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6 Annoying Speaking Habits You Have, According to Science

It's not about what you say: it's about how (and when) you say it.



7 Things That Happen to Your Body After You Go Through a Breakup

As if we needed anything else to be afraid of—aside from the lingering concern of dying alone—these physiological effects of...


Your Complete Back-to-School Health Checklist

Preparing for school can be overwhelming after a busy summer, so use this checklist to help your family start the...


10 Toxic Things You Didn’t Know You Were Feeding Your Kids

You want the best for your children, naturally, so that's why you need to know about the harmful substances that...


13 Signs of Childhood Depression Every Parent Should Know

Depression doesn't care how old you are—so keep an eye out for these symptoms in kids.


7 Signs Your Child Has a Food Sensitivity

Here are some ways your child's body might be trying to communicate a food sensitivity—and why it's important to pay...


19 Co-Sleeping Tips from Moms Who Swear By It

Considering sleeping in the same bed with your baby or child? See how these seasoned moms make it work.

10 Signs Everyone Thinks You’re Insensitive—And How to Fix It

These easy tools can help you boost your emotional intelligence.


12 Baby Products That Are Great for Adults—and Brilliant Ways to Use Them

Many baby products do double duty and are unbelievably gentle, not to mention inexpensive. Here's what you should be borrowing...


13 Silent Signs of Anxiety in Children

Health experts reveal the subtle signs of anxiety in children. Learn how to read their behaviors to better understand...


10 Parenting Lessons We Can All Learn from Kids with Cancer

As a pediatric oncologist and palliative care specialist at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Justin Baker, MD, works with patients...


How to Make It Through the Holidays with Your In-Laws—Without Starting World War III

Love 'em or hate 'em, you're going to have to face your in-laws over the holidays. Here's a survival guide...


10 Silent Signs Your Teen May Be Abusing Drugs

It is the rare teen who comes right out and admits to a drug problem, so it's up to parents...


The Scientific Reason the Mother-Child Bond Is So Powerful

It likely comes as no surprise to moms that they can literally feel everything their child is feeling—and now science...


14 Proven Steps to Truly Forgive Anyone for Anything

Being angry is a natural instinct, but you can learn to truly forgive anyone for anything—and hopefully overcome your own...


10 Things These Women Who Escaped Abusive Relationships Want You to Know

We can all learn from women who suffered abusive relationships. These brave survivors reveal what they wish every woman knew.


Placebos Might Be Almost as Effective as Antidepressants in Teens, According to Science

Could a fake pill be as beneficial as powerful antidepressant drugs? When the fake pill lacks the serious side effects...


The Most Important Person in Your Relationship May Not Be Your Partner

It's not news that a strong social network is essential to being the healthiest version of ourselves. Now there's new...


The Scientific Reason Why Your Friends Can Affect Your Mood

Choose your friends wisely; they could determine everything from your health to your emotions, according to a growing body of...


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8 Tips to Make Your Arguments More Productive—and Fair

Relationship experts weigh in on the best ways to keep your fights fair and have arguments that are actually...


This Kind of Breakup Hurts the Most, According to Science

There are a lot of valid reasons to separate, but this one causes the greatest heartache.

This Is What Men Care About Most in Relationships—and It’s Not Sexual Attraction

Here's a little incentive not to hold back your feelings of love and admiration from your partner.


9 Signs Your Relationship Is Headed for a Breakup

The longer you wait, the harder it gets. If you can’t reconcile your differences, it could be time to end...


8 Amazing Ways Being a Grandparent Does Wonders for Your Health

Your grandchildren do more than make you smile—they can help you stay sharper, be more active, and live longer.


10 Medical Reasons Your Child Might Be Overweight

A child's weight isn't always the result of diet and exercise. There are some genetic, biological, and medical causes that...


8 Ways You Can Ease Your Anxiety When You Send Your Kid to Kindergarten

You may have counted down until your due date, but the weeks leading up to your not-so-little child's first day...


This Calculator Tells You EXACTLY How Much Sleep You’ve Lost Since You Had Kids

Wait, you're saying parents don't get their full eight hours every night?