Toddler safety

Why is my toddler so obsessed with climbing everything?

Toddler development

Why is my toddler so obsessed with climbing everything?

From wriggling up the door frame to escaping their cribs, the toddler climbing phase is completely normal. Here's how to safely encourage them.

Vanessa Milne

6 things you should go ahead and let your toddler do

Toddler behaviour

6 things you should go ahead and let your toddler do

We all want to keep the chaos at bay, but you might be making your life harder by wielding too much control over your kid.

Kristen Thompson

Why Kids Shouldn't Wear Bulky Coats in Car Seats

Why Kids Shouldn't Wear Bulky Coats in Car Seats

A car seat technician explains the danger and offers up some simple alternatives to kids wearing bulky coats in car seats.

Kim Shiffman

How to make sure you never forget your kid in a hot car

How to make sure you never forget your kid in a hot car

A hot car tragedy can happen to any family—even yours. Here are strategies to prevent it.

Chad Sapieha

Start baby proofing! These are the 17 worst hazards in the home for kids

Start baby proofing! These are the 17 worst hazards in the home for kids

We talked to the experts to find out the most dangerous items that are commonly found in homes and learned how to fix them to keep kids safe.

Kristy Woudstra

6 Ways to Make Sure Your Dog Gets Along With Your Kids

6 Ways to Make Sure Your Dog Gets Along With Your Kids

Some dogs integrate into a family with kids seamlessly. Others not so much. If you’re wondering, “How can I make sure my dog likes my kids?” try these six strategies.

Andrea V. Breen

Why toddlers put stuff up their nose

Toddler behaviour

Why toddlers put stuff up their nose

From tiny pieces of food to Lego parts, chances are they're going to stick something up there. Here's what to do when it happens.

Dawn Yanek

When is it safe to put a pillow in your toddler’s crib or bed?

When is it safe to put a pillow in your toddler’s crib or bed?

Most parents know to hold off on blankets until their baby is at least one year old, but when is it safe to start using a toddler pillow?

Suzanne Gardner

Home Safety Hotspots

Home Safety Hotspots

Here's how to childproof your space to keep curious kids safe.

Jessica Robinson

I ditched the baby gate and let my kid eat dirt—and I was a better mom for it

I ditched the baby gate and let my kid eat dirt—and I was a better mom for it

There’s a reason why experienced parents seem more relaxed: They’ve learned what you really need to worry about and what you don't.

Leah McLaren

My son is like a human Tasmanian devil

Toddler behaviour

My son is like a human Tasmanian devil

After two kids, my husband and I thought we had this parenting thing down pat. But then my third son hit the terrible twos.

Sarah Bradley

When Can Babies Sleep with a Blanket?

When Can Babies Sleep with a Blanket?

Keeping baby's crib empty is essential at the beginning—but when can a toddler ditch the sleep sacks and safely start using blankets?

Emily Senger

Should you be worried about your clumsy toddler?

Toddler development

Should you be worried about your clumsy toddler?

It’s normal for toddlers to bump  into things and take a tumble,  but when should you worry about  their lack of coordination?

Amanda Lee

10 things your daycare may not tell you

10 things your daycare may not tell you

You've looked long and hard to find a good daycare and now you feel you can finally relax. Don't. We highlight some of the things your child care provider might not be doing right.

Liza Finlay

What to do when your toddler won’t stop hitting

Toddler behaviour

What to do when your toddler won’t stop hitting

You turn red, and you freeze for a second: Should you apologize profusely, scold your child or hightail it out of there?

Dawn Yanek

11 easy ways to babyproof your home

11 easy ways to babyproof your home

Confused and overwhelmed by childproofing? Here are some easy ways you can make your home safe for baby.

Today's Parent

Your toddler: 17 months old

Toddler by month

Your toddler: 17 months old

Your toddler now has the capacity to decide whether or not they want to be honest, patient, careful or helpful. Learn all about life with your 17-month-old.

Today's Parent

What happens if my toddler finds my weed and eats it?

What happens if my toddler finds my weed and eats it?

If you suspect your child has eaten your weed, this is what you should do.

Rosemary Counter

My baby died after being left in a hot car

My baby died after being left in a hot car

Nancy Macdonald

Think your backyard pool is safe? Check out this toddler climb a locked pool ladder

Think your backyard pool is safe? Check out this toddler climb a locked pool ladder

Pool safety is no joke, folks.

Kevin John Siazon

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