Parenting

I got laid off—and I told my four-year-old son

I got laid off—and I told my four-year-old son

My son might not have completely understood what was going on—he thought I should get a job with the PJ Masks. But he needed to know that I lost my job.

Tyler Wade

Why you shouldn’t panic if your kid won’t eat vegetables

Why you shouldn’t panic if your kid won’t eat vegetables

You don't have to freak out if kale, carrots and even cucumbers are on your kid’s no-eat list. But there are some things you should know.

Cara Rosenbloom

I’m uncomfortable telling other parents I’m queer

I’m uncomfortable telling other parents I’m queer

I know that if anyone were to challenge any of my coupled queer friends’ abilities to parent, I’d be the first to defend them. So why won’t I do the same for myself?

Tara-Michelle Ziniuk

6 jobs I didn’t expect to inherit when I became a mom

6 jobs I didn’t expect to inherit when I became a mom

From Lunch Lady to Nose Wiper to Hurt Kisser to Manners Teacher, it turns out there’s more to being a mom than just being mom.

Rachel Toalson

I saw a guy checking out my 12-year-old in her bikini, and I’m not sure I handled it right

I saw a guy checking out my 12-year-old in her bikini, and I’m not sure I handled it right

She’s going to deal with this kind of attention more and more as she grows up. And as her mom, I need to teach her how to handle it. What would you do?

Lola Augustine Brown

11 ways to make shared custody not suck

11 ways to make shared custody not suck

As the song goes, "breaking up is hard to do." But there are ways to make shared custody easier on your kids. Here's how to rock at co-parenting.

Dawn Calleja

7 crafty ways to get your kids to express gratitude

7 crafty ways to get your kids to express gratitude

Grateful kids are happier, more compassionate and engaged. These simple projects can help them get in touch with their thankful sides.

Lisa Fields

As a type A mom, the newborn phase was the worst

As a type A mom, the newborn phase was the worst

I pride myself on getting things done well and on schedule. So, bringing home an eight-pound enigma of a baby was a complete shock to my system.

Sarah Bradley

8 kids' songs that I never ever want to hear again

8 kids' songs that I never ever want to hear again

I'm not sure when I became such a music curmudgeon, but I think it was right around when I heard "Let It Go" for the millionth time.

Alyssa Ashton

Why I let my kids take mental health days

Why I let my kids take mental health days

My daughter may not have to pay a mortgage, but she does feel the burden of responsibility. Sometimes, she needs a break to hit the reset button.

Kristen Thompson

It’s OK to have a total mom meltdown

It’s OK to have a total mom meltdown

There's no shame in having a mom meltdown—it happens to all of us at some point. (And yes, your kids will get over it, I promise.)

Katie Dupuis

I didn't want to socialize with school moms. Here's what happened when I did

I didn't want to socialize with school moms. Here's what happened when I did

"I love my kids’ school, but as a major introvert, I’d rather attend a funeral than a PTA meeting."

Sarah Garone

5 baby care secrets from Hollywood's favourite nanny

5 baby care secrets from Hollywood's favourite nanny

Learn everything from sleep rituals to bathtime from this trusted caregiver who has done and seen it all.

Jennifer Chen

11 Tips For Building Self-Esteem In Children

11 Tips For Building Self-Esteem In Children

Simply praising your child can actually do more harm than good. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to build self confidence in a child.

Randi Chapnik Myers

Why I don't kiss my son goodnight anymore

Why I don't kiss my son goodnight anymore

It’s a mom’s prerogative to shower her kids with affection and their duty to grin and bear it. But here's why I don't give my son a good night kiss anymore.

Tanya Kuzmanovic

Why I named my son Jayne

Why I named my son Jayne

Yes, we gave our son a “girl’s name.” And we don’t regret it one bit.

Meagan Stockwell

Doctors are worried about an increase in child abuse due to COVID-19

Doctors are worried about an increase in child abuse due to COVID-19

There's no question—these are difficult times. The American Academy of Pediatrics offers tips for dealing with kids during the coronavirus outbreak.

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Do you need a night nurse for help with your baby?

Do you need a night nurse for help with your baby?

Why you might want to seriously consider hiring a night nurse, aka a nighttime nanny to help you care for your newborn. All your questions answered.

Karen Robock

What parents need to know as the coronavirus spreads

What parents need to know as the coronavirus spreads

Canadians are now seeing coronavirus spread within our own communities. Here's what this means for you and your family.

Wendy Glauser

How To Discipline A Toddler? 14 Tactics That Actually Work

How To Discipline A Toddler? 14 Tactics That Actually Work

Disciplining toddlers can be tough, but if you’re frustrated with your kid’s antics, here are some tricks that actually work.

Laura Bickle