Health

Can food influence your child’s mood? Yes, says a pediatric dietitian

She shares tips on how to work those good-mood foods into your weekly meal plan.

3 tips on childbirth recovery from a postpartum doula

I'm here to help you feel confident to enter the fourth trimester.

Is your child in a toxic friendship? A school counselor’s guide to spotting the signs

And when it’s time to intervene.

How to perform a self breast exam—and what to look out for

It's all about building breast self-awareness.

Suicide is the leading cause of death in new moms

When you’re experiencing thoughts of suicide, it’s hard to ask for help—but that’s when help from others is most necessary.

Taking vitamin D during pregnancy may lower your baby’s risk of eczema

A randomized controlled trial found that babies born to mothers who took vitamin D daily from the second trimester until delivery had a lower risk for eczema at 12 months.

We’re talking about miscarriage more—but what about the anxiety that follows?

Anxiety after miscarriage is a common but not well-understood phenomenon.

Your parenting style can reduce your child’s risk of substance abuse

Teaching strong coping skills and modeling healthy communication can be protective when it comes to your child’s risk of alcohol and substance addiction.

Miscarriage risk may be highest in late summer, data shows

A new study highlights the link between miscarriage risk and extreme heat. But more research is needed to understand the correlation.

How my baby’s NICU journey changed me as a mom

I did what they told me for years I couldn't do. I got pregnant and gave birth to our little girl. And yet, it wasn't the redemption story I'd imagined in my mind.

Yes, pregnant women can eat some types of sushi: Here’s what an OB-GYN wants you to know

Here’s how to have your sushi and eat it, too.

What parents need to know about bivalent boosters

The FDA recently authorized Pfizer's bivalent boosters for certain kids down to 6 months. Here's how to know if your child is eligible for one.

A parent’s guide to car seat safety: Tips, rules & product picks

From choosing the right car seat to car seat safety hacks, here’s everything you need to know about car seat safety.

Babies born before 39 weeks may have a higher risk of developing ADHD, study finds

The longer a child stays in the womb is correlated with a lower risk, but ADHD development is related to multiple factors, experts say, not only gestational age at birth.

Everything you need to know about goat milk formula

Goat milk formula may be easier to digest for some little ones.

Capri Sun recalls over 230,000 drink pouches due to possible contamination

Kraft Heinz is recalling about 5,760 cases, saying the only flavor affected was Wild Cherry Flavored Juice Drink Blend beverages.

Make sure your kids are vaccinated against polio ‘as soon as possible,’ a pediatrician says

Polio has recently been discovered in New York City wastewater. The polio vaccine is part of a routine childhood vaccination schedule, but experts say you should confirm your kids' status.

5 steps to stop an anxiety spiral, according to a therapist

Here’s how to normalize your feelings and get grounded again.

How Nike’s Training Club App and maternity clothing line is keeping me fit and comfortable during pregnancy

Pregnancy is physical—as all pregnant moms know. It doesn’t end with a…

CDC ends quarantine recommendations for schools

If your child is exposed to Covid in a school setting, they can now stay in class.