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Teen skin is different than adult skin

A dermatologist lays down the law: It's time to stop buying tweens and teens luxury skincare designed for adults.

Updated Dec. 13, 2023
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Does cycle-syncing actually work? Here’s what the research shows

There’s not much evidence that changing your eating and exercise habits based on your cycle helps—but that doesn’t mean it can’t.

Updated Dec. 11, 2023
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3 lessons I’ve learned as a lupus warrior—and a lupus mom

I firmly believe my own quest with lupus has a purpose: to guide and support my daughter, who has the chronic condition, too.

Updated Dec. 11, 2023
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‘Hot Mess Mom’ messaging could be convincing an entire generation to ‘dread motherhood’

Cohen takes on the narrative that we shouldn’t have kids in such a tough world, and that everything will be hard and awful.

Updated Dec. 11, 2023
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Navigating pregnancy as a survivor: The intersection of trauma and birth

Even though this profound moment, the first moment I saw my baby, was meant to be a celebration, I still couldn't attend.

Updated Dec. 06, 2023
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Discovering the truth about Santa not as damaging to kids as you might fear

Rest assured, mama: The majority of kids still place full trust in their parents, one study finds.

Updated Dec. 08, 2023

17 important phrases to say if you’re being mistreated while giving birth

Repeat after us: "You do not have my permission."

Updated Oct. 02, 2024
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More than 1 in 3 women have lasting health problems after giving birth, study finds

But that doesn’t mean postpartum complications are normal.

Updated Apr. 16, 2024
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How to help your child heal from trauma: 3 steps to start

Like a car revving its engine for days or weeks, excessive activation of the “fight or flight” response leads to long-lasting wear and tear on a child’s developing body. But it is possible to protect kids from the negative effects of trauma or ongoing stress.

Updated Dec. 06, 2023
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How to talk to kids about puberty, according to the authors of ‘This Is So Awkward’

Some research shows that puberty is starting earlier—which means we need to prep for those big convos sooner than later. Here’s what to know.

Updated Nov. 29, 2023
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New report shows daycare centers weren’t Covid transmission hubs after all

Kids were less likely to get the virus at childcare centers than they were from people they lived with, research shows.

Updated Dec. 02, 2023
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Breathing in highway air pollution raises your blood pressure, study shows

HEPA car air filters are the new must-have for commuters.

Updated Dec. 01, 2023
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CDC report validates women who have been reporting mistreatment and birth trauma for years

"The most happy moment in my life is at the same time the most terrible moment in my life because of what they did to me."

Updated Nov. 30, 2023
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Soccer heading linked to brain changes, study shows

High levels of heading the ball were associated with changes seen in mild traumatic brain injuries (TBI).

Updated Nov. 29, 2023
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I tried the Prenuvo scan—and here’s why more moms should consider a preventive MRI

As someone with multiple sclerosis, it’s hard to put a price on peace of mind.

Updated Nov. 29, 2023
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Does the pregnancy glow really exist?

Science tells us that glowing during pregnancy isn’t just in your imagination.

Updated Nov. 20, 2023
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What to know about having the “tech talk” with your kids

A tech CEO and mom of four shares the importance—and challenge—of doing so.

Updated Nov. 17, 2023
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