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Picky Eating is a Battle I’m Not Willing to Fight

When I look at the eating habits of my wildly different children, what I see is different personalities. Not bad habits.

Who Will Help the Children Who Struggle Without Educational Assistants?

When deep cuts are made to education in Ontario we lose educational assistants. That fact absolutely terrifies me.

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What to Put in a Natural First Aid Kit for Your Family

Here are some items to have in a first aid kit based on intel from the Red Cross and Kids Health, with some natural items added in.

7 Things to Do in Vancouver for Under $5

Having a family isn’t cheap, but there are still plenty of places in Vancouver where you can all go to have maximum fun on a minimum budget. Here are some of our family-favourite spots in and around Vancouver.

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Top Gymnastics Centres for Kids in Ottawa

Kids are always looking for ways to jump, bounce and roll and gymnastics is a fantastic opportunity for them to burn off some energy and learn new skills.

Allergy-Friendly Restaurants in Toronto

Whether your family is ready to dive into dining out with food allergies or prefers to take baby steps, here are the must-stop spots to try in Toronto.

Pick of the Week: Live Clean Baby Skincare

The shampoo & wash is especially great, because it’s both gentle and unscented, making it perfect for little-kid skin to retain that amazing smell.

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Must-Take Infant First Aid & Other Safety Classes in Ottawa

Keep your family safe and sound with these must-take safety classes in Ottawa, including infant first aid, infant CPR, babysitting and car seat safety.

Should You Have Kids? The ‘Parental Indecision Therapist’ Trend

“Motherhood Clarity Mentors” and “Parental Indecision Therapists” may sound like another “Holly-weird” trend. But, women nowadays have never been so indecisive about having a baby.

Saskatoon Farm: A Family-Favourite Outing for Summer

The Saskatoon Farm is only a short 20-minute drive from Calgary but it has a wonderful country feel. Here’s why their easy-to-access, yet off-the-beaten-path location is a perfect little family outing this summer.

26 Little Adventures to Explore in Vancouver this Summer

Exploring Vancouver from A to Z is a fun way to see some sights this summer! So, grab your kiddos and go on these 26 little adventures in Vancouver.

Why I Have One Child in Public and the Other in Private School

What are the differences between private and public school—and are they all that great?

Pick of the Week: Blissfully Blended Bullshit

Our Executive Editor’s latest book chronicles the hard truth of what it’s really like to blend households.

I Called My Boyfriend’s Ex-Wife To Tell Her I Was Pregnant

“I think it would be a kind gesture – an olive branch if you will – to invite her over to the house, where her two children will be living half of the time. I figure that would be the respectful thing to do.”

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Best Food Trucks in Ottawa

This summer, you’ll want to make plans to take a bite out of the food truck scene in Ottawa. Here are some of our favourite food trucks in Ottawa.

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Where to Take Your Kids to Try Parkour in Vancouver

Throughout Metro Vancouver, you can now find outdoor parkour spaces, indoor parkour gyms and all kinds of classes. Here are a few of our picks.

Here’s What’s Happening at the 2019 Vancouver International Children’s Festival

It’s back! The Vancouver International Children’s Festival will be here from May 27 to June 2 at Granville Island and it’s filled with fun. Here’s what’s in store for 2019.

Cool, Family-Friendly Eco Adventures Near the Bruce Peninsula

These adventures offer up a bit of a challenge, some amazing panoramic views and a bit of ecological education along the way.

The Great Glebe Garage Sale and Other Community Yard Sales to Visit

This weekend is the annual Great Glebe Garage Sale, a spring staple in the Glebe Community, and in Ottawa, since 1986.

10 Things to Do Now to Get Ready for the End of the School Year

The onslaught of papers coming home, projects due, last-minute field trips, and end of the year concerts, parties, and assemblies is on its way. Here are our best tips on how to get organized and ready for it.