Health

Women's Health

A breast self-exam saved my life—four months after my daughter was born

Here’s what to know about pregnancy-associated breast cancer.

Women's Health

Insurance covers breast pumps and lactation support—but doesn’t cover formula or donor milk for those who can’t breastfeed

Bobbie For Change x The Breasties is bringing awareness to this glaring insurance gap.

Health & Wellness

Health officials urge pregnant women to get vaccinated against flu, Covid and RSV

“We must use all available tools to protect those most at risk, including infants and young children, pregnant people, older adults, and those with chronic health conditions,” says CDC Director Dr. Mandy Cohen.

Baby Health

Nearly 1 in 2 families struggle to afford diapers

It costs about $1,200 a year to diaper a baby, and most government programs don't help parents with that expense. The End Diaper Need Act could help lift families out of poverty, the CEO of Hello Bello shares.

It's Science

Dimming lights at night may lower risk of gestational diabetes, study shows

Finding ways to limit light at night during pregnancy could reduce your risk.

Women's Health

Infertility care is healthcare—and should be covered by insurance

The reintroduction of the Access to Infertility Treatment and Care Act aims to make that happen.

Children's Health

Covid hospitalizations rising among kids under 5, AAP says

“While children ages 0-4 are one-quarter of the overall U.S. child population, they comprise roughly half of recent COVID-19 hospital admissions.”

Women's Health

5 common breastfeeding questions you might be too embarrassed to ask

“Can I still breastfeed if I have inverted nipples?”

Women's Health

Using an IUD could significantly lower your ovarian cancer risk

A 2019 study found that IUDs reduce ovarian cancer risk by 32%—here's what two cancer experts say about the findings.

Baby Sleep Tips

Are contact naps safe? A pediatric sleep consultant weighs in

Ready to maximize those sweet snuggles? Here's how to make sure you're doing contact naps safely.

Women's Health

Fertility benefits aren’t enough. We need menopause support, too

Menopause is costing both women and employers. The CEO of Elektra Health shares what companies can do about it.

Self Care

SAHMs deserve childcare, but many are too afraid to ask

29% of SAHMs have never used childcare, not even family assistance, a survey from Mother Untitled finds.