Kid-Friendly Rock Climbing Gyms in Toronto and the GTA
Kids climbing the walls at home? Get them out of the house this winter to scale the walls at these rock-climbing…
Classes and Programs
MORE >
New Kids’ Cooking Camps Launch Across Toronto/GTA
Summer camp has gone next-level. We have progressed so far beyond friendship bracelets and tie-dye t-shirts, that…
7 Fun Summer Programs for Your Camp or Child-Care Centre
Keep kids active and having a blast all summer with these awesome summer programs and field trips for camps and…
Get Your Groove Back with Mommy-and-Me Exercise Classes in Toronto
Have fun with your baby or child and stay in shape! Whether you want to get your pre-pregnancy body back or you’re…
Birthday Parties
MORE >
The Ultimate Birthday Party Planning Checklist
Planning a party? Make it easy with our printable birthday party planning checklist. Everything you need to do…
The Ultimate List of Experience Gift Ideas for Kids
What to buy for the kid who simply doesn’t need more toys? Whether it’s you own child and the toys are piling…
75 Loot Bag Ideas for Kids’ Birthday Parties
Looking for loot-bag ideas? Behold our ultimate, mega-list of creative loot-bag ideas! 75 non-edible, plastic-junk-free,…
17 DIY Backyard Birthday Party Ideas for Kids
Got a kid with a summer birthday? Here are 20 awesome party themes for boys and girls of all ages that you can…
Camps
MORE >
Girls’ Summer STEM Camps To Book Now
This post is sponsored, but the opinions expressed are our own. Help! We’ve Got Kids is a free resource, supported…
New Kids’ Cooking Camps Launch Across Toronto/GTA
Summer camp has gone next-level. We have progressed so far beyond friendship bracelets and tie-dye t-shirts, that…
Going Beyond the Classroom at French Summer Camp
This post is sponsored, but the opinions expressed are our own. Help! We’ve Got Kids is a free resource, supported…
Education
MORE >
What You Should Know Before Considering French Immersion
Are you considering French immersion for your child? You may have lots of questions, and you won’t be alone. Here…
Thoughtful Thank-You Gifts for Teachers
As the end of the school year approaches, a list of the best gifts for teachers—from teachers themselves!
Back-To-School Checklist for Parents
Get a jump on the new school year with our back-to-school checklist for parents. Everything you need to prepare…
What Your Child’s Teacher Wants To Tell You
Parents: here’s what teachers really want to tell you about your child, about school, and about being your child’s…
Family Fun
MORE >
Best Summer Pick-Your-Own Farms Near Toronto
These pick-your-own farms in and around the Greater Toronto Area have crops ripe for the picking, including raspberries,…
25+ Things To Do in Toronto for March Break 2020
Our top picks for March Break this year in Toronto: live theatrical shows, dance, concerts, museum with special…
Toronto New Year’s Eve 2020 Guide for Kids and Family
New Year’s Eve is for kids, too! If you’re looking for a fun way to ring in the New Year with your children…
12 Things To Do During Winter Break with Kids in Toronto
Looking for family fun during the winter break? Or a bit of a break for Mom and Dad? Here are 31 ideas for family…
Shopping and Services
MORE >
Toronto’s Best Holiday Markets and Christmas Craft Fairs 2019
Find one-of-a-kind gifts for kids, moms, dads, and grandparents this year at Toronto’s best artisan and handmade…
The Ultimate List of Experience Gift Ideas for Kids
What to buy for the kid who simply doesn’t need more toys? Whether it’s you own child and the toys are piling…
The Best Children’s Bookstores in Toronto
In the era of tablets and e-readers, is reading actual books becoming obsolete? Not if these Toronto shops have…
Cool Fall Jackets for Kids
Find out what’s new in fall jackets for kids for 2015. The best of casual and stylish outerwear for girls and boys:…
Family Fitness
MORE >
Toronto’s 5 Best Biking Trails for Kids
Biking with your kids in Toronto doesn’t have to mean riding on busy city streets. There are plenty of spots away…
Kid-Friendly Rock Climbing Gyms in Toronto and the GTA
Kids climbing the walls at home? Get them out of the house this winter to scale the walls at these rock-climbing…
Get Your Groove Back with Mommy-and-Me Exercise Classes in Toronto
Have fun with your baby or child and stay in shape! Whether you want to get your pre-pregnancy body back or you’re…
RBC Learn To Play Project Helps Kids Develop Skills for Life
Only 5 per cent of Canadian children and youth get enough daily physical activity. RBC aims to change that with…
Recipes and Food
MORE >
10 Tips for Quick & Easy Packed Lunches
Tired of packing school lunches? Don’t do it—have the kids make their own! Try this and our other insider tips…
What’s In Your Lunchbox? Tips for Packing Safe School Lunches
As you send your child off to school, you’ve got 101 things to think about. Just one of those is school lunches….
What’s In Your Lunchbox? Tips for Packing Safe School Lunches
As you send your child off to school, you’ve got 101 things to think about. Just one of those is school lunches….
