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Super-Simple (and Super Tasty!) Cake Pops

We consider ourselves experts in birthday planning hacks and tips (we did a deep dive into this subject last year, to create our Ultimate Guide to Kids’ Birthday Parties). We have to tell you—cake pops are the easiest sweet treat going. A storebought cake mix + storebought frosting + storebought sprinkles = a looks-like-homemade dessert the kiddos will love.

Do You Watch Your Mouth in Front of Your Kids?

In our generation, it was a very real threat that your mom or dad might wash your mouth out with soap if they heard you say a bad word. These days, it seems to vary by family. Some parents watch their Ps and Qs closely, while others teach their kids that what they hear is adult language that isn’t to be repeated. We don’t judge, but we are curious: Do you swear in front of your kids?

🗳 CAST YOUR VOTE

The results of last week’s poll:
Did you document your pregnancies and births differently with each child?

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Nope. I did the same thing for all my babies. (33.3%)
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ I tried to keep up with progress pics for friends and family. (25%)
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 I barely had time to pee after the first one, let alone take bump pictures. (33.3%)
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Other (8.3%)

CALLING ALL PARENTS! Take Our 2024 State of Parenthood Survey Now

At ParentsCanada, we make it our mission to give parents the information they need, when they need it. That’s why it is so important to us that we hear from you. Our 2024 State of Parenthood survey will take you only seven to 10 minutes, but it will give us valuable insight into how parenthood has changed and what our readers (you!) want.

Survey results will be shared in May, so be on the lookout.

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Can You Seriously Rub Booze on a Baby’s Sore Gums?

Oh, your mother-in-law is chirping in your ear, isn’t she? We’ve all heard it: Rub a little whiskey on a teething baby’s gums to soothe them and ease the pain.

We’re guessing you’ve already figured this out, but don’t give your baby booze. Full-stop. Sure, this was an at-home remedy back in the day, but we know better now. Infant formula Advil or Tylenol are your friends here, once your doctor has given you the go-ahead. You can also trying a frozen teething ring or a mesh fresh-food feeder with a frozen strawberry in it, once they are old enough for solids.

Wondering about other old wives’ tales? We’ve got you. Hit the button below to see six more debunked.