September 16th is National Working Parents Day.
Families/Kids
Pamela Chung, MD
September 16th is National Working Parents Day. Are you juggling work and family responsibilities? Do you get overwhelmed with trying to do it all and do it well? First, let us honor and validate our struggles and suffering while recognizing that our systems are not set up to support us in “doing it all” well. Read more…
What are newborn screenings?
Families/Kids General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Newborn screenings are simple tests, recommended by American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) done in the hospital, birth center, or clinical office soon after your baby is born. They contain three parts: a hearing screen, a screen to look at oxygen levels, and a blood test to check for metabolic conditions. These tests help Read more…
What is the deal with the new U.S. childhood vaccine schedule?
Families/Kids Vaccines
UPDATE: Recently, the President signed an executive order involving childhood vaccines in the United States. This follows a January 2026 announcement from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that changed the childhood vaccine schedule, but that change has been paused by the courts. This executive order is very similar to that January announcement. Read more…
It’s Back to School Season! Are your kids up-to-date on their vaccines?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Those Nerdy Girls
Goodbye summer… Back-to-School season is almost here! Colder weather and being indoors mean more chances for kids to swap germs of all kinds. Along with shopping for back-to- school supplies, now is a good time to check that your child is well protected against preventable infectious diseases. Current recommendations according to the American Academy of Read more…
There’s a new sunscreen on the block: Here’s what to know.
Families/Kids General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
While that’s exciting (especially for sunscreen nerds), it doesn’t change what we already know: sun safety habits over time matter more than having one more product on a shelf. When I joined Those Nerdy Girls two years ago, sun safety was a topic I was excited to cover. A few years earlier, I’d had skin Read more…
What are the 3 most important sun-safe habits your skin will thank you for?
Families/Kids General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Sun safety requires a combination of everyday protective measures. These include covering up, using sunscreen, and being sensible about sun exposure. 🌞 🌞 Be sure to look out for our post coming tomorrow: “There’s a new sunscreen on the block: Here’s what to know.” (Note: This post was updated by Those Nerdy Girls from the Read more…
Is leucovorin an effective treatment for autism?
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
While probably not harmful, there is not enough evidence that leucovorin is an effective treatment for autism. Demand for the drug among parents of children with autism recently skyrocketed after a press conference last fall in which federal health officials claimed, with little evidence, that the drug is a promising treatment for autism. You may Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Those Nerdy Girls
Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life jackets Read more…
We Missed Some Important Things. You Told Us. We Listened. 🧡 A conversation about Applied Behavior Analysis
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Guest Author Priscilla Corson, LCSW-C
We Missed Some Important Things. You Told Us. We Listened. 🧡 A conversation with Priscilla Corson, AuDHDer and therapist Hosted by MK Haber, Executive Director, Those Nerdy Girls &+ Recorded April 17, 2026 A note before we begin: In February, Those Nerdy Girls published a post on therapies for autism spectrum disorder. Our goal was Read more…
I’ve heard there was a meningitis outbreak in the UK recently. Can you tell me more and how I can best protect my family?
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases Vaccines
I’ve heard there was a meningitis outbreak in the UK recently. Can you tell me more and how I can best protect my family? 🤔 Have you heard about the recent meningitis outbreak in the UK? Here’s what you need to know. TL;DR: A recent outbreak of bacterial meningitis in the UK, linked to a Read more…
For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective therapies and supportive medications exist.
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Andrea Harmony, NP-C, PMHS
Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best medicine. For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective therapies for social/communication symptoms and medications to help co-occurring conditions (depression, anxiety, irritability) exist. Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Those Nerdy Girls
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. (Note: This post was updated by Those Nerdy Girls from the original published on January 23, 2024.) A recent study showed that Read more…
What are febrile seizures?
Families/Kids General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Febrile seizures most commonly happen in a child between six months and five years old. Though it looks scary, febrile seizures are common and generally not a cause for major concern. A febrile seizure can happen in a child between the ages six months to five years old when they have a fever. A true Read more…
How can I talk to my child about the news?
