Toddler & Preschooler Articles

  • 5 Cheap Family Valentine's Day Activities

    5 Cheap Family Valentine's Day Activities

    Don’t let commercialism take precedence on a day dedicated to love! This Valentine’s Day, keep things easy, affordable and unique with...

  • 20 Classic Books for Kids

    20 Classic Books for Kids

    These tried-and-true titles comforted and entertained us as kids, making them perfect to share with your little ones...

  • Should You Have a Chicken Pox Party?

    Should You Have a Chicken Pox Party?

    Chicken pox conjures up (icky) memories of being covered in itchy spots, reluctantly soaking in a tub of (icky) oatmeal and then being slathered with (icky) calamine lotion afterward. I caught it from the...

  • 6 Ways to Volunteer as a Family

    6 Ways to Volunteer as a Family

    Families are busier than ever, but if volunteering is on your list of resolutions, why not jump in and take the kids along for the ride? Studies on family volunteering reveal impressive benefits for kids...

  • Our Favourite Toys for 2011

    Our Favourite Toys for 2011

    With so many amazing toys to pick from for the special little person on your list, holiday shopping can be a bit overwhelming. We went straight to the source and got toy recommendations from the...

  • 10 Tips for Breastfeeding in Public

    10 Tips for Breastfeeding in Public

    Breastfeeding mothers and their babies shouldn’t feel they have to stay home – hey, they want to enjoy the same activities as anyone else! Current recommendations are to breastfeed exclusively for six...

  • 10 Tips for Breastfeeding After Returning to Work

    10 Tips for Breastfeeding After Returning to Work

    Most Canadian mothers are eligible for about a year at home with our babies while our jobs are held for us. For some, though, finances or personal...

  • How to Get Your Kids Out the Door in 30 Minutes or Less

    How to Get Your Kids Out the Door in 30 Minutes or Less

    I have to admit, I am not the best at getting my kids out the door. We were always a good 15 minutes late for preschool, which is why we opted for...

  • 13 Tips for Nursing During Pregnancy and Beyond

    13 Tips for Nursing During Pregnancy and Beyond

    Congratulations! The pregnancy test confirms what you suspected — a new baby is on the way. You’re excited but can’t help...

  • 20 Lunch Containers We Love

    20 Lunch Containers We Love

    Back to school means back to lunches! And packing lunches can be easy if you enlist the help of your children and have a lunch bag that is fit for the job. The selection this year is bigger than ever – so...

  • How to Prepare a Toddler for Kindergarten

    How to Prepare a Toddler for Kindergarten

    As September approaches, it’s time to start getting the kids ready for school. But what if it’s their first time? For the most part...

  • Should My Toddler Take Swimming Lessons?

    Should My Toddler Take Swimming Lessons?

    I signed my daughter up for swim class when she was two years old. I felt pressured because many of my friends had been taking their babies swimming when they were as young as six months old, and I really wanted...

  • Backyard Movie Party Ideas

    Backyard Movie Party Ideas

    Looking to try something new with the family this summer? Start up a brand-new tradition with outdoor movie nights! Whether it’s in your front yard or backyard, it will create lasting summer memories for...

  • Our Favourite Summer Toys

    Our Favourite Summer Toys

    Sun-filled days and no more school calls for some great summer toys! Here's a collection of our picks    

  • 10 Tips for Successful Backyard Picnics

    10 Tips for Successful Backyard Picnics

    For many families, finding inexpensive forms of entertainment to pass summer days is a must, and a simple picnic can be an economical adventure right in your own backyard! You needn’t go far in order to...




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