Health & Wellness

How to help your child heal from trauma: 3 steps to start

Like a car revving its engine for days or weeks, excessive activation of the “fight or flight” response leads to long-lasting wear and tear on a child’s developing body. But it is possible to protect kids from the negative effects of trauma or ongoing stress.

Barber creates safe environment for kids with sensory disorders to get haircuts

The world needs more sensory friendly barber shops.

How to talk to kids about puberty, according to the authors of ‘This Is So Awkward’

Some research shows that puberty is starting earlier—which means we need to prep for those big convos sooner than later. Here’s what to know.

New report shows daycare centers weren’t Covid transmission hubs after all

Kids were less likely to get the virus at childcare centers than they were from people they lived with, research shows.

Breathing in highway air pollution raises your blood pressure, study shows

HEPA car air filters are the new must-have for commuters.

Your daughter’s biggest questions about puberty and periods—answered by an OB-GYN

Exactly what to say when the questions start rolling in.

CDC report validates women who have been reporting mistreatment and birth trauma for years

"The most happy moment in my life is at the same time the most terrible moment in my life because of what they did to me."

Soccer heading linked to brain changes, study shows

High levels of heading the ball were associated with changes seen in mild traumatic brain injuries (TBI).

I tried the Prenuvo scan—and here’s why more moms should consider a preventive MRI

As someone with multiple sclerosis, it’s hard to put a price on peace of mind.

Does the pregnancy glow really exist?

Science tells us that glowing during pregnancy isn’t just in your imagination.

What to know about having the “tech talk” with your kids

A tech CEO and mom of four shares the importance—and challenge—of doing so.

Child therapist demonstrates the power of attachment parenting in a viral video, and now we’re crying

You’re going to need some tissues while watching this one.

Here’s why roughhousing with your kids is good for them—really

All the noise and pummeling can be a little alarming. But lots of research suggests that regular roughhousing sessions make for happier, more successful children.

Does red wine give you headaches? Researchers pinpoint the culprit

And no, it’s not sulfites.

Going for a short run comes with big health benefits, studies show

Even more reason to lace up those sneakers.

Why having two kids makes you 8 times more likely to get sick

Plus, a naturopathic doctor shares what you can do to stay healthy.

Feeling stressed? Why experts say scream therapy might be the self-care you’re missing

Elsa may have said “let it go,” but experts are saying to “let it out.” Here’s how scream therapy can help you release pent-up emotions.

To the mama who stays up (way) past her bedtime

These late night hours are my time to be selfish. To think of me—and me only.

Paid family leave has big health benefits for mothers and babies, study shows

From reducing postpartum depression to improving breastfeeding duration, new research confirms just how vital paid leave is for families.

Swapping beef for chicken in your burrito can have big benefits for the environment, study shows

Simple diet tweaks can mean big reductions in your carbon footprint.