food nutrition

A baby with a huge smile shows off their two bottom teeth.

Breastfeeding and FormulaFood and NutritionSleep

Do I Have to Stop Night Feeding?

Q&A on cavities

Sep 27, 2023

Bottles of breast milk and a breast pump are arranged on a yellow cloth.

Breastfeeding and FormulaFood and Nutrition

What Causes High-Lipase Breast Milk?

Q&A on taste

Sep 13, 2023

A red rubber lobster is seen on a blue background.

AllergiesFood and Nutrition

How Do Allergies to Shellfish Work?

Q&A on exposure

Sep 13, 2023

An infant licks a piece of avocado and smiles.

Breastfeeding and FormulaFood and NutritionIntroducing Solids

Can My Baby Wean Before One Year?

Q&A on hiding formula

Sep 6, 2023

A close-up of a poppy seed bagel with cream cheese.

Drugs and AlcoholFood and NutritionSafety

Can Poppy Seed Bagels Cause Positive Drug Tests?

Q&A on risks

Aug 30, 2023

A close up of a person looking down at a bottle of olive oil while cooking.

Data LiteracyFood and Nutrition

Can You Really Make Your Baby Smarter By Eating a Mediterranean Diet?

Lessons from the latest panic headlines

Aug 28, 2023

A white bowl of milk contains two pieces of "o"-shaped cereal and a spoon, arranged to look like a smiley face.

Food and NutritionSafety

Should I Worry About BHT in My Kid's Cereal?

Q&A on butylated hydroxytoluene

Aug 23, 2023

A new parent smiles while holding their baby in an infant carrier outdoors.

Breastfeeding and FormulaMental HealthPostpartum Depression

Zuranolone and Breastfeeding

Q&A on causality

Aug 23, 2023

A breast pump and full bottle of milk sit on a stack of diapers against a blue background.

Breastfeeding and Formula

Is It Better to Breastfeed or Pump?

Q&A on benefits

Aug 9, 2023

A close-up of a lime in a fizzing seltzer drink.

Food and NutritionHealth and Wellness

Should I Quit Drinking Seltzer?

Q&A on bladder irritation

Aug 9, 2023

An overhead view of a clear glass digital scale on a white background.

Later Pregnancies

Food and NutritionHealth and Wellness

What Does the Research Say About Weight Gain During Pregnancy

Q&A on a doctor's advice

Aug 2, 2023

A close up of a person opening a red packet of artificial sweetener over a cup of coffee.

Food and NutritionHealth and WellnessSafety

Is Aspartame Really Linked to Cancer?

Panic headlines and the WHO's recent update

Jul 27, 2023

Frozen strawberries, a blender, and cup with a pink smoothie are arranged on a pink background.

Food and NutritionSafety

Should I Worry About the Recall of Frozen Fruit?

Q&A on listeria

Jul 26, 2023

Small child in pink dress sits on a toilet in a peach bathroom.

PoopPotty Training

The Best Potty Training Advice

Techniques, tips, and survey data

Jul 24, 2023

A child leans over a sink to drink water out of a kitchen tap.

Breastfeeding and FormulaSafety

How Worried Should I Be About Chemicals in Tap Water?

Q&A on exposure

Jul 19, 2023

A smiling baby sips formula from a bottle.

Breastfeeding and Formula

How Can I Get Rid of Guilt Around Formula Feeding?

Q&A on choices and respect

Jul 19, 2023

A freezer door shows bags and bottles of frozen breastmilk.

Breastfeeding and FormulaFood and NutritionSafety

Should I Throw Away Unused Thawed Breast Milk?

Q&A on freezing and refrigeration

Jul 14, 2023

A baby smiles and tilts head while being held.

Breastfeeding and FormulaFood and Nutrition

When Should I Stop Breastfeeding?

Q&A on weaning

Jul 7, 2023

An array of used tissues and cold medicines on a yellow background.

Breastfeeding and FormulaCommon IllnessesGenderVitamins, Medications, and Supplements

Why Aren't There Better Breastfeeding-Safe Medicines?

Q&A on colds

Jun 30, 2023

A lit cigarette smokes in an ashtray on a wooden table.

Breastfeeding and FormulaDrugs and Alcohol

Can I Smoke Socially While Breastfeeding?

Q&A on one pack a year

Jun 16, 2023

A baby on its tummy looks over at a full bottle attached to a manual breast pump.

Breastfeeding and FormulaFood and Nutrition

Is a Baby More Efficient than a Breast Pump?

Q&A on empty breasts

Jun 9, 2023

Shopper bends down to pick up a box of diapers in the diaper aisle of a big-box store.

Hygiene, Teeth Brushing, BathsPoop

What Diapers Should I Get for My Baby?

Q&A on cloth vs. disposable

Jun 9, 2023

Leftover pizza is sitting out on the counter.

Family ConflictFood and NutritionSafety

How Long Is It Safe to Leave Food Out of the Fridge?

Q&A on spoilage

Jun 2, 2023

A bright red training toilet sits on a shelf in front of a light blue wall with painted clouds.

Parenting TechniquesPoopPotty Training

Will My Kid Be Harder to Potty Train After Age Three?

Q&A on power struggles

Jun 2, 2023