With Halloween fast approaching, I realized I'm more than a little behind on the kids' costume prep.

I'm terrible at Halloween

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Halloween

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.

Family

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Toddler behaviour

Blogs

19 frightfully fun kids’ Halloween movies!

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22 spooky (but fun!) Halloween books for kids

Indoor Activities

This subject can be daunting— so we asked experts how to talk to kids about sex covering everything from intercourse, puberty, gender identity and consent.

How to talk to kids about sex

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What did you say when your kid caught you having sex?

When you catch your child masturbating (awk-ward!)

Oh no! My daughter is learning sex ed in school

Gender

Parenting

We're happy to put an end to the piles of random plastic toys accumulating in our homes.

McDonald's is ditching its plastic Happy Meal toys for greener options

McDonald's is ditching its plastic Happy Meal toys for greener options and we're lovin' it

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News

Looking for new ways to engage your child? Whether it’s play kitchens or pool toys, classic games or the year’s top trends, your kids will love these toy ideas. 

Toys

The colours, the crisp air, the light... fall is a fabulous season. Here are some ideas for how your family can enjoy it (plus a handy printable checklist)!

50 must&#x2d;do fall activities for families

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Road trips: 10 apps to keep your kids entertained

25 places to view fall colours across Canada

Outdoor activities

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.

Activities

What are the different types of bullying and how can you spot them if your tween or teen is being targeted? Signs to look for and what to do next.

Four types of bullying every parent should know about

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School

Studies show that parents with math anxieties inadvertently make the situation worse for their kids.

Hate math? Then don't help your kid with their homework

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Homework help: Taking a hands-off approach

Life with little kids needs to be triaged—If you want to “have it all,” pick a few of your most important things, focus on those and let the rest go.

Having it all is possible (if “all” means three things only, maybe four)

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Thank you to the woman in Shoppers Drug Mart

Nostalgia is a frenemy when you’re a parent

I thought I’d be a good disciplinarian, but then I had kids

After a weekend with sick kids, I’m nostalgic for my pre-baby life

These milestones may not be listed in the baby books, but they're definitely major achievements familiar to parents of two kids.

7 milestones to celebrate when you have two kids

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How do you know you’re ready for a second baby?

7 things you need to know about your second pregnancy

Secret tricks and tips from parents of more than one kid

Preschool

Maybe it’s been a long week, or you were up with a teething baby every two hours. Or perhaps you’ve just felt tired since you became a parent? We get it.

14 fun games to play with your kids while lying down

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Games

Family road trip ahead? Play one of these fun games to keep your kids entertained during the long car ride.

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Hiking can be fun and doable for even the least outdoorsy families. Here's how to make the outing a win for everyone, especially your kids.

Hiking with kids: How to plan a family-friendly adventure

Hiking can be fun and doable for even the least outdoorsy families. Here's how to make the adventure a win for everyone.

How to plan a kid-friendly hike

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Kids love doing “adult” jobs, and these ten outdoor chores are sure to make them feel helpful while you’re busy doing the real work.

Kids love doing “adult” jobs, and these ten tasks are sure to make them feel helpful while you’re busy doing the real work.

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Chores

Want to teach your child about mindfulness? Looking for a great vacation getaway for families? Trying to understand the latest YouTube craze for kids? We’ve got you covered. 

Family life

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Who needs technology? Here are some delightfully low-tech classic activities your kids should do at least once this summer.

10 old-school summer activities kids should try

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21 children's books about perseverance

21 books to help teach your kids perseverance

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Books

Soothing bedtime stories, empowering books for girls, or festive holiday reads.  Check out our recommendations for the best children’s books for every occasion.

We’ve rounded up the cutest books about dads, perfect for gifting!

44 cute books about dads

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Reluctant readers: ow comic books can help

Learning to read: What age is the "right" age?

Kids

I’m terrible at Halloween

20 memes that perfectly encapsulate just how weird kids are

19 frightfully fun kids' Halloween movies!

How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex: an age-by-age guide

McDonald's is ditching its plastic Happy Meal toys for greener options and we're lovin' it

50 must-do fall activities for families

Four types of bullying every parent should know about

Hate Math? Then Don't Help Your Kid with Their Homework

Having it all is possible (if “all” means three things only, maybe four)

7 milestones to celebrate when you have two kids

14 fun games to play with your kids while lying down

7 car games we love

How to plan a kid-friendly hike

5 tips to plan the ultimate family picnic

10 outdoor chores kids can help with

We used my son's stick collection as kindling and he totally lost it

10 old-school summer activities kids should try

These quotes from residential school Survivors can help kids (and parents) understand their experiences

21 books to help teach your kids perseverance

44 cute books about dads