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Think naturally dyeing Easter eggs is too much work? We'd say it's about as difficult as boiling pasta, but with a bit more wait-time. Start saving your food scraps and watch them transform eggs into vibrant masterpieces. Read

Sandals Beaches Resorts are tops when it comes to catering to kids of all ages, and they’ve thought of everything parents need to vacation with ease.  Read

Our publisher Jane Bradley went to the Happiest Place on Earth sans kiddos, and she and her family loved every minute. Read

Personal finance expert, keynote speaker and news anchor Bruce Sellery calls Toronto home. Read on to find out his favourite pockets of the city.      Read

Many misperceptions circulate about learning disabilities. Some are rooted in the confusion and controversy surrounding numerous labels and complexities, and others result from a less-than-full awareness of advances in our knowledge of learning disabilities. Read

Using a weighted blanket is just like swaddling a babe or being hugged tight, and they’ve been touted for their treatment or help with insomnia, mental health issues (depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder), restless leg syndrome, Alzheimer’s and even cerebral palsy in adults, and have even shown some positive results with those on the autism spectrum. Read

Constipation is a pain in the rear, but it’s preventable and treatable. Here's what causes it and how to bring relief. Read

Named for the four railway lines that run through it, this western neighbourhood of Toronto has a lot to offer. It's a popular 'hood for families so parks and kid-friendly restaurants abound. Our tip? Take a stroll down Dundas, pick up some lunch then head to nearby High Park for a picnic. Read

Is it weird to let your kids see you naked? Two moms and an expert weigh in. Read

It can be hard to admit your phone habits are problematic. But if the aforementioned signs hit home, consider taking these steps. It’s time to get well. Read

There's a reason Greta Podleski's Yum & Yummer has been on the bestselling cookbook list for more than a year. The recipes are so delicious, super easy... Read

This creamy, dreamy hybrid is chicken potpie filling in soup form. It is a one-pot wonderful and a little bit sinful. Time to quit lookin' and start cookin'! Read

Try serving plain ol' steamed squash to your kidlets and you're potentially setting yourself up for blank stares and wrinkled noses. But crispy roasted squash fries might just get them to try something new. Read

At home, parents can remove noisy distractions and devices, set up a quiet space to practise sitting and listen to their breathing together. Read

Here are our top nine party tips to make it the best first birthday ever. Read

Caused by the coxsackie virus, hand, foot and mouth disease can affect kids at any age (and can even affect adults), though it’s most often found in the younger set. Read

A baby bump can make a good night’s sleep seem impossible. Read on for tips to help you get a proper rest. Read

HIGH FIVE is a quality standard used by organizations to deliver children's programs where kids have positive experiences, participate fully, make friends, learn skills and have fun. Brought to you by Read

Is your kiddo taking his time moving from crawling to walking? Don't fret just yet. Read

It used to be that braces were a rite of passage for many adolescents. But in recent years, seeing an orthodontist has become common in children as young as six or seven.   Read