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two young girls playing video games - are video games bad for kids

Are video games bad for kids? Here’s what parents should know

Can playing video games impact a child’s development? Experts weigh in.

Updated Dec. 23, 2022
woman stretching over a pilates ball - pelvic floor exercises

You can (and should) start pelvic floor exercises right after birth. Here’s why

Three experts share why postpartum pelvic floor exercises are so important.

Updated Aug. 06, 2024
Children's Tylenol on store shelves

CVS and Walgreens now restricting purchases of Children’s Tylenol and Motrin

CVS is restricting both in-person and online purchases to two children’s pain relief products.

Updated Dec. 23, 2022
couple kissing while holding an ultrasound - best men's fertility supplements

The top 5 male fertility supplements (plus when to start taking them)

It takes two to make a baby. Here's why men's prenatal supplements are helpful.

Updated Mar. 07, 2024
newborn baby held by mother while bedsharing - cosleeping and bedsharing

What’s the difference between co-sleeping and bed-sharing? 

The terms are often used interchangeably, but are actually very different.

Updated Dec. 23, 2022
Mom holding toddler during doctor visit - best hospitals

Looking for the best hospital near you? Start your search here

The Women’s Choice Award 2023 Best Hospitals List takes the guesswork out of finding the best care for your family.

Updated Dec. 23, 2022
baby laying on couch making a grumpy face - toddler refuses to potty train

What it means when your toddler refuses to potty train, according to a pediatric urologist 

“These kids aren’t exhibiting defiance. They’re just not getting the signal!”

Updated Jan. 12, 2023
man in glasses looking sad - paternal depression

What is paternal depression? We need to talk about men’s mental health, too

Depression in men often goes undiagnosed—but men are 3 to 4 times more likely to die by suicide than women. Here's how to spot the signs.

Updated Oct. 04, 2023
Pregnant woman drinking hot tea - considering the safety of antidepressants during pregnancy

Is it safe to take antidepressants during pregnancy?

Recent research suggests antidepressants aren’t as risky as we may think—or have been told. 

Updated Dec. 14, 2022
mom kissing her baby's hands - reducing medical trauma in kids around fear of needles

Reducing medical trauma in kids is straightforward. So why aren’t we doing it?

An expert shares how to make your kids feel more safe and comfortable with medical professionals.

Updated Jan. 12, 2023
woman holding her stomach - fibroids and phthalates

Phthalates cause uterine fibroids, in vitro study confirms

Uterine fibroid growth is activated by chemicals found in everyday products, according to new research.

Updated Dec. 13, 2022
pregnant couple laying in bed with dog - postpartum hotel or babymoon

Should you skip the babymoon in favor of a postpartum hotel?

The term ‘babymoon’ initially referred to the postpartum period. Here’s how Boram, a postpartum hotel, is bringing that concept back.

Updated Dec. 13, 2022
young boy playing with a ball with a teacher - pediatric occupational therapy

4 signs your child may benefit from pediatric occupational therapy

Don't be ashamed of getting help for your babies.

Updated Jan. 12, 2023
mom kissing her smiling newborn - postpartum ocd

Postpartum OCD and intrusive thoughts: What new moms need to know

How to tell the difference between intrusive thoughts and symptoms of something bigger.

Updated Dec. 09, 2022
Mom takes temperature of her sick child at home - Children's Tylenol shortage and how to treat fever in kids

Can’t find Children’s Tylenol or Motrin? Here’s how to safely reduce a fever in kids

Plus, what parents need to know about the Children's Tylenol shortage.

Updated Dec. 22, 2022
Lake Bell Instagram photo

Lake Bell jokes that she’s ‘straight up a better parent’ on weed

"I am straight up a better parent when I'm just two Canns in. I'm like on their level."

Updated Dec. 19, 2022
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