health-wellness

I tried Function Health: How one platform helped me better understand my body

Here’s my experience with Function Health—and how it has already impacted how I approach wellness.

Why moms need to prioritize sleep—and how to make it happen

A new study published in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health highlights just how important regular sleep is for our health.

Recall alert 🚨 Dynacare Baby powder recalled due to asbestos concerns

Dynarex Corporation has expanded its recall of Dynacare Baby Powder (14 oz. and 4 oz. varieties) due to potential asbestos contamination, which was discovered through an FDA sampling program.

Diet culture deeply impacts kids of all ages: 5 ways parents can break the cycle

Parents shape the way kids think about food and their bodies forever.

6 lessons I’ve learned as a parent of a child with diabetes

There are many parents out there with children that have all kinds of different medical needs, but as their parents, we may have many things in common.

AAP President answers kids’ questions about the Covid vaccine in adorable video

“Does it have lint in it?” 😂

Dad petitions schools to recognize period pain as valid excuse for absence

If you’re someone who has a period, then you already know how painful…

5 strategies for coping with a new round of Covid anxiety, from a therapist

It’s our third school year living with Covid. Setting boundaries and managing…

California is the first state to mandate the COVID vaccine for all students

Governor Gavin Newsom issued the mandate for students in both public AND private school.

Amy Schumer perfectly nails how society brushes off women’s menstrual pain

Admitting you're in pain doesn't make you a "drama queen," she says in a new video about her endometriosis.

How to have “the talk” about sex with your kids

Talking to your kids about sex can feel awkward, but it's a crucial part of growing up.

Research suggests diet rich in dairy fat could lower your risk of heart disease

So...cheese is good for you, actually?

What no one tells you about your post-baby period

The return of your menstrual cycle after birth isn't just back to business as usual.

Fridababy’s cult-favorite snotsucker just got an electric upgrade

Cold and flu season looks a little less icky.

Managing your child’s eczema? A psychodermatologist explains the important link between skin and stress

Teaching your child to reduce stress can set them up for a lifetime of healthier skincare habits.

Dr. Fauci on the timeline for vaccinations for kids under 12 + why pregnant and breastfeeding women should get vaccinated

"We need to get rid of the false impression that it's OK for kids to get infected. It isn't," Dr. Fauci told us in an interview.

Parents are lying to get COVID-19 vaccines for their kids, and the FDA wants it to stop

In a new statement, the FDA warns parents about the risks of vaccinating early.

Living with PCOS taught me how to love and accept my body

I gained a deeper understanding of my body's limits and strengths, and I wouldn't change a thing.

Unvaccinated mom died before meeting newborn she delivered while intubated

Her unvaccinated husband only got a "quick glimpse" of his baby before he, too, died from COVID a short time after. The couple leaves behind five children total.

PFAS exposure may significantly affect male fertility

Recent studies have revealed that environmental toxins known as PFAS may lower sperm count and reduce sex drive in men. Here's what you need to know.