Kids

Image: Shutterstock In This Article Who is the second smartest creature on the Earth after humans? Well, it’s dolphins (1). Dolphin facts for kids often leave them fascinated. This water mammal is friendly, fun-loving, and among the most intelligent beings on the planet. The marine creatures’ graceful movements and funny yet beautiful faces grab the

Image: Shutterstock In This Article As a parent, you are responsible for keeping the baby’s environment clean and safe. Therefore, it is essential to regularly clean and sanitize their toys to maintain hygiene and prevent germs. When considering how to clean baby toys, this post will help you explore various ways you can find helpful.

Shopping with my values in mind has never been easier with this new, curated marketplace of giftable toys and gear. Created for Last year, right around this time, my daughter was seven months old—which it turns out, is too young to really “get” the holidays—lucky for me because I had no idea what to get

Coughs, congestion, sore throats, fevers—viruses seem to be everywhere right now, and it’s not just COVID. Cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), influenza and other viruses are rampant, and a critical shortage of paediatric fever reducers like ibuprofen and acetaminophen means parents don’t necessarily have the tools to deal with them. Here’s what’s currently happening

And why I feel good shopping for play essentials at Peeka & Co. Created for My five-year-old daughter loves taking pictures, and I love seeing the world through her eyes. She’s captured some gorgeous sunsets on my phone’s camera, and I often find snaps showing interesting perspectives and selfies (so many selfies) saved in my

The teens in your life may even crack a smile when they open one of these trendy and thoughtful presents. If you have a teen, then you know that finding just the right gift can be nearly impossible. Here are a few ideas that (hopefully!) won’t make them cringe. PeachandLavenderCo. Waffle Scrunchie Photo: Courtesy of

If you’ve had a kid in school for long enough, you’re probably familiar with some version of this phrase: “Your child may have come in contact with someone who has head lice.” Finding that printed on a piece of paper and tucked inside your child’s backpack may send you spiralling into nightmare territory.  Don’t let

Resilience, or Res for short, was assembled by NASA scientists to explore Mars, but he develops human emotions. Post-launch, Res and Fly, a drone helicopter, navigate the difficult, dusty terrain of the far-away planet. Res’s ability to feel aids him in his exploration as millions cheer him on. Best for ages 8 – 12.

We all know that dental care is important for overall health, but it comes with a steep price tag that many Canadians can’t afford. Roughly one-third of Canadians don’t have dental insurance, and many avoid going to the dentist at all because of that. To help ensure equitable dental access to Canadians, the Canadian government

We all want our kids to get As on their math and spelling tests. But helping your kids develop certain non-academic skills will better set them up for success—and it’s easier than it sounds. We all want our children to do well in school. But as a Canadian neuroscientist and mom, I’m here to tell

Yes, broccoli is great. But science has proven that practicing kindness can also do wonders for your children’s health—and your own! Since the day my daughter had her first bite of solid food, I’ve been fretting over her diet. I mashed organic peas, pureed heritage tomatoes, and froze nutritious soups. When she got older, I

It’s estimated that 150,000 kids were sent to residential schools, and that legacy of neglect, lack of education and abuse is still being felt today. Residential schools for First Nations, Métis and Inuit kids were run by church organizations in partnership with the Canadian government from 1883 until 1969. Designed to force Indigenous children to

Learn how to protect your children from this rare but potentially deadly disease. Created for When Jen Sharpe’s daughter Alexis was almost six months old, she developed a fever—and it got progressively higher. Jen had already taken her to the ER twice, where she was assured that Alexis just had a virus. However, when she had

It may seem early to be shopping for advent calendars, but be warned: these puppies sell out fast. Let the countdown to the holidays begin! What’s even sweeter than chocolate? Toys! Make the 12 (or 24) days leading up to Christmas feel extra special with these tiny, gift-filled advent calendars for kids. From Play-Doh to

Your kid will be fine, and there are other (free!) ways that parents can create meaningful learning experiences. September isn’t just when kids head back to school—it’s also when parents scramble to get their kids into extracurricular activities. For many families, that’s not as easy as it sounds. Some can’t afford it. Others have no

Any orange shirt works, of course. But if you hope to truly honour the cause behind Orange Shirt Day, you might want to think a little more carefully. This Friday, September 30 is our country’s second National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day. It’s meant for people to reflect on

A bowl of cereal is fast and easy, but is it nutritious? We’ve rounded up the most wholesome options to make your mornings better. What’s faster than a bowl of cereal and milk for breakfast? It’s a five-minute solution to hectic mornings, and by age six, most kids can make it themselves (which saves even

The school day is a weird thing. For seven to eight hours, your precious child’s development is suddenly out of your hands, and put in the hands of an outsider. That loss of control can be jarring for many parents who have spent days, weeks, years fretting over their child’s development, and calculating how to

When weighing the pros and cons of sending your child to a private school, concerns about money are top of mind for many parents. A private-school education is a significant financial commitment, so families must be fully aware of what’s involved before making any decisions. Here are four crucial questions to ask yourself to ensure

Your wee student made it through the first week of school! Still, a celebratory dinner is in no one’s best interests. Here’s why. The end of the first week of school is definitely something to be noted and celebrated. For kids, shifting from their relaxed summer routine spent mostly with their parents to suddenly being