Families/Kids
Those Nerdy Girls
Address any concerns, talk about the news in an age-appropriate way, and check in regularly. (NOTE: This post was originally published on November 8, 2023.) Many children have questions about what is happening in the world. They may feel afraid, upset, confused, and even guilty. Helping them talk about what they see or hear and Read more…
Do you know how you are going to feed your family this month?
Families/Kids Health Policy Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Update: A federal judge ruled that emergency funds can be used for SNAP, but it’s not yet clear if this applies to all states or only those involved in the lawsuit. The decision could also be appealed or delayed. Even if funds are released, it will take time for them to reach families. That’s why Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything Read more…
I asked a bunch of kids what a “healthy neighborhood” looks like to them.
Families/Kids Health Policy Nerdy Notes
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
This is another in our new series Nerdy Notes: Science in Story & Verse. In these posts, our Nerdy Girl scientists and clinicians will share personal stories, insights, poetry, and more. While these posts may be lighter in terms of numbers and figures, they will still be rooted in our tradition and commitment to providing Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
September 16th is National Working Parents Day. Are you juggling work and family responsibilities? Do you get overwhelmed with trying to do it all and do it well? First, let us honor and validate our struggles and suffering while recognizing that our systems are not set up to support us in “doing it all” well. Read more…
What are newborn screenings?
Families/Kids General HealthRebecca Raskin-Wish
Newborn screenings are simple tests, recommended by American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) done in the hospital, birth center, or clinical office soon after your baby is born. They contain three parts: a hearing screen, a screen to look at oxygen levels, and a blood test to check for metabolic conditions. These tests help Read more…
What is the deal with the new U.S. childhood vaccine schedule?
Families/Kids Vaccines
UPDATE: Recently, the President signed an executive order involving childhood vaccines in the United States. This follows a January 2026 announcement from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that changed the childhood vaccine schedule, but that change has been paused by the courts. This executive order is very similar to that January announcement. Read more…
It’s Back to School Season! Are your kids up-to-date on their vaccines?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Those Nerdy Girls
Goodbye summer… Back-to-School season is almost here! Colder weather and being indoors mean more chances for kids to swap germs of all kinds. Along with shopping for back-to- school supplies, now is a good time to check that your child is well protected against preventable infectious diseases. Current recommendations according to the American Academy of Read more…
There’s a new sunscreen on the block: Here’s what to know.
Families/Kids General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
While that’s exciting (especially for sunscreen nerds), it doesn’t change what we already know: sun safety habits over time matter more than having one more product on a shelf. When I joined Those Nerdy Girls two years ago, sun safety was a topic I was excited to cover. A few years earlier, I’d had skin Read more…
What are the 3 most important sun-safe habits your skin will thank you for?
Families/Kids General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Sun safety requires a combination of everyday protective measures. These include covering up, using sunscreen, and being sensible about sun exposure. 🌞 🌞 Be sure to look out for our post coming tomorrow: “There’s a new sunscreen on the block: Here’s what to know.” (Note: This post was updated by Those Nerdy Girls from the Read more…
Is leucovorin an effective treatment for autism?
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
While probably not harmful, there is not enough evidence that leucovorin is an effective treatment for autism. Demand for the drug among parents of children with autism recently skyrocketed after a press conference last fall in which federal health officials claimed, with little evidence, that the drug is a promising treatment for autism. You may Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Those Nerdy Girls
Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life jackets Read more…
We Missed Some Important Things. You Told Us. We Listened. 🧡 A conversation about Applied Behavior Analysis
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Guest Author Priscilla Corson, LCSW-C
We Missed Some Important Things. You Told Us. We Listened. 🧡 A conversation with Priscilla Corson, AuDHDer and therapist Hosted by MK Haber, Executive Director, Those Nerdy Girls &+ Recorded April 17, 2026 A note before we begin: In February, Those Nerdy Girls published a post on therapies for autism spectrum disorder. Our goal was Read more…
I’ve heard there was a meningitis outbreak in the UK recently. Can you tell me more and how I can best protect my family?
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases Vaccines
I’ve heard there was a meningitis outbreak in the UK recently. Can you tell me more and how I can best protect my family? 🤔 Have you heard about the recent meningitis outbreak in the UK? Here’s what you need to know. TL;DR: A recent outbreak of bacterial meningitis in the UK, linked to a Read more…
For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective therapies and supportive medications exist.
