Stephanie Loomis Pappas

Stephanie Loomis Pappas is a professor turned stay-at-home parent committed to debunking all of the bad parenting advice on the internet. She started snackdinner.com to remind Googling parents that whatever they're doing, they're doing just fine.

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

Actually, you don’t have to pump and dump

Current AAP guidelines state that up to one drink per day is not known to be harmful to the infant.

Updated Jul. 06, 2022

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby Feeding Tips, Women's Health

Life

The scientific reason why wearing leggings every day could make you a better parent

It's all about reducing decision fatigue so that you can focus on what *really* matters, mama.

Updated Feb. 14, 2022

Life

Can I take medication while breastfeeding? What every mama should know

Plus, what medications are safe to take while breastfeeding.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life

It's Science

It’s science: Premature babies have fewer siblings

And are more likely to be only children.

Updated Feb. 25, 2019

It's Science

Can social media improve vaccination rates?

A recent study suggests that some forms of social media can effectively educate parents about vaccination, and maybe even influence their decision-making.

Updated Feb. 25, 2019

It's Science