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Turns out, you can still be lovin’ it as an adult. As a kid, the feeling of opening a Happy Meal box and discovering the week’s exclusive toy is simply magical. Once you’re a parent, you start living vicariously through your kiddos’ McDonald’s meals, feeling a wave of nostalgia with each unboxing. But now, adults

I’ve been actively teaching my little one about consent since she was five months old. Penny* may not be able to verbalise “no” or “stop” just yet, but she is definitely communicating with us through her babbles, tone and gestures. I am a survivor of trauma, child abuse and rape, and I believe that a

The new online marketplace of play essentials for kids 0-4 launched today and we think you’ll love our picks. We have a cool announcement: Today’s Parent has partnered with the new online marketplace Peeka & Co. to bring parents our fave picks for toys and other little-kid essentials. As Canada’s top parenting media brand, it’s safe to say we

The sight of washed-out bridges, demolished homes and uprooted old trees may bring up some questions from your kid. Here’s the best way to answer without freaking them out. Like many Canadians, I’ve been crushed to see how Hurricane Fiona wreaked havoc on the Maritimes. The sight of washed-out bridges, demolished homes and uprooted old

Get the Childhood Design Mini-Course: https://bit.ly/3pTCFn7 The Parenting Junkie speaks to working parents about their struggles and offers 5 Guilt-Free Mindsets, parenting tips for working parents who work full-time or part-time, to feel great as. a working mom or dad. Do you ever feel guilty that you have to work so much and can’t be

If you’ve never been on a Disney cruise with your family, it can seem a bit daunting. There are so many things to consider and because cruises are so unique compared to other types of vacations, it’s hard to know what to expect. Luckily, Today’s Parent is here to give you the lowdown. One of

Growth hormone deficiency affects 1 in 30,000 kids. Discover the signs to look for and when to talk to your doctor. Nathalie Kerr and her son James today Created for Nathalie Kerr first noticed something was not right about her son James’ growth when he and his twin sister were about nine months old. “There

In her role as Chief Mom Officer, the ‘Younger’ star has created a collection that’s equal parts adorable and affordable—with the cutest little shackets you’ve ever seen. Hilary Duff is a celebrity mom we can alllll relate to—from the hilarious anecdotes she shares about her kiddos (her three-year-old recently told her camp councillors that mom

As a white settler parent, I believe that it’s my responsibility to talk to my daughter about race and colonialism, and I try to take every opportunity I get. She has marched with me at rallies in support of Indigenous land rights, especially the Wet’suwet’en in BC and the people of Grassy Narrows First Nation

Excitement for the total solar eclipse is building by the day, but are you ready to watch this once-in-a-lifetime event with your family — safely? We at the St. Louis Children’s Hospital Eye Center have some tips and tricks to make sure everyone’s eyes are protected and no one misses a second of the action.

How can you ensure your child stays safe from heavy metal exposure? Dr. Trina Blythe discusses how the metals get into food and what you can do to keep your baby safe from heavy metals in their food. Discover better foods to feed your baby, learn how to prepare your child’s food to avoid heavy

Often our children don’t understand what is expected of them. Using the skill of Preventive Teaching helps a child know how to behave in any situation, reducing behavior problems. Learn more about this online parenting class by visiting http://www.smarterparenting.com/lesson/view/preventive-teaching

To build a more inclusive future, we must not shy away from having regular conversations with our kids about race, prejudice and diversity. With the death of the Queen, there has been much interest in Harry and Meghan’s return to the UK. Like many, I have been deeply saddened by the accounts of how Meghan

8-year-old Ava loves being outside, especially when she’s fishing and swimming with family and friends. At a routine checkup at 9 months, her pediatrician saw that the left side of her body was larger than her right, and an orthopedist confirmed her to have hemihypertrophy, which has a strong link to childhood cancer. An ultrasound

This step-by-step guide makes maintaining your child’s fringe (or your own!) a total breeze. Here’s exactly how to cut bangs. Straight, wavy or curly: Every type of mane looks good with a fringe. Plus, it’s a signature component of many popular hairstyles for boys and girls alike. “Now, you see a lot of little boys

Dr. Laura Markham of “Aha! Parenting” endorses The Parenting Junkie for her work including her focus on independent play. **Join Present Play before doors close, May 1! www.PresentPlay.com ** “Avital is a play wizard,” says Dr Laura Markham. She helps to design an environment where child led play is nourished and they can thrive which

New parents face conflicting advice on many fronts – but one area where doctors and the American Academy of Pediatrics agree is on creating the safest sleep environment for a baby. Mom and newborn medicine physician, Dr. Jagruti Anadkat, offers the latest advice from the AAP on safe sleep. Visit Children’s MomDocs (a blog by

New approaches are creating new ways for students to thrive Over the past couple of years, COVID-19 has upended almost every aspect of life, and the way private schools operate has been no exception. Although the pandemic caused massive disruption, it also sparked creativity and ingenuity. Private schools have developed an array of new ways