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Q&A on pain management
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Is there a real link between epidurals and autism? Emily Oster breaks down the original study that raised concerns, explains why its findings were likely misleading, and reviews newer research and meta-analyses showing no evidence that epidurals increase autism risk.
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Q&A on milestones and sleep safety
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When do babies roll over, and how does it affect sleep safety? Pediatrician Kelly Fradin explains the typical age range for rolling, early signs to watch for, what’s normal (and not), and how rolling changes swaddling and safe sleep practices.
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Q&A on development
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Pediatrician Kelly Fradin explains which developmental milestones matter most in early childhood, why wide timing ranges are normal, and which key skills doctors watch closely to support healthy growth in babies and toddlers.
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Q&A on safety
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Do you really need to toddler-proof your home? Emily Oster breaks down the data on toddler safety, what risks are worth prioritizing, and which toddler-proofing steps may be unnecessary overkill.
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Q&A on discipline
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Is spanking children effective or harmful? A data-driven look at how spanking impacts behavior and mental health, how common it still is, and what research-backed discipline strategies work better—without physical punishment.
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Q&A on boundary setting
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Emily Oster explains evidence-based ways to handle a temper tantrum, focusing on consistent boundary setting, what to do (and not do) during a meltdown, and how tantrums fade over time.
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A midwife’s guide to why the check-in is essential — and how to make the most of it
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A midwife explains why the postpartum visit matters, what to expect at your postpartum checkup, and how this essential visit supports physical recovery, mental health, feeding, and long-term maternal well-being.
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Q&A on treatment options
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Kelly Fradin explains how to treat diaper rash quickly, compares common rash treatments, and outlines when symptoms become severe enough to call your pediatrician.
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Causes, treatment, and prevention
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Emily Oster explains nipple pain during breastfeeding—common causes like latch issues, tongue tie, and vasospasm, plus evidence-based treatments to relieve pain and heal faster.
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Q&A on evidence-based tips
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Ann Ledbetter shares evidence-based guidance on C-section recovery, including when to move after surgery, how long to rest, pain management options, and best practices for cesarean scar care.
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Q&A on development
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Emily Oster explains when baby smiling becomes social, how to tell real smiles from reflex ones, and what early smiling means for newborn development.
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Goals of the appointments and how to prepare for them
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What happens at a baby’s well visit from birth to 18 months? A pediatrician explains baby’s first doctor visit, milestones, vaccines, and how to prepare.
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Your questions answered
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How often should you bathe a newborn? Learn when to bathe, whether you need soap or a tub, and how to make newborn baths less stressful.
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Q&A on evening tears
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Is the witching hour real? Learn why baby crying in the evening is so common, what the research says, and how parents can cope.
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Q&A on vaccination
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