Health
Did you know going down a slide with your toddler on your lap is actually unsafe?
Confession: We didn't either.
10 things I wish I knew as a new NICU mama
Don’t allow the setbacks of the NICU to define your journey.
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.
Barber creates safe environment for kids with sensory disorders to get haircuts
The world needs more sensory friendly barber shops.
Neurologist shares 4 things she would never let her kids do in viral TikTok
Some of these might surprise you.
People shared all the ways their bodies suffered from pregnancy—and we’re still thinking about it
There are so many things we aren't educated about when pregnant.
What is the ’90-90-90 rule for eating’? Here’s what you need to know
Keep your kiddo safe and focused at meals with this OT principle.
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.
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.
Breathing in highway air pollution raises your blood pressure, study shows
HEPA car air filters are the new must-have for commuters.
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).
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.
It’s flu and exhaustion season
The hours of the night stretched and warped, blurring into an endless loop of trying to soothe my child, all while battling the drowsiness threatening to pull me under.
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.
FDA screening cinnamon imports after fruit pouch contamination
Kids should be tested if they’ve been exposed, CDC says
Going for a short run comes with big health benefits, studies show
Even more reason to lace up those sneakers.
Free at-home Covid tests are coming back—here’s how to get them
Here's everything you need to know about getting your free COVID tests delivered by USPS.
Why having two kids makes you 8 times more likely to get sick
Plus, a naturopathic doctor shares what you can do to stay healthy.
After the childcare cliff, Congress must invest in early education
President Biden's push to address the childcare cliff would provide much-needed relief to childcare providers and families, which is why Congress needs to act now.