Health & Wellness

Here’s how I’m preparing for my kids’ sick days this year

When those first few sniffles start, I’ll be ready.

Curious about neffy, the nasal spray alternative to an EpiPen? Here’s what experts want you to know

The next question is: Will allergists prescribe it?

Gen Z is bringing back tanning beds—and dermatologists are concerned

Nooooooo.

Nearly 2/3 of grocery store baby foods fail to meet WHO nutritional guidelines

Nearly every food tested featured some marketing claim prohibited by the World Health Organization.

New CDC data shows that more pregnant women are unable to access prenatal care

The data shows a staggering 5% increase in pregnant patients who receive no prenatal care at all.

‘Boy Meets World’ star Danielle Fishel reveals breast cancer diagnosis

"The only reason I caught this cancer when it is still stage zero is because the day I got my text message that my yearly mammogram had come up, I made the appointment."

If you’re being told to ‘watch and wait’ on your child’s health issues, here’s what you can do

Every parent deserves access to expert insights into the needs of their child, just as every child deserves access to the help they need to thrive.

People struggling with infertility can now access free mental health help with Headspace

The new collection aims to support and address the “unique emotional needs” of those with infertility.

One mom (and doctor) shares smart ways to prevent back-to-school sickness this fall

"Kids tend to get about three to five colds a year in those elementary years, as their immune system learns to recognize those viruses."

CDC warns cases of Fifth disease are on the rise in kids ages 5 to 9

The highly contagious virus is typically mild in kids but can be dangerous for pregnant people.

The 3 skills your child needs for a successful school year, according to an education expert

How courage, determination and reflection can help in the classroom—and beyond.

New survey shows 2/3 of women in the U.S. are worried about abortion bans

At present, 41 states have abortion bans in effect with limited exceptions.

Why is there no universal screening test for CMV?

91% of parents aren’t aware of the virus, which, when contracted during pregnancy, is a leading cause of birth defects. Here's one family's story.

Giving tablets to toddlers linked to anger issues later in life, study shows

Researchers discovered tablets may "contribute to a cycle" of problems with emotional regulation.

Tim Walz’s personal IVF story made me feel seen

I listened to his speech, looked at my own children, and felt a connection with a politician that I had heard little of just 24 hours before. I felt assurance that this issue means the world to him—and that means the world to me.

Pumping can help extend the overall breastfeeding time of an infant, new study shows

This new study could point to help for parents struggling with lactation cessation.

47% of parents still aren’t given enough time to pump at work

Even though the PUMP Act declaring that requirement is in full effect.

1 in 3 pregnant women are considered anemic. Why aren’t doctors taking that more seriously?

Rethinking the laid-back attitude towards anemia.

Here’s what moms need to know about Project 2025 and how it impacts us all

Project 2025 outlines several changes that would greatly impact women and mothers in multiple ways.

FDA approves first-ever nasal spray for life-threatening allergies

Neffy is the first epinephrine product that’s needle-free.