Posts by Jessica Sharpe, Author at Motherly
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Jessica Sharpe

I am a research scientist turned science writer with a master’s degree in environmental science. I spent time working on a Ph.D. in public health at UC Irvine School of Medicine before pivoting to writing. I am currently a graduate student in the Johns Hopkins University Science Writing Program. https://science-mama.com/

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4 reasons to travel with your kids—even if you think they won’t remember it

"Even though traveling with kids requires a lot of planning and time commitment, I’ve found that the memories we come home with always make it worth it."

Updated Feb. 22, 2024
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The Marshall Fire forever changed the way I parent

Blindsided by the effects of a natural disaster, my son walked away with an unshakeable fear of the unknown—and I’ve spent months working with therapists on how to help him feel safe in this world again.

Updated Dec. 22, 2022
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