Emily Oster
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How to Improve Your Immunity With Young Kids
Can sleep, vitamin C, or supplements actually improve your immunity? A data-driven look at what works for parents constantly exposed to sick kids.
Everyone Is Talking About Male Testosterone
Do low testosterone symptoms worsen with age? Evidence on normal testosterone levels by age, whether decline is real, and what supplementation actually does.
Are Peanut Allergies Going Away?
Peanut allergy rates in U. S. children dropped 35% after early allergen introduction guidelines changed in 2015. Here’s what the data shows and why it matters.
What “Trimester Zero” Should Teach Us Instead
Trimester Zero promises fertility optimization, but most of it is expensive hype. Here’s what pre-conception health actually requires — and what to skip.
What the Data Says About Preschool and Pre-K
Are preschool and pre-K worth it? Learn what the research says, how Montessori, Waldorf, and Reggio compare, and how to choose the right preschool for your child.
How to Choose a School for Your Child
Not sure how to choose a school for your child? Use this 4-step framework to evaluate options, read the data, and make a confident decision without the panic.
There Have Been Two Botulism Outbreaks in Infant Formula. Why?
Two infant botulism formula recalls explained: what parents need to know about ByHeart, Nara Organics, powdered formula safety, and how to switch brands safely.