Family Life

Kids and comic conventions
Kids and comic conventions
May 17, 2013
Erik and his three-year-old daughter have a fantastic time exploring the Toronto Comic Arts Festival.
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CBC News For You - May 17
CBC News For You - May 17
May 17, 2013
Parenting stories that caught our eye: helicoptering parenting, Raffi and choirs.
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Chef Dad's homemade marshmallows!
Chef Dad's homemade marshmallows!
May 15, 2013
A perfect recipe for a long weekend. But no campfire for roasting? No problem, says Chef Dad!
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Play date idea: pasta necklaces
Play date idea: pasta necklaces
May 13, 2013
Jackie and the kids at her daycare make pretty pasta necklaces!
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Reading comics in school
Reading comics in school
May 10, 2013
Kids love comics! Many parents do, too, and now teachers are using them in the classroom.
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One mom's perfect day
One mom's perfect day
May 10, 2013
Vancouverite Kerry has clear ideas about Mother's Day: no brunch. Read her top 10 list!
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Video: Stanley Cup Playoffs!
Video: Stanley Cup Playoffs!
May 9, 2013
Patty helps Sid with his dream of being a hockey superstar and winning the Stanley Cup!
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10 books to celebrate mothers
10 books to celebrate mothers
May 9, 2013
Blogger and editor Tamara picks her 10 best books to celebrate the special women in our lives.
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Taking time out for mom
Taking time out for mom
May 9, 2013
As mother of a child with special needs, Beverley sometimes finds it hard to take care of herself.
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 How to have a great Mother's Day!
How to have a great Mother's Day!
May 9, 2013
Our friends at ParentsCanada have excellent tips on how to make this day extra special.
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Surviving
Surviving "No Screens Week"
May 3, 2013
Debbie's family went one week without TV, tablets, laptops or phones. How did they fare?
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How to build a greener lunch
How to build a greener lunch
May 1, 2013
ParentsCanada has great tips on how to give your kids an environmentally friendly lunch! 
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CBC News For You - April 26
CBC News For You - April 26
Apr 26, 2013
Parenting stories that caught our eye: diapers, kitchen literacy and sweet treats for mom.
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Craft: pretty paper flowers
Craft: pretty paper flowers
Apr 26, 2013
Momstown.ca makes a colourful flower garden - enjoy it inside or out!
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Play date: mosaic art project
Play date: mosaic art project
Apr 24, 2013
This vibrant mosaic project by Jackie and her Happy Hooligans brightens up any day!
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How I amaze my kids, and reduce, reuse and recycle
How I amaze my kids, and reduce, reuse and recycle
Apr 21, 2013
ParentsCanada writer Erin picks finds used toys for her kids.
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Craft: pizza cardboard Earth
Craft: pizza cardboard Earth
Apr 21, 2013
Momstown.ca gets crafty for Earth Day with this fun activity. It's great for kids and parents!
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Green, guilt and giving up toys
Green, guilt and giving up toys
Apr 19, 2013
Erik strives to set a good green example for his daughter, but she often teaches him instead!
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CBC News For You - April 19
CBC News For You - April 19
Apr 19, 2013
Parenting stories that caught our eye: kids' zumba, family cheeseburgers and grades.
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Craft: Spring trees plasticine art
Craft: Spring trees plasticine art
Apr 18, 2013
Our friends at momstown.ca were inspired by Barbara Reid's plasticine pictures.
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10 Kids' Books for Earth Day!
10 Kids' Books for Earth Day!
Apr 16, 2013
Earth Day is April 22! To celebrate, editor Tamara picked these 10 great books for kids.
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It's not easy being a green parent!
It's not easy being a green parent!
Apr 15, 2013
Fortunately, ParentsCanada has terrific tips on how you and your family can be eco-friendly.
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Talking to my child
Talking to my child
Apr 12, 2013
Bev shares her story on the amazing effect speech has had on her daughter with special needs.
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CBC News For You - April 12
CBC News For You - April 12
Apr 12, 2013
Parenting stories that caught our eye: parental leave, boys' bedrooms and gaming consoles.
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My Indo-Canadian Household
My Indo-Canadian Household
Apr 10, 2013
Blogger Niru is proud of her Indian heritage, and wants her kids to feel the same way!
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Play date idea: rocking birdies!
Play date idea: rocking birdies!
Apr 10, 2013
Jackie and the kids make colourful paper plate birds to ring in spring! They're easy, pretty and fun.
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15 wallet-friendly ways to be green
15 wallet-friendly ways to be green
Apr 8, 2013
ParentsCanada share tips on how to protect the environment without breaking the bank.
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"Real" books vs digital books
Apr 5, 2013
Dad Erik likes e-books, but when it comes to reading with his daughter, it's paper all the way.
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CBC News For You - April 5
CBC News For You - April 5
Apr 4, 2013
Parenting stories that caught our eye: premature babies, kids' fashion and head injuries.
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Craft: r is for rain
Craft: r is for rain
Apr 3, 2013
This rainy day craft from momstown.ca is a perfect spring activity for kids!
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