Covid
Pandemic parenting is not for the faint of heart. You have questions about vaccines, symptoms, school, mental health and more—and we have expert-backed answers.
CDC recommends Pfizer Covid booster shots for children 5 to 11 years old
“While it has largely been the case that COVID-19 tends to be less severe in children than adults, the omicron wave has seen more kids getting sick with the disease and being hospitalized, and children may also experience long-term effects, even following initially mild disease."
When is the best time to get the Covid vaccine or booster during pregnancy?
New research sheds light on when optimal antibody transfer occurs via the placenta.
Team USA bobsledder forced to send pumped breast milk to son after testing positive for COVID at the Olympics
Elana Meyers Taylor was able to bring her son to Beijing, but had to isolate after testing positive for COVID-19.
CDC approves both Pfizer and Moderna’s pediatric Covid vaccines for kids under 6
Vaccines are now officially available for kids ages 6 months and up.
Yes, you can breastfeed with Covid, says new study
Babies are not at risk of getting Covid from breast milk, new research shows.
The White House will give out 400 million free N95 masks starting next week
The Biden administration will make 400 million N95 masks available for free at thousands of locations across the US.
The pandemic robbed me of my dream for another baby
And I’m not alone. Motherly's 2022 State of Motherhood survey revealed the largest percentage of moms ever who say they do not plan to have more children.
Covid vaccines may cause temporary menstrual cycle changes, says new study
A look at cycle tracking data from thousands of women shows that vaccination may cause a late period.
Here’s how to get reimbursed for your at-home Covid tests
We figured out the new Biden administration plan so you don't have to.
Covid infection linked to an increased risk of diabetes in kids, says CDC
Covid may increase the risk of diabetes in children, but here's why you shouldn't panic.
It’s time to swap out your cloth masks, experts say
Meant as a stopgap, cloth masks are no longer serving us.
What are the symptoms of Omicron in kids?
There seem to be slight differences between the symptoms of the Omicron and Delta variants. Here’s what to look for.
Pregnant women respond to Covid differently, depending on the sex of their baby
Having a boy, mama? Read this.
The FDA warns pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should not take the Merck Covid pill
Here’s what you need to know.
Covid testing in schools can replace quarantine, CDC says
A "test to stay" policy can protect in-person learning while keeping students safe, two studies found.
17 pandemic-era essentials for traveling with babies & kids
A bit of prep can go a long way when traveling with babies and kids.
AAP President answers kids’ questions about the Covid vaccine in adorable video
“Does it have lint in it?” 😂
Everything parents need to know about the Omicron variant
With more details unfolding each day about the newest Covid variant of concern, we’ll keep you updated here.
Disney Cruise Line requiring all guests 5+ to be vaccinated against Covid in 2022
Guests who are not vaccine-eligible due to age will be required to provide proof of a negative COVID test taken between 24 and 72 hours before departure.
More than 1.5 million kids have received their first Covid vaccine
The pediatric vaccine rollout is off to a swift start.