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From earning allowances to crushing savings goals, here’s what kids and teens achieved in 2024! 

Whether your family wants to pay down debt or save for a dream vacation, here are seven money New Year’s resolutions to make in 2025.

Learn how kids and teens can stay within their budget and still enjoy the holiday season without taking on debt.

Whether it’s volunteering, making a donation, or making someone’s day brighter, here’s 15 ways you can give back on Giving Tuesday.

Here is how to talk to kids and teens about money problems in a reassuring way.

When emotions run high, some people turn to retail therapy. Understanding what emotional spending is and how to cope can help teens control their money.

X, previously Twitter, is a popular social media platform, but is it safe for your kids, tweens, and teenagers? Here’s what parents need to know.

Online shopping is increasingly common. Here’s some tips for kids and teens to stay safe when you shop online.

Here are seven ways to involve your kids and teens in trimming your spending, without sacrificing family fun. 

Teens don’t need to go far to find super cheap clothing. But what is the real cost of fast fashion?

Giving lucky money is part of celebrating Lunar New Year. Here’s what you need to know about the etiquette with giving red envelopes.

Social media influencers come in all shapes, sizes, and ages. Here are 15 of the most interesting teen influencers to follow.

You’ve got your own unique style. And you want to express it! Here’s how to add colour, texture, and light to your bedroom without blowing your budget.

If the price tag of a family vacation seems more expensive these days, you’re not wrong. Here’s how to fit a getaway into your family budget.

How much does it cost to care for a dog or cat in Canada? You may be surprised. Here’s how to budget for your family pet.

Why do women pay more for the same goods and services than men do? It could be because of the pink tax.

If your kid or teen is impulse buying, don’t fret. Here’s why it happens and some tips to help avoid impulse spending.

Taking action against climate change can be daunting at any age, especially for kids and teens. Meet 8 Canadian activist teens who are fighting for a better future.

Like double denim and bodysuits, thrifting is back in style. Here’s 10 tips on how to thrift for secondhand fashion like a pro.

In honour of International Womens’ Day 2023 we’re featuring three incredible teens who are blazing their own trail and making a difference.

Need help defining weekly chores for your kids? Read on for some ideas, plus tips for keeping on top of what’s been accomplished.

How much screen time is too much? We share tips on how to manage screen time for kids and teens and ways to model healthy digital behaviour.

Confused about what your kids and teens get up to in the metaverse? Never fear! We’re here to help decode the metaverse.

Is your teen is ready to get their driver’s license and get behind the wheel? Here’s what parents need to know about choosing a driving school in Canada.

Teach these three life skills to kids with disabilities to promote independence while keeping them safe at home and in the community.

Having a parent as an ally can be affirming for LGBTQ2S+ kids. Here’s how you can show your allyship and support your queer child or teen.

Wonder how to talk to kids about mental health? Find out what mental health is, how to talk about it, and ways to help kids maintain mental wellness.

Giving feels good and it’s good for us. Teaching kids why and how to give to others or a charity is as important as teaching them to eat their veggies.

The best prom ever doesn’t have to be expensive. With a little creativity and some DIY skills, you can create the perfect prom night. Here are our top prom budgeting tips for teens.

What is a gap year? Learn about taking a gap year before university, including the pros and cons of a gap year after high school, how to spend your gap year, and gap year finance.

Your kids and their friends love Roblox, so you probably want to know more about it. Here’s how the money elements and safety features work in this blockbuster multiplayer game.

Got a child who wants YouTube stardom? Here’s everything parents and guardians need to know about creating a YouTube channel for kids and teens.

One of the best ways kids can learn financial literacy is to put their knowledge into practice by earning their own money through chores and household tasks.

We share useful tips, ideas and resources for explaining climate change facts for kids in a way that helps foster clarity, conversation, and action.

If you’re thinking about helping your teen buy their first car, here are the important facts and tips you need to know.

Spring is the perfect time for kids to help with a few chores around the house. Here are our favourite tips and a checklist to get kids and teens involved in spring cleaning chores.

With winter comes some specific chores to do around the home. Get kids involved with these fun tasks that help teach independence and financial responsibility.

Parents deserve a March break too! Enter to win a $300 DoorDash gift card with Mydoh.

Should kids with disabilities do household chores? For many, the answer is: absolutely! Here’s how parents can support their tweens and teens, along with tips from those who have done it.

