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It’s always tough to see your little ones get shots at the doctor’s office, but we’ve got tips for helping with the discomfort.

Easy Spaghetti Carbonara

When you’re in need of a quick meal, a creamy carbonara comes together in just a little more time than it takes the pasta to cook. It's a humble sauce of starchy pasta water, eggs and Parm whisked into silky submission. And, chances are, you already have the ingredients in your kitchen. We have peas in our ingredient list, but if there's a greens strike in your home, feel free to forgo them. Carbonara is easy like that. 

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ParentsCanada recognizes there is a huge gap when it comes to parenting resources for dads, and without that support many dads struggle with feelings of anxiety and insecurity. So, with that in mind, we’ve teamed up with men’s health charity Movember to help address this issue.

 

5 Tips for Taking Awesome Pictures with Your Phone

We often fall into the trap of just snapping pictures quickly to capture a moment, but knowing a little bit about your phone's camera, coupled with tips for getting a great shot, might just make all the difference to your family albums. The camera roll on my phone is hilarious—it’s full of random, blurry, awkward pictures of my girls, plus 20 to 30 selfies of each of them every time they manage to get their hands on my device. Most of them are ridiculous and unusable for anything other than a giggle as I scroll through, but then there are...

8 Parenting Myths Debunked

You've heard them before. Things like "pacifiers are bad" or "you won't sleep again." Dr. Dina sheds some light on eight age-old parenting misconceptions.

Helping Children With Physical Disabilities Stay Active

It's a great idea to encourage children to be active as research shows that activity can greatly benefit kids’ physical and mental health. We have expert tips for helping your child stay active.

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If you’re pregnant and have suffered a previous miscarriage, chances are you’re pretty nervous this time around.

10 baby names from classic children’s books

No doubt classic children’s books started rolling in from friends the minute you announced your impending arrival, so you probably have a cute little library going in your would-be nursery. Need name inspo? Check out those titles for adorable names with staying power.

Baby

Why Swaddling Newborns Is No Longer Recommended

Knowing whether or not to swaddle newborns has always been a little contentious. Parents and experts are unsure if it's still the right thing to do. Here's some updated guidelines.

Why I Wish My Kids Had My Last Name

My kids have my husband's last name, but it was by default. Why wasn’t my surname an option? It's time to review all the rules of marriage and family, for better or for worse.

How To Care For Baby’s Umbilical Cord And Belly Button

You have a lot of terrain to cover with a new babe in tow. Here are the ins and outs of innies and outies.

Bottle Feeding 101

We’ve got everything you need to know, from selecting a bottle system to the best way to hold your little bundle for feeds. PLUS enter for your chance to WIN* a Tommee Tippee prize pack valued at $268!

Toddler

An Age-By-Age Guide To Kids And Romantic Love

Kids begin developing an understanding of romantic love at an early age. Here’s the lowdown on what love means to kids at different ages.

How to curb a fussy eater

Got a picky eater on your hands? Registered dietitian Jill Wallace offers the tips to ensure mealtime goes off without a hitch.

Milestones (1 to 3 Years): What to Watch For

Your toddler’s growth will start to slow down a little after the first year, but they will still change and grow and learn exponentially between the ages of one and three. Here are the benchmarks to watch for.

Does your toddler prefer one parent over the other?

Sometimes your tot prefers you vs the other parent, or vice versa? The reality of toddler life is that they change day to day.

Preschool

Is Your Kid A Hoarder? Tips For Helping Them Let Go

The word 'hoarder' might set off alarms, but hoarding isn't unusual behaviour in kids. Learning to let go is a life-long process.

4 ways to teach kids empathy

When kids are unkind, we need to remember that they’re not intentionally trying to be hurtful. But as they grow, it's important to instil a sense of empathy. Here's how. 

How to teach racial acceptance

Canada’s growing diversity should mean racism is a thing of the past, but that doesn’t seem to be the case. What can parents do to promote acceptance of all colours, cultures and creeds? QUITE A BIT.

Ask Dr. Marla: Stomach ache causes

My 10-year-old daughter often complains of stomach aches. She doesn’t seem to have any other physical symptoms. Could it be related to stress?

School Age

Tips For Introducing A New Partner With Kids Into Your Family

Worrying about the transition from single parent and kids to two parental figures plus more kids is understandable. We have tips to help make the transition go smoothly.

Medicine Cabinet Go-tos and Giving Medication

Take stock of your medicine cabinet every few months and replace anything that is expired or nearly empty. (You’ll thank yourself in the middle of the night with a sick kid!) Read on for medicine cabinet basics to make sure you have your bases covered.

Should You Pay Your Kids for Chores?

Sure, offering your kid money to vacuum, sweep or tidy their toys gives them more incentive. But should you? Two moms and an expert weigh in.

How to Teach Your Kids to Use Inclusive Language

Making sure children have the right words to express themselves and respect the identities of others is a priority now more than ever.

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