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Andrea Harmony, NP-C, PMHS
Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best medicine. For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective therapies for social/communication symptoms and medications to help co-occurring conditions (depression, anxiety, irritability) exist. Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Those Nerdy Girls
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. (Note: This post was updated by Those Nerdy Girls from the original published on January 23, 2024.) A recent study showed that Read more…
What are febrile seizures?
Families/Kids General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Febrile seizures most commonly happen in a child between six months and five years old. Though it looks scary, febrile seizures are common and generally not a cause for major concern. A febrile seizure can happen in a child between the ages six months to five years old when they have a fever. A true Read more…
How can I talk to my child about the news?
Families/Kids
Those Nerdy Girls
Address any concerns, talk about the news in an age-appropriate way, and check in regularly. (NOTE: This post was originally published on November 8, 2023.) Many children have questions about what is happening in the world. They may feel afraid, upset, confused, and even guilty. Helping them talk about what they see or hear and Read more…
Do you know how you are going to feed your family this month?
Families/Kids Health Policy Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Update: A federal judge ruled that emergency funds can be used for SNAP, but it’s not yet clear if this applies to all states or only those involved in the lawsuit. The decision could also be appealed or delayed. Even if funds are released, it will take time for them to reach families. That’s why Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything Read more…
I asked a bunch of kids what a “healthy neighborhood” looks like to them.
Families/Kids Health Policy Nerdy Notes
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
This is another in our new series Nerdy Notes: Science in Story & Verse. In these posts, our Nerdy Girl scientists and clinicians will share personal stories, insights, poetry, and more. While these posts may be lighter in terms of numbers and figures, they will still be rooted in our tradition and commitment to providing Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Newborn screenings are simple tests, recommended by American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) done in the hospital, birth center, or clinical office soon after your baby is born. They contain three parts: a hearing screen, a screen to look at oxygen levels, and a blood test to check for metabolic conditions. These tests help Read more…
What is the deal with the new U.S. childhood vaccine schedule?
Families/Kids Vaccines
UPDATE: Recently, the President signed an executive order involving childhood vaccines in the United States. This follows a January 2026 announcement from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that changed the childhood vaccine schedule, but that change has been paused by the courts. This executive order is very similar to that January announcement. Read more…
It’s Back to School Season! Are your kids up-to-date on their vaccines?
Families/Kids VaccinesThose Nerdy Girls
Goodbye summer… Back-to-School season is almost here! Colder weather and being indoors mean more chances for kids to swap germs of all kinds. Along with shopping for back-to- school supplies, now is a good time to check that your child is well protected against preventable infectious diseases. Current recommendations according to the American Academy of Read more…
There’s a new sunscreen on the block: Here’s what to know.
Families/Kids General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
While that’s exciting (especially for sunscreen nerds), it doesn’t change what we already know: sun safety habits over time matter more than having one more product on a shelf. When I joined Those Nerdy Girls two years ago, sun safety was a topic I was excited to cover. A few years earlier, I’d had skin Read more…
What are the 3 most important sun-safe habits your skin will thank you for?
Families/Kids General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Sun safety requires a combination of everyday protective measures. These include covering up, using sunscreen, and being sensible about sun exposure. 🌞 🌞 Be sure to look out for our post coming tomorrow: “There’s a new sunscreen on the block: Here’s what to know.” (Note: This post was updated by Those Nerdy Girls from the Read more…
Is leucovorin an effective treatment for autism?
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
While probably not harmful, there is not enough evidence that leucovorin is an effective treatment for autism. Demand for the drug among parents of children with autism recently skyrocketed after a press conference last fall in which federal health officials claimed, with little evidence, that the drug is a promising treatment for autism. You may Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Those Nerdy Girls
Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life jackets Read more…
We Missed Some Important Things. You Told Us. We Listened. 🧡 A conversation about Applied Behavior Analysis
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Guest Author Priscilla Corson, LCSW-C
We Missed Some Important Things. You Told Us. We Listened. 🧡 A conversation with Priscilla Corson, AuDHDer and therapist Hosted by MK Haber, Executive Director, Those Nerdy Girls &+ Recorded April 17, 2026 A note before we begin: In February, Those Nerdy Girls published a post on therapies for autism spectrum disorder. Our goal was Read more…
I’ve heard there was a meningitis outbreak in the UK recently. Can you tell me more and how I can best protect my family?
