What’s the Difference Between Progestin and Progesterone?

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Q&A on hormones

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What’s the Difference Between Progestin and Progesterone?

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Should I Use Vaginal Estrogen Cream on My Face?

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Q&A on unconventional skin care

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Should I Use Vaginal Estrogen Cream on My Face?

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Should I Stop Taking Birth Control at Age 51?

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Q&A on menopause adjustments

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Should I Stop Taking Birth Control at Age 51?

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What Can I Do About Hemorrhoids?

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Q&A about treatment during pregnancy

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What Can I Do About Hemorrhoids?

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Emily Oster explains what causes hemorrhoids in pregnancy and postpartum, what the evidence says about effective treatments, and practical tips to ease pain, itching, and swelling naturally or with medical help.

How to Travel with Kids

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Advice for safer, smoother, and more enjoyable vacations

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How to Travel with Kids

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How to Travel with Kids

Traveling with little ones? Economist and parenting expert Emily Oster shares practical, data-backed tips on how to travel with a baby—stress-free and with joy.

Managing the Toddler Bed Transition

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When the right time is, and how to navigate the change

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Managing the Toddler Bed Transition

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Managing the Toddler Bed Transition

Emily Oster explains when and how to transition your child from a crib to a toddler bed, with tips for safety and a smooth bedtime routine.

Is It Normal to Not Get Your Period?

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And when to see your doctor about it

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Is It Normal to Not Get Your Period?

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Is Listeria Becoming More Common?

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Recalls and when to worry

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Is Listeria Becoming More Common?

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Are There Long-Term Risks of Tonsil Removal?

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Q&A on tonsillectomies

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Are There Long-Term Risks of Tonsil Removal?

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Does a Nut Allergy Increase Your Chances of Other Reactions?

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Q&A on early introduction

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Does a Nut Allergy Increase Your Chances of Other Reactions?

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Can You Get Pregnant Once Menopause Starts?

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Q&A on birth control needs

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Can You Get Pregnant Once Menopause Starts?

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Why Is It So Hard to See an Endocrinologist?

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Q&A on getting an appointment

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Why Is It So Hard to See an Endocrinologist?

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Will GLP-1s Increase My Cancer Risk?

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Q&A on BRCA1

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Will GLP-1s Increase My Cancer Risk?

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How Concerned Should I Be About Parvovirus B19?

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Q&A on pregnancy and risk

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How Concerned Should I Be About Parvovirus B19?

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All About Car Seats

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When to turn them around, and when to stop using them at all

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All About Car Seats

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All About Car Seats

Emily Oster answers key questions about car seat safety, including when to turn to front facing and when kids can stop using boosters.