Jessica D'Argenio Waller, MS, CNS, LDN

Jessica D’Argenio Waller, MS, CNS, LDN, is Motherly’s Editorial Director and a licensed and board-certified clinical nutritionist with a focus on women’s health. Jessica received her bachelor's degree in Economics and Art History from McGill University and holds a Masters of Science degree in Integrative Nutrition and Herbal Medicine from Maryland University of Integrative Health. She has an advanced certification for personalized nutrition from the Board of Certified Nutrition Specialists. In addition to directing content and editorial strategy for Motherly, Jessica’s health and wellness writing has been published in Well + Good, Verywell Health, Brit + Co., Scary Mommy, Girls’ Life magazine, and The Beet. A mom of two, she’s passionate about finding new recipes for healthyish comfort foods her kids will actually eat, sustainable fashion, and the NYT crossword.

Children's Health

I’m a nutritionist: Here’s what I pack in my kids’ school lunches

Always striving for balance–and trying (and failing) to get them to eat the crust.

Women's Health

More moms than ever are having babies over 45, CDC finds. Here’s why that’s huge

A look at the rising trend of later-in-life moms.

Parenting

How to help your child become a healthy achiever—while avoiding ‘toxic achievement culture’

In an exclusive Q&A, reporter and author Jennifer Breheny Wallace explains.

Baby Health

The first year: Your baby’s health from A to Z

From colds and colic to rashes and vaccines, consider this your just-in-case guide.

Children's Health

Flame retardants ‘widely detected’ in U.S. breast milk, study shows

In 100% of the samples tested, researchers found some level of 25 different types of brominated flame retardants (BFRs). Here’s what to know.

It's Science

Study shows fathers are key in supporting breastfeeding and safe sleep

But most dads surveyed weren’t up to date on best practices.

Women's Health

New blood test to predict preeclampsia receives FDA approval

Preeclampsia is estimated to affect 1 in 25 pregnancies in the US.

Baby Health

The first 12 months: Your baby’s growth and weight

So much can change from month to month. Here’s what you can expect.

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

A dermatologist shares the 10 sunscreen rules we always forget

Now’s not the time to relax on your sunscreen routine.

Women's Health

Do you need a Kegel trainer?

They might make Kegels more fun, but they're not right for everyone, our experts say.

Women's Health

What to know about air quality alerts and pregnancy

Air quality alerts aren’t to be ignored—especially if you’re pregnant.

News

Know your rights: 6 facts about the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act and PUMP Act

Two new laws offer more protections for pregnant and pumping women at work.