Summer

How to go camping in your backyard

How to go camping in your backyard

With camping in the woods off of the table right now, try camping in the backyard. Here are some tips to make sure they enjoy it.

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5 tips for managing the end-of-summer blahs

5 tips for managing the end-of-summer blahs

Counting down the days until school starts? Here are ways to break through that dreaded end-of-summer wall and make it to September in one piece.

Jennifer Pinarski

10 inclusive playgrounds in Canada where kids with disabilities will love to play

10 inclusive playgrounds in Canada where kids with disabilities will love to play

At these Canadian playparks, kids with mobility, sensory and sight challenges can get active and have fun alongside non-disabled peers.

Lisa Kadane

8 Reasons Why Being Pregnant in the Summer is Actually The Best

8 Reasons Why Being Pregnant in the Summer is Actually The Best

It's been hard to bask in the magic of my second pregnancy, chafed thighs and all. But there's actually tons to love about expecting in the summer!

Jessica Pollack

8 outdoor activities that develop fine motor skills

8 outdoor activities that develop fine motor skills

From drawing with sidewalk chalk to swinging from the monkey bars, summertime play can help your kids build essential fine motor skills.

Claire Gagne

10 ways to relieve an itchy bug bite

10 ways to relieve an itchy bug bite

Mosquitoes, hornets and black flies are, unfortunately, a mainstay of summer. Here’s how to soothe those itchy bug bites naturally.

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5 reasons the summer slide isn't as big a deal as you think

5 reasons the summer slide isn't as big a deal as you think

Studies may say that kids experience a loss of academic skills over summer break, but this researcher says the effects of the summer slide are exaggerated.

Abel J. Koury

8 yummy summer drinks for kids

8 yummy summer drinks for kids

Cool down and kick off the party with these delicious summer drinks for kids. Spiked adult versions will help weary parents beat the heat, too.

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28 Best Summer Recipes

28 Best Summer Recipes

Summer is all about light flavours, grills, in-season produce and cool treats. Check out our favourite summer recipes.

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3 fun beach activities for kids

3 fun beach activities for kids

“I’m bored” isn’t something you’d expect to hear at the beach, but building sandcastles and digging holes can get old. Here are some beach games to try.

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10 easy make-ahead camping recipes

10 easy make-ahead camping recipes

Prep in the kitchen, pack in the cooler and do (almost) nothing but enjoy these simple make-ahead camping recipes by the light of the fire.

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The best UV-protective rash guards for hitting the beach this summer

The best UV-protective rash guards for hitting the beach this summer

Sunscreen isn't enough to shield your little one from a sunburn this summer. Here are our top picks for some protective (and still stylish!) rash guards.

Natalie Harmsen

8 simple popsicle ideas to keep you cool this summer

8 simple popsicle ideas to keep you cool this summer

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16 ways to turn your backyard into the ultimate playground

16 ways to turn your backyard into the ultimate playground

Keep kids busy this summer—without going anywhere. Our favourite products to transform your drab patch of grass into the envy of the neighbourhood.

Karen Robock

17 delicious camping recipes

17 delicious camping recipes

When you’re out in the wilderness, you want your food warm, hearty and quick. These delicious recipes are truly out of (camp)site!

Amy Valm

13 top mineral sunscreens for your whole family

13 top mineral sunscreens for your whole family

Summer's here, which means stocking up on sunscreen! Here's why more parents may be choosing mineral formulations this year, plus our top picks.

Natalie Harmsen

10 summer festivals worth checking out across Canada

10 summer festivals worth checking out across Canada

There’s a lot to celebrate across the country this summer. Check out these unique, family-friendly festivals from coast to coast.

Lisa Kadane

Summer Sun Protection: A Guide for Kids and Babies

Summer Sun Protection: A Guide for Kids and Babies

Here’s everything you need to know about sun protection this summer, including UPF rash guards and the difference between mineral and chemical sunscreens.

Karen Robock

The 11 best water parks in Canada

The 11 best water parks in Canada

Summer means one thing: water parks! Here's a list of our favourite water parks and splash pads across Canada.

Jody Robbins

8 barbecue tools to get you grilling this summer

8 barbecue tools to get you grilling this summer

From roasters and smokers to scrapers and accessories, up your grilling game this summer with these awesome barbecue essentials.

Simone Olivero