Community Posts, Tips & Support on Children's Activities

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Christmas trees

And decorations in general! What is everyone doing? My little boy’s idea of a fun time is throwing and knocking over things so I’m apprehensive about having a Christmas tree this year. Especially as we usually have a real one. Any ideas? Not sure having one high up will work well either because we very much enjoy c...

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Keeping baby entertained!

So baby is nearly 6 months now and I’ve been trying to keep her as entertained as possible during the day. It is hard as I’m alone at home and try to things done as much as I can. Currently we go for walks every single day, she has lots of sensory toys and blocks and a little bouncer which stays in for 20 minutes m...

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Walks in North York

Hi North York! Are there any walking groups for moms to be or mom's in east end North York? Am looking for any free exercise based groups! Pic of my local ravine where I go for walks!

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Toys/activities

I’ve just come to the conclusion that my daughter is completely bored of the toys she does have. And realistically she really hasn’t got anything new and exciting since Christmas time. She tends to just self soothe most of the day by rocking on her hands and knees instead of playing. It’s kind of concerning to me bu...

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3 month old boredom

Any idea on how to entertain a 3 month old that will only nap 2 times a day

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How to discipline a 2.5yo

Any advice how to discipline a 2.5yo that doesn’t mind taking herself to the naughty step or happy to have time out in her room? She just finds me telling her no funny. I’m struggling!!!!

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Are they worth it?

Are stationary activity centers with it? She already has a high chair, two swings , a bumbo seat, and a play pen also a walker. Should i just save money and just add toys to the Play Pen or just get an activity set?

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Age appropriate shows?

My daughter 3 (4 in Dec) wants to be Miraculous Ladybug for Halloween, I mentioned to my mom she watches the show and she seen a costume and wants to be that. My mom gave me a whole spill about how it’s not appropriate for her age. My argument is she is seeing a girl superhero dressed as a ladybug and a cat sidekick...

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Activities

Avoiding screen time so please drop any indoor activities or toys that’s keeping your LO busy. TIA

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Books for 1 year old

Please can you help me! can anyone recommend some good books for my 1 year old? I have literally no idea what ones to get and I would like to read more to him but don't want to waste money. Thank you!

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Advice 3m flight

I am taking our 12 week old on flight next week any suggestions on thing that make easier and anything I may forget to pack. Flight will be 1.5hrs so nice and short.

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Toddlers & Disney Parks

I just need some opinions and if you have experience with it let me know how it was. For my sons 3rd birthday instead of a party I want to take him to Disneyland/California Adventure, my husband thinks he's to little and he won't remember it. My thing is he's into all the Disney/Pixar characters now (who knows if he...

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Southside buggy walks

I discovered from some comments on here that there are organised buggy walks that take place in the west end and I was wondering if anyone knows if there is similar in the south side?

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Present

Ideas of what presents to get a 1 year old for their birthday and Christmas??

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Christmas Present Ideas

Lots of family members are asking for ideas for our little boy who will be almost six months at Christmas and I have no idea what to suggest as we aren’t even getting him very much 🤷🏼‍♀️ Can anyone help please? Thinking development/long-term options.

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Moms who want to get active🚶‍♀️🏃🏼‍♀️

Looking for like mamas who want to get together for weekly group walks or runs!

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Teenagers Smoking weed in my block

Teenagers are smoking weed in my block and the smell is coming into my home. If I call the police they will know it's me as iv asked them not to smoke outside my place twice. They carry knives and don't want to be killed.

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Baby sensory

Does anyone know any baby sensory groups on the island or close by? We go to the library rhyme time but wanted to start my boy on some more!

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Christmas gift ideas

My little man is gonna be roughly 4.5 months old. What’s some good present ideas I could possibly get him? A picture with Santa Claus is a must haha

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My child refused to independent play

She wants to be on me at all times. She’s bothered if I use the phone, the bathroom or eat a meal. The only thing that will get her attention is the tv. She has so many toys and they are organized neatly several times a day for her to play and she would rather take my hair brush and run so I chase her. I do rotate t...

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