Health

Heavy metal toxins abound in homemade baby food, too, report finds

An upsetting new report shows that going the DIY route is no safer.

6 back-to-school mental health tips for kids, from a pediatrician

Going back to school is stressful, but this kid-friendly toolkit can help.

Women fake orgasms to boost men’s masculinity, study shows

Women who make more money than their male partners are twice as likely to fake orgasms.

I desperately needed a prenatal workout to prepare for childbirth and beyond

I found it with Nike’s (M)ove Like a Mother Program in the NTC App

I did IVF and launched a business at the same time. Here’s what I learned about being a working mom

"Sure, starting a company doesn’t come with needles and hormones. Fertility treatments don’t come with engineering brainstorms or shipping delays. But at their core, both of these difficult yet rewarding life experiences have taught me so much about myself and our resiliency as humans."

This amazing viral video of the breast milk letdown reflex is a must-watch

Just watch out for the phantom letdown twinges.

6 signs it’s time to talk to your doctor about your period symptoms

Experts share the red flags to look for when it comes to your menstrual cycle.

Having young kids might protect you from severe Covid, study shows

All those coughs and sniffles from your little one could be lending you cross-immunity.

You might be experiencing trauma these days, and you aren’t alone

Viewing motherhood through the lens of trauma might make you feel more validated.

2 major studies show drinking coffee *is* good for you

Go ahead and pour yourself that second cup, mama.

9 facts parents need to know about parechovirus in newborns

The CDC has issued an advisory about the common childhood virus after more infants were hospitalized with the infection across multiple states.

10 common fibroids myths, dispelled by an ObGyn

You may be unfamiliar with uterine fibroids, yet 70 to 80% of women will develop fibroids by the time they are 50 years old. 

Abortion bans could have unintended consequences for fertility treatments like IVF

Prohibiting abortion may make dealing with fertility challenges much harder.

Motherhood has made me stop seeing my hormones as the enemy—and recognize them as the miracle they are

Recognizing the way my body’s biology works has made me feel like a superhero.

3 ways to upgrade boring family activities to get kids moving

Learn how to gamify activities for your kids and get them excited about moving!

Viral ‘Victoria’s Secret’ song is the empowering summer anthem that will heal your inner child

If you grew up in the late 90s/early 00s, then this is for you.

Mama, it’s time to prioritize your needs—even over your kids’

“It doesn’t have to be like this. I’m tired of being so tired. We can take our power back.”

Marijuana and breastfeeding: Is it safe?

In short, no. Here's what you need to know.

Yes, your pregnancy hormones plummet after birth. Here’s what to know about the postpartum hormone crash

Night sweats, insomnia—is this postpartum or menopause?

5 ways to optimize your health before pregnancy, according to an OBGYN

A step-by-step guide to setting yourself up for fertility success.