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Emily Oster

Brown University economist; author of "Expecting Better"; founder of ParentData

The latest interviews, podcast appearances, and blog posts from Emily Oster, updated daily.

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4 months ago
Jun 7

The Data on Home Birth

Weighing home birth risks and benefits? Learn what the data says about planned home birth vs. hospital birth, transfer rates, and why your provider matters.

ParentData by Emily Oster
4 months ago
Jun 5

Does My Newborn Need Treatment for Jaundice?

Learn what the data says about newborn jaundice, how dangerous it really is, and what treatments are available for your baby.

ParentData by Emily Oster
4 months ago
Jun 4

What's the deal with cupping and dry needling?

This week, Emily and Perry dig into dry needling and cupping, the wellness equivalent to pain equals gain (maybe?).

Wellness, Actually with Emily Oster & Perry Wilson, MD
4 months ago
May 28

What's the deal with red meat?

This week, Emily and Perry pull out their steak knives to cut through both the hypers, and the detractors, of red meat. Is it as bad for you as people say?

Wellness, Actually with Emily Oster & Perry Wilson, MD
4 months ago
May 27

Community Focus: Dr. Emily Oster on summer and kids

Brown University Health, Parent Data Dr. Emily Oster speaks on the importance of summer camp, safe sunscreen for kids, protection against ticks and…

WPRI 12 News (Community Focus), Providence
4 months ago
May 22

How Much Caffeine Is Safe During Pregnancy?

How much coffee is safe during pregnancy? A research-based look at the 200 mg caffeine limit, miscarriage risk, and whether decaf is truly necessary.

ParentData by Emily Oster
4 months ago
May 21

What's the deal with methylene blue?

This week, Emily and Perry bravely platform methylene blue, a synthetic dye with almost godlike properties according to the influencers, and some fascinating uses (and risks) in reality.

Wellness, Actually with Emily Oster & Perry Wilson, MD
4 months ago
May 20

Why Emily Oster Breastfed When Her Data Says Formula Is Fine

If you read Crib Sheet during pregnancy or kept Expecting Better on your nightstand, you already know Emily Oster.

Lo Bosworth (podcast)
4 months ago
May 19

Emily Oster on Data-Driven Par… - The Mom Room - Apple Podcasts

Emily Oster, CEO of ParentData, mom of two, economics professor, author of Expecting Better, Crib Sheet, and The Family Firm, joins The Mom Room this week to…

4 months ago
May 18

The Benefits of a Later School Bell

Banning phones in schools may not be as effective in boosting school performance as simply letting kids sleep longer.

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