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Postpartum ponderings

New guidelines recommend an OB/GYN visit within three weeks of delivery—with other visits as needed for three months.

U.S. fertility rates hit record low in 2017

The average fertility rate among women between the ages of 15 and 44 is 60.2 births per 1,000 women.

Table matters

Looking for another way to instill healthy habits in your kids? Look to the family dinner.

Weight loss, the tie that binds

Apples don't fall far from the tree—kids will prioritize fitness if parents set the tone.

Demystify your child’s BMI

Become better informed now to help your child develop nutrition and activity habits that promote healthy weight gain over the coming years.

New baby, new traditions

If you've got a little one on the way, the holidays are the perfect time to think about creating new traditions—and reintroducing old ones.

Don’t sweat the season

This can be a great time of year for fun and festivities, but don't let demanding lists and obligations lord over your schedule.

The scales of (in)justice?

While men are predisposed to lose weight faster and easier, women can still see formidable results with the right lifestyle.

Helping hands

A 'House Help' list is a great way for new moms to ask friends and family for help when baby arrives.

Parenthood an elixir for longevity?

Researchers compare life expectancy with marital status and parenthood, to see whether having a child influences how long a person lives.

Peak fitness, safer slopes

Group urges adventurers to get in shape and take plenty of precautions before strapping on those skis and snowboards.

Are you singing the (baby) blues?

And do you know the difference between the baby blues and postpartum depression?