facing my greatest fear

Becoming a mother has pushed me beyond my comfort zone so many times. But there was one fear I finally had to face: It was time to learn how to drive.

Natalie Stechyson

My family is in Hurricane Irma's path—and we're staying

My family is in Hurricane Irma's path—and we're staying

We’re in Hurricane Irma’s path, we have two kids under four, and I’m terrified.

Stephanie Kewin

Why kids need risk, fear and excitement in play

Why kids need risk, fear and excitement in play

When children test their own boundaries in thrilling play, they develop self-confidence, resilience and risk management skills.

Mariana Brussoni

Childhood concussion can lead to alcohol abuse years later

Childhood concussion can lead to alcohol abuse years later

Kids who sustain a traumatic brain injury (TBI) are more likely to abuse alcohol as adults - how parents can identify and manage problem drinking in teens

Valerie Howes

Everything you need to know about bug spray ingredients

Everything you need to know about bug spray ingredients

Overwhelmed with the task of choosing a bug spray? We've narrowed down your options for avoiding pesky insects and bug bites.

Wing Sze Tang

Check your window coverings: Health Canada says blinds could be dangerous for kids

Check your window coverings: Health Canada says blinds could be dangerous for kids

If your blinds have cords that are longer than 22 centimetres, they could pose a strangulation risk. Here's what you need to know.

Jill Buchner

This genius 10-year-old has discovered a way to prevent hot car deaths

This genius 10-year-old has discovered a way to prevent hot car deaths

Thanks to the ingenuity of a fifth-grader, we may soon be able to buy a device that alerts parents and authorities when a child is left in a hot car.

Jill Buchner

6 social media strategies for parents (even if your kids aren't on social media yet)

6 social media strategies for parents (even if your kids aren't on social media yet)

When social media is your job, is it easier or harder to teach your kids healthy boundaries? You're going to want these expert tips.

Haley Overland

How Kristen Bell's latest parenting hack can keep your kids safe

How Kristen Bell's latest parenting hack can keep your kids safe

How do you teach your kids traffic safety and good listening skills? Actress Kristen Bell has a parenting hack for you.

Christine Shepherd

How is it possible that Karla Homolka was volunteering at a Montreal school?

How is it possible that Karla Homolka was volunteering at a Montreal school?

Tanya Enberg

Are you using your car seat properly? 1 in 5 kids killed in car accidents don't have proper restraints

Are you using your car seat properly? 1 in 5 kids killed in car accidents don't have proper restraints

In a study of fatal U.S. traffic accidents, a large portion of kids who died were killed by improper use of car seats or by not being buckled up at all.

Jill Buchner

Ask Dr. Dina: Is chiropractic care safe for kids?

Ask Dr. Dina: Is chiropractic care safe for kids?

Dr. Dina Kulik

Teaching your child with autism to swim could save their life

Teaching your child with autism to swim could save their life

Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are especially drawn to water; these tips will help you keep them safe this summer.

Joel Yanofsky

Grandparents’ old-school ideas on parenting could be bad for kids

Grandparents’ old-school ideas on parenting could be bad for kids

A new study found that grandparents who take care of kids often aren't up to date on guidelines for how to keep them safe and healthy.

Jill Buchner

The best ways to protect your kids from bug bites this summer

The best ways to protect your kids from bug bites this summer

Itchy red bites might seem like an inevitable part of summer, but we’ve got expert tips to share on avoiding insects and soothing bug bites.

Wendy Haaf

14 worst-scoring sunscreens for kids, as rated by the EWG

14 worst-scoring sunscreens for kids, as rated by the EWG

Check your cupboards: Your favourite sunscreen may contain harmful ingredients. We've got the scoop on the worst sunscreens for kids, as rated by the EWG.

Juliana Bannon

Gun accidents and shootings hurt a kid almost every day in Ontario

Gun accidents and shootings hurt a kid almost every day in Ontario

A new study reveals that firearms are putting many kids at risk, and Canadian guidelines suggest parents can do a lot to help with gun safety.

Sheryl Ubelacker, The Canadian Press

7 Car Seat Mistakes You’re Probably Making

7 Car Seat Mistakes You’re Probably Making

Most kids aren’t secured in car seats as well as they should be, but with a bit of know-how from experts, you can avoid the most common car seat errors.

Dory Cerny

How to make moving with kids easier

Toddler behaviour

How to make moving with kids easier

Moving with small kids is a trip. Here are some ways to make the move with your kids more exciting than scary.

Sadiya Dendar

Why one mom says your kid’s sun hat could be a serious danger

Why one mom says your kid’s sun hat could be a serious danger

With kids' spring and summer clothes already hitting stores, parents might want to double-check this feature before buying a sun hat.

Emily Rivas

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