30 Meal-Prep Hacks and Time-Saving Tips for Faster Family Dinners
We could all use these time-saving tips, but for parents, they’re lifesavers! Here are 30 ways to hack your family…
Holidays
MORE >
Toronto New Year’s Eve 2020 Guide for Kids and Family
New Year’s Eve is for kids, too! If you’re looking for a fun way to ring in the New Year with your children…
Toronto’s Best Holiday Markets and Christmas Craft Fairs 2019
Find one-of-a-kind gifts for kids, moms, dads, and grandparents this year at Toronto’s best artisan and handmade…
In-Person Santa Visits in 2020 – What’s On and What’s Cancelled in Toronto & GTA
Most years, you can drop in at nearly any shopping mall or holiday event leading up to December 25 for a photo…
Parenting
MORE >
How To Teach Kids About Remembrance Day
How to help kids understand the significance of Remembrance Day. Seven meaningful activities appropriate for school-age…
Thoughtful Thank-You Gifts for Teachers
As the end of the school year approaches, a list of the best gifts for teachers—from teachers themselves!
5 Benefits of Hosting an Exchange Student
Hosting an exchange student can benefit your family in a number of ways—and you may even score free childcare…
7 Small Acts of Kindness Kids Can Perform
Not sure what to do for Good Turn Week? Here are seven things kids can do to help others, put a smile on someone’s…
House and Home
MORE >
6 Easy and Inexpensive Shoe Storage Solutions
Start your spring cleaning by organizing your family’s shoes that always seem to pile up by the front door or…
40+ Ways to Enjoy Cold Weather Days with Kids
When the temperature drops and everyone starts to get a bit stir-crazy, it’s time to refer to this list of 50 fun…
Tips for Creating the Purr-fect Family Home for a New Cat
Smart tips for introducing a new cat into your family home.
ABCs of Deep Cleaning + a Giveaway from OxiClean™
Get back in the swing of back-to-school laundry with tips from OxiClean, plus a product giveaway.
Travel
MORE >
Our 10 Favourite Things To Do with Kids in Niagara Falls
The majesty of Niagara Falls hasn’t changed since you were a kid, but the attractions have! Check out our favourite…
21 Travel Toys and Games for Kids
The best travel toys and games for young kids. Keep toddlers and younger kids entertained on long car trips this…
Summer Fun
MORE >
Best Summer Pick-Your-Own Farms Near Toronto
These pick-your-own farms in and around the Greater Toronto Area have crops ripe for the picking, including raspberries,…
The Best Water Parks and Wave Pools in the Toronto Area
Beat the summer heat at a water park or wave pool. Check out our list of the best places to splash with kids in…
Day Out With Thomas 2019 On Its Way to the GTA!
This post is sponsored, but the opinions expressed are our own. Help! We’ve Got Kids is a free resource, supported…
The 2019 All-New Circus Show To See This Summer
This summer, one of the most kid-friendly, exciting, and budget-friendly family attractions in the Toronto area…
Blogs
MORE >
Conflicted Over Saint Nick: Santa Claus is a Big, Fat Lie
Is it okay to lie to kids about Santa? Or to use him to keep kids from being naughty? And is it fair that Santa…
Winter Baby Essentials: Cold-Weather Gear for Babies and Moms
Having a winter baby? As she gears up for her second baby in January, Shannon shares all the things she wishes…
10 Things You Should Actually Do While Pregnant
Forget useless advice like “stock up on sleep”! Here are 10 things you need to do now, while pregnant, and before…
13 Signs It’s Not Your First Pregnancy
This isn’t your first rodeo—and it shows! You’ve likely got less time, more obligations, and some unexpected…
Baby and Pregnancy
MORE >
13 Signs It’s Not Your First Pregnancy
This isn’t your first rodeo—and it shows! You’ve likely got less time, more obligations, and some unexpected…
6 Smart Financial Tips for New Parents
We’ve all heard the numbers: babies and kids cost a lot over the years. But savvy parents can find thousands of…
Misconceptions about Conception
When it comes to the science behind trying to get pregnant, a recent study shows that women today may not be getting…
Style
MORE >
6 Tools Moms Need for Fast and Fabulous Holiday Hair
Five tools busy moms can use for quick and elegant hair for holiday parties, picture-taking, and New Year’s Eve…
Family Health
MORE >
7 Tips for Providing the Nutrients Your Kids Need
Are your kids getting all the calcium and other nutrients they need? Probably not, according to studies. Here are…
10 Car Sickness Remedies and Prevention Tips for Kids
If your children are prone to motion sickness on car trips, these 10 tips for preventing and treating nausea can…
Toronto JK Kids Can Get Free Eye Exams and Glasses this Summer
Important news for all Ontario parents: JK kids can get free exams before school starts, beginning July 1, 2014….
Toys Gear
MORE >
The Best Children’s Bookstores in Toronto
In the era of tablets and e-readers, is reading actual books becoming obsolete? Not if these Toronto shops have…
Best Durable Kids’ Backpacks for School
We love stylish back-to-school gear, but a dependable, well-made backpack is a must, too. They’re the safest option…
Get Home Faster with the TomTom GO 500 GPS + Enter to Win!
Want to spend less time in traffic and more time with your family? We tested the TomTom GO 500 GPS unit with that…
Awesome Children’s Music that Parents Will Enjoy Too
Looking for kids’ music that doesn’t suck? Luckily there are lots of great options out there these days. Here are…