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Three pre-teen friends stand next to each other in colorful pajamas and fuzzy slippers at a slumber party.

Health and WellnessSexual Wellness

Are Kids Really Starting Their Periods Younger?

Q&A on puberty

Nov 1, 2023

A person shopping in a grocery store adds a bottle of oil to their shopping bag.

Cooking and RecipesFood and NutritionHealth and WellnessSafety

What Are Seed Oils, And Are They Bad For You?

Evidence vs. those inflammatory headlines

Oct 30, 2023

A parent hugs their children during school drop off.

Family DynamicsK-12 EducationMental HealthParenting Techniques

How Much Should Parents Help Their Kids With School?

The benefits of struggling

Oct 26, 2023

A kid in a skeleton costume holding a pumpkin-shaped bowl of candy.

Food and Nutrition

What's the Data on Halloween Candy?

Q&A on sugar

Oct 25, 2023

A pregnant person and spouse kiss in bed.

Medical CareSafetySexual Wellness

Do I Really Need Pelvic Rest With a Placenta Previa?

Q&A on intimacy

Oct 25, 2023

An over the shoulder shot of a parent breastfeeding a baby.

Breastfeeding and FormulaChronic Conditions

Does Breastfeeding Increase the Risk of Colorectal Cancer?

Q&A on the latest panic headline

Oct 25, 2023

Four tablespoons of various kinds of salt are pictured on a marble background.

Fitness, Exercise, and Running

How Much Sodium Do I Need?

Q&A on electrolyte drinks

Oct 25, 2023

Yellow and pink menstrual pads are arranged in a checkerboard pattern.

Hygiene, Teeth Brushing, BathsSexual Wellness

Better Know Your Menstrual Products

The data on pads, tampons, menstrual cups, period underwear, and more

Oct 23, 2023

Family ConflictFamily Dynamics

Parenting Through Divorce

The Ultimate "No Option C"

Oct 19, 2023

A fancy pink decorated egg illustrates the concept of "high-quality eggs" for fertility.

Later Pregnancies

Health and WellnessMedical CareVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

Is It Possible to Improve My Egg Quality?

Q&A on fertility

Oct 18, 2023

A baby cries on their parent's shoulder during daycare drop-off.

Early Childhood EducationInfant Care

What Should I Do About Unbearable Preschool Drop-offs?

Q&A on tears

Oct 18, 2023

Close-up of several colorful kitchen sponges.

Food and NutritionHygiene, Teeth Brushing, BathsSafety

How Worried Should I Be About Bacteria on Kitchen Sponges?

Q&A on that musty smell

Oct 18, 2023

A doctor puts a bandaid on the arm of a pregnant person who has just gotten a COVID vaccine.

Breastfeeding and FormulaCOVIDVaccinations

How Much COVID Protection Will My Baby Get from Breastfeeding?

Q&A on immunity

Oct 18, 2023

An infant at a daycare smiles while playing with other babies and toys.

Early Childhood EducationInfant CareParental LeaveWork

Is Day Care Bad for Children?

What the research really says

Oct 16, 2023

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Health and WellnessMedical Care

An Owner’s Manual for Breasts

What to expect after you're done expecting

Oct 12, 2023

A woman looks into the mirror and rubs her temple as her baby grabs her toothbrush.

Mental HealthPostpartum Depression

Is Mom Brain Real?

Q&A on when to worry

Oct 11, 2023

A baby pulls themself up to stand at a bench.

Childhood Developmental MilestonesHealth and Wellness

Should I Worry if My Baby Isn't Walking?

Q&A on milestones

Oct 11, 2023

A small child smiles and holds up bubble-covered hands while washing their hands.

Common IllnessesHygiene, Teeth Brushing, Baths

How Often Should I Make My Kids Wash Their Hands?

Q&A on germs

Oct 11, 2023

Two children pretend to give anesthesia to their teddy bear before surgery.

Medical CareSafety

Should I Get a General Anesthetic for My C-Section?

Q&A on pain management

Oct 11, 2023

An illustration of a head, with the top opening up to reveal a rainbow of colors against a blue background.

Data and StatisticsEconomics/PoliticsFamily DynamicsFitness, Exercise, and Running

I Hit My Head and Learned Three Lessons

Combating fear, making backups, and showing up for yourself

Oct 10, 2023

Graphic for ParentData podcast shows a crib, the bars of which are arranged into a graph, in a blue room.

AllergiesFood and Nutrition

Introducing Allergens

What We've Been Getting Precisely Wrong

Oct 5, 2023

A toddler tries to open their sleeping parent's eyes at night.

SleepSleep Training

How Do I Keep My Preschooler In Bed at Night?

Q&A on sleep re-training

Oct 4, 2023

A group of teens huddles together during a basketball game.

ExtracurricularsK-12 EducationSexual Wellness

Do High School Sports Really Reduce Unplanned Pregnancy?

Q&A on girls' sports

Oct 4, 2023

A bottle, scoop, and can of formula are seen on a yellow background.

Breastfeeding and Formula

Is the Baby Brezza Safe to Use?

Q&A on formula measurements

Oct 4, 2023