Learn simple tips on how you can make delicious healthy meals for your family and still save money on groceries.

Before you give your kids a free pass on doing chores, here are some valuable life skills your kids and teens can learn through household chores.

Mydoh is excited to share the new product features our team is working on. These updates will help parents navigate the Mydoh app, and raise money-smart kids.

Knowing how to negotiate is a valuable skill with lifelong benefits. Help your kids and teens master the art of negotiation with these useful tips.

Gamification can help kids and teens learn how to save money without it ever feeling like a chore. Turn saving money into a game with these tips.

Looking for boredom-busting ideas? These fun, cheap winter activities will help to keep your bodies moving and warm while getting in some quality family time.

Teaching kids how to practice gratitude has tremendous benefits. Here’s how parents can teach kids and teens to be grateful and appreciate what they have.

YouTube is one of the most popular video streaming social platforms driven by independent creators. Here’s what parents need to know about navigating it safely.

Chances are your teen is playing multiplayer games online. Here’s what parents need to know to feel secure about adolescents engaging in multiplayer games.

Learn why kids and teens should have an allowance, the different types, and the pros and cons of getting paid for chores.

We break down what in-app purchases are and how to have honest conversations with your kids about how to navigate in-app purchases successfully.

Facebook is a popular social media platform, but is it safe for your kids and teenagers? Here’s our top Facebook safety tips for parents.

Instagram is a photo-sharing social media app popular with kids. But is it safe for tweens and teens to use? Here’s our best Instagram advice for parents.

If kids aren’t recording TikTok dances, they’re snapping with friends, or gaming online. Learn how to set healthy social media boundaries with your tween and teen.

We know it’s not easy to talk to your kids about cyberbullying. Here’s some tips for parents on how to help your child stay safe online and prevent online bullying.

Gaming is a huge part of life for many tweens and teens. Here’s what parents need to know about video games and how they can keep their kids safe.

With the Mydoh Smart Cash Card kids can safely spend their own money in-store and online up to the allowable limits, and parents get complete oversight.

There are a few different ways to pay your kids and teens their allowance. Here’s what you need to know.

What daily chores should your kids be doing? Read on for ideas, plus tips on how to manage household chores and pay out allowance.

Teens use social media apps to connect with their friends and express their creativity. If your kid is on social media, here’s everything parents need to know.

Mydoh unveils its new brand design. Follow the design journey and how the creative team landed on a logo that expresses the Mydoh Money app for kids and parents.

If your teen is struggling with back to school, we’ve got your back. Here are tips on creating a healthy daily routine for students to set them up for success.

Kids who do chores gain important values, life skills, and money habits. Find out how, plus discover a list of common household chores for your kids.

Snapchat is one of the most popular social networks used by tweens and teens, but is it safe for kids? Here’s what parents need to know about Snapchat.

Many Canadians embrace sustainable living. So, Mydoh has teamed up with GarbageDay to help kids learn when to donate, when to recycle, and when to trash it.

We help you make sense of chores and allowance so you can start the conversation with your tweens and teens with confidence.

Not sure where to start when it comes to household chores? From age-appropriate chore lists to printable chore charts, this guide will help you get set up.

WhatsApp is a popular messenger app, but is it safe for kids, tweens, and teens? Here’s what parents need to know.

Kids and teenagers are using social media more than ever. We list the pros and cons of social media and how parents can help kids engage safely.

TikTok is the hot new social network among tweens and teens. But what exactly is it? Here’s what you need to know about TikTok and whether it’s safe for kids.

Mydoh Earn is focused on helping kids learn the value of earning a dollar with real-world experience. Within the app, parents can easily set up tasks for kids, pay them for completing those tasks and set a weekly allowance.

Raise money-smart kids with Mydoh, the money management app for parents and kids!

We show you how Mydoh can help teens earn, spend, and save their own money.

Teach your kids responsibility and money skills by paying them to help out with summer chores around the house, garden, and cottage.

Doing chores can boost your kids’ bank balance. Did you know chores also build life skills and boost mental health? Here are spring chores for kids and teens.

For those wondering how shopping local can help your community, we’ve put together some of our favourite reasons. Learn how to get your kids involved and teach them the importance of shopping locally.

While the thought is promising, trying to understand the differences in the Canadian school system and curriculum may be confusing and sometimes stressful. Mydoh is here to help navigate this sometimes daunting topic.