Anne-Marie Gambelin

Getting Pregnant

PFAS exposure may significantly affect male fertility

Recent studies have revealed that environmental toxins known as PFAS may lower sperm count and reduce sex drive in men. Here's what you need to know.

It's Science

It’s science: Your kids are learning all the time—school or no school

The whole world is a classroom, and they learn from it every day (so don't stress about those worksheets).

Child Learn & Play

It’s science: Giving experiences instead of toys boosts your kid’s intelligence & happiness

There's no need to stress about getting them everything on their wishlist. Spending time with your kids is far more valuable.

Life

It’s science: Your blood pressure *before* you get pregnant could determine your baby’s sex

It's not just chromosomes that help determine whether you're having a boy or girl.

Parenting

To the mama happy about sending her kids back to school—I’m with you

For me, the end of summer isn't the end of the party—it's the beginning.

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

“Forever chemicals” can be found in breast milk, but you can limit your exposure right now

We encounter toxins in our environment every day. Knowing where they exist and how to avoid them is one way to lessen the worry we may have about how they affect us, especially when trying to conceive, pregnant or nursing a baby.

It's Science

It’s science: This is why many postpartum moms don’t feel like having sex

It's normal to have a low sex drive postpartum.

Child Sleep

It’s science: Early bedtimes—and the routines behind them—make *everyone* happier

Good sleep hygiene, particularly an earlier bedtime, can improve the quality of life for both kids and moms.

Children's Health

*This* is why your child needs that last drink of water before bed

When your child asks for a drink of water before they go to sleep, there truly may be a biological or emotional motivation behind it.

Baby

It’s Science: Babies know exactly what hugs from mama mean

Babies as young as four months old know what your hug means.

Life

It’s science: The glucose test is safe for pregnant women—but there are alternatives if you want them

We break down the science behind the myth.

Child Sleep

It’s science: The benefits of nap time on your child’s brain development

Daytime napping in preschoolers is vital for memory consolidation.