Health & Wellness

Why the American Psychological Association says parents shouldn’t spank their kids

Corporal punishment doesn't work. Here's what does.

More than half of new moms aren’t getting the mental health support they need

Recognizing this problem may be the first step in changing it.

Prenatal depression is the most under-diagnosed pregnancy complication in the U.S.

More than 400,000 babies are born to depressed mothers every year.

I took CBD and it made me a more present, less anxious mom

In some ways, I'm an unlikely person to be jumping on the CBD bandwagon. I don't even drink alcohol anymore. But (like a lot of moms) I do deal with anxiety and have a lot of difficulty falling and staying asleep.

Danielle on falling in love with her son after postpartum depression

I never imagined there would be a way out. If there’s one thing I’d like any struggling mother to hear, it’s that there IS a way out. You won’t be in the darkness forever, and you are not alone.

Born before 1989? You might need another measles vaccination

Back in the day, one shot was the standard protocol, but one shot of the MMR vaccine isn't as effective as two.

This image depicting human milk ducts went viral—but for the wrong reasons

Though it's anatomically incorrect, it still sparks a discussion of empowerment.

Children under 1-year-old shouldn’t have any screen time, World Health Org says

But there's room for some nuance in this conversation.

It’s science: Being barefoot boosts your kid’s development

I realized I was scared of all the wrong things when I insisted my kids leave their shoes on at the park.

How do I talk to my kids about sex? An age-by-age guide

"Today, if parents don't take the lead on this, then friends, romantic partners and Google will be there their informants—and Google does not know your child."

What moms need to know about CBD

We break it all down for you, mama.

Chelsea on EMDR therapy to treat her postpartum depression

"When my husband asked me what was wrong, I said, 'There’s just so much bad that we won’t be able to protect him from. It’s so scary and I love him so much. I wasn’t expecting it to feel like this.'"

Beards and bacteria: How germy is Daddy’s face?

Is human facial hair really harboring more bacteria than pet fur or a toilet?

My child isn’t giving me a hard time—he’s *having* a hard time

Once I could see his struggles from a lens of empathy, I was able to respond in love.

IVF, IUI, ICI, and IVI: There are so many ways to make a family

You have a lot of options.

9 must-have apps for kids on the autism spectrum

Technology has the power to unlock learning for kids of all ages and stages.

It’s science: Why ‘Baby Shark’ gets stuck in your head (forever)

Your brain is hardwired to do it.

What parents need to know about the huge spike in ER visits for kids who swallow objects

And how to protect their kids.

The scientific benefits of a father’s presence in their kid’s lives

Fathers are no longer just considered "babysitters" but active, equal partners in their child's life.

Jamie on anxiety and the need for control after losing her parents

After my son was born, all I wanted was sleep. But I was scared of closing my eyes for fear of something happening to him during that time. I couldn’t shut my mind off from all the irrational thoughts running through it.