Health & Wellness

FDA issues safety warning for parents about infant head-shaping pillows

The FDA is warning parents that head shaping pillows may be dangerous for infants.

5 online therapy options that are ideal for busy moms

Research, book and attend therapy sessions, all from the comfort of your couch—maybe without even lining up childcare.

Try these 4 yoga poses to induce labor—safely

Ready to get things moving? Experts say these yoga poses can help.

Teens need more sleep—and using bright light therapy could help

Adolescents need 8 to 10 hours of shut-eye for optimal physical health, emotional wellbeing, and strong academic performance.

Do second babies come earlier? An OB weighs in

The good news is that your second labor may be only half as long.

Study reveals link between chemical hair straighteners and uterine cancer

Researchers observed that women who chemically straightened their hair in the past year were two times more likely to develop uterine cancer by age 70 than those who didn’t.

6 lessons I’ve learned as a parent of a child with diabetes

There are many parents out there with children that have all kinds of different medical needs, but as their parents, we may have many things in common.

6 expert tips on how to prepare for your first birth

2. Babies don't always follow birth plans, and that's OK.

C-section swelling may be common, but is it normal to swell above the incision?

Here's how to tell if swelling is normal or a sign of infection.

Infant massage is good for babies—and parents

It's all about promoting bonding and parenting confidence.

These popular dry shampoos are being recalled due to potential cancer-causing ingredient

These aerosol dry shampoos are being recalled because they may contain elevated levels of benzene.

How to give a baby a bath, in 5 simple steps

PSA: For young babies, skip the soap!

The 5 doctor appointments to make for yourself each year

Life is busy, mama, but don’t keep putting your health on the back burner.

How to cope with anxiety in a high-stress work environment

“Work is supposed to be fulfilling…why do I feel so anxious?”

How to care for your mental health needs while caring for your child’s needs

“My child’s needs won’t go away. What can I realistically do to work on my own mental health?”

FDA approves RSV shot for infants

The vaccine-like therapy is expected to be available this fall.

Why moms are especially susceptible to amygdala hijack—and how to deal with it

"As soon as you lose your cool, guilt, shame and other intense feelings surface. But you still can't find your calm. This is known as “the amygdala hijack."

Why I give my kids mental health days

They can teach your kids to value the mental health breaks we all need—and make wonderful memories along the way.

15 Halloween safety tips (and Amazon finds) for a fun, spooktacular night of trick-or-treating

From walkie-talkies to checking their candy stash, a pediatrician shares how to keep tiny trick-or-treaters safe.

4 postpartum barre workout moves for new mamas

After you’ve consulted with your physician and received their approval to start up a fitness routine, here are 4 moves to get you started.