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases Vaccines
I’ve heard there was a meningitis outbreak in the UK recently. Can you tell me more and how I can best protect my family? 🤔 Have you heard about the recent meningitis outbreak in the UK? Here’s what you need to know. TL;DR: A recent outbreak of bacterial meningitis in the UK, linked to a Read more…
For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective therapies and supportive medications exist.
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Andrea Harmony, NP-C, PMHS
Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best medicine. For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective therapies for social/communication symptoms and medications to help co-occurring conditions (depression, anxiety, irritability) exist. Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Those Nerdy Girls
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. (Note: This post was updated by Those Nerdy Girls from the original published on January 23, 2024.) A recent study showed that Read more…
What are febrile seizures?
Families/Kids General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Febrile seizures most commonly happen in a child between six months and five years old. Though it looks scary, febrile seizures are common and generally not a cause for major concern. A febrile seizure can happen in a child between the ages six months to five years old when they have a fever. A true Read more…
How can I talk to my child about the news?
Families/Kids
Those Nerdy Girls
Address any concerns, talk about the news in an age-appropriate way, and check in regularly. (NOTE: This post was originally published on November 8, 2023.) Many children have questions about what is happening in the world. They may feel afraid, upset, confused, and even guilty. Helping them talk about what they see or hear and Read more…
Do you know how you are going to feed your family this month?
Families/Kids Health Policy Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Update: A federal judge ruled that emergency funds can be used for SNAP, but it’s not yet clear if this applies to all states or only those involved in the lawsuit. The decision could also be appealed or delayed. Even if funds are released, it will take time for them to reach families. That’s why Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything Read more…
I asked a bunch of kids what a “healthy neighborhood” looks like to them.
Families/Kids Health Policy Nerdy Notes
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
This is another in our new series Nerdy Notes: Science in Story & Verse. In these posts, our Nerdy Girl scientists and clinicians will share personal stories, insights, poetry, and more. While these posts may be lighter in terms of numbers and figures, they will still be rooted in our tradition and commitment to providing Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Goodbye summer… Back-to-School season is almost here! Colder weather and being indoors mean more chances for kids to swap germs of all kinds. Along with shopping for back-to- school supplies, now is a good time to check that your child is well protected against preventable infectious diseases. Current recommendations according to the American Academy of Read more…
There’s a new sunscreen on the block: Here’s what to know.
Families/Kids General HealthDaphne Berryhill, RPh
While that’s exciting (especially for sunscreen nerds), it doesn’t change what we already know: sun safety habits over time matter more than having one more product on a shelf. When I joined Those Nerdy Girls two years ago, sun safety was a topic I was excited to cover. A few years earlier, I’d had skin Read more…
What are the 3 most important sun-safe habits your skin will thank you for?
Families/Kids General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Sun safety requires a combination of everyday protective measures. These include covering up, using sunscreen, and being sensible about sun exposure. 🌞 🌞 Be sure to look out for our post coming tomorrow: “There’s a new sunscreen on the block: Here’s what to know.” (Note: This post was updated by Those Nerdy Girls from the Read more…
Is leucovorin an effective treatment for autism?
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
While probably not harmful, there is not enough evidence that leucovorin is an effective treatment for autism. Demand for the drug among parents of children with autism recently skyrocketed after a press conference last fall in which federal health officials claimed, with little evidence, that the drug is a promising treatment for autism. You may Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Those Nerdy Girls
Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life jackets Read more…
We Missed Some Important Things. You Told Us. We Listened. 🧡 A conversation about Applied Behavior Analysis
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Guest Author Priscilla Corson, LCSW-C
We Missed Some Important Things. You Told Us. We Listened. 🧡 A conversation with Priscilla Corson, AuDHDer and therapist Hosted by MK Haber, Executive Director, Those Nerdy Girls &+ Recorded April 17, 2026 A note before we begin: In February, Those Nerdy Girls published a post on therapies for autism spectrum disorder. Our goal was Read more…
I’ve heard there was a meningitis outbreak in the UK recently. Can you tell me more and how I can best protect my family?
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases Vaccines
I’ve heard there was a meningitis outbreak in the UK recently. Can you tell me more and how I can best protect my family? 🤔 Have you heard about the recent meningitis outbreak in the UK? Here’s what you need to know. TL;DR: A recent outbreak of bacterial meningitis in the UK, linked to a Read more…
For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective therapies and supportive medications exist.
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Andrea Harmony, NP-C, PMHS
Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best medicine. For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective therapies for social/communication symptoms and medications to help co-occurring conditions (depression, anxiety, irritability) exist. Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Those Nerdy Girls
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. (Note: This post was updated by Those Nerdy Girls from the original published on January 23, 2024.) A recent study showed that Read more…
What are febrile seizures?
Families/Kids General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Febrile seizures most commonly happen in a child between six months and five years old. Though it looks scary, febrile seizures are common and generally not a cause for major concern. A febrile seizure can happen in a child between the ages six months to five years old when they have a fever. A true Read more…
How can I talk to my child about the news?
Families/Kids
Those Nerdy Girls
Address any concerns, talk about the news in an age-appropriate way, and check in regularly. (NOTE: This post was originally published on November 8, 2023.) Many children have questions about what is happening in the world. They may feel afraid, upset, confused, and even guilty. Helping them talk about what they see or hear and Read more…
Do you know how you are going to feed your family this month?
Families/Kids Health Policy Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Update: A federal judge ruled that emergency funds can be used for SNAP, but it’s not yet clear if this applies to all states or only those involved in the lawsuit. The decision could also be appealed or delayed. Even if funds are released, it will take time for them to reach families. That’s why Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything Read more…
I asked a bunch of kids what a “healthy neighborhood” looks like to them.
Families/Kids Health Policy Nerdy Notes
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
This is another in our new series Nerdy Notes: Science in Story & Verse. In these posts, our Nerdy Girl scientists and clinicians will share personal stories, insights, poetry, and more. While these posts may be lighter in terms of numbers and figures, they will still be rooted in our tradition and commitment to providing Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
While that’s exciting (especially for sunscreen nerds), it doesn’t change what we already know: sun safety habits over time matter more than having one more product on a shelf. When I joined Those Nerdy Girls two years ago, sun safety was a topic I was excited to cover. A few years earlier, I’d had skin Read more…
What are the 3 most important sun-safe habits your skin will thank you for?
Families/Kids General HealthDaphne Berryhill, RPh
Sun safety requires a combination of everyday protective measures. These include covering up, using sunscreen, and being sensible about sun exposure. 🌞 🌞 Be sure to look out for our post coming tomorrow: “There’s a new sunscreen on the block: Here’s what to know.” (Note: This post was updated by Those Nerdy Girls from the Read more…
Is leucovorin an effective treatment for autism?
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
While probably not harmful, there is not enough evidence that leucovorin is an effective treatment for autism. Demand for the drug among parents of children with autism recently skyrocketed after a press conference last fall in which federal health officials claimed, with little evidence, that the drug is a promising treatment for autism. You may Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Those Nerdy Girls
Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life jackets Read more…
We Missed Some Important Things. You Told Us. We Listened. 🧡 A conversation about Applied Behavior Analysis
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Guest Author Priscilla Corson, LCSW-C
We Missed Some Important Things. You Told Us. We Listened. 🧡 A conversation with Priscilla Corson, AuDHDer and therapist Hosted by MK Haber, Executive Director, Those Nerdy Girls &+ Recorded April 17, 2026 A note before we begin: In February, Those Nerdy Girls published a post on therapies for autism spectrum disorder. Our goal was Read more…
I’ve heard there was a meningitis outbreak in the UK recently. Can you tell me more and how I can best protect my family?
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases Vaccines
I’ve heard there was a meningitis outbreak in the UK recently. Can you tell me more and how I can best protect my family? 🤔 Have you heard about the recent meningitis outbreak in the UK? Here’s what you need to know. TL;DR: A recent outbreak of bacterial meningitis in the UK, linked to a Read more…
For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective therapies and supportive medications exist.
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Andrea Harmony, NP-C, PMHS
Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best medicine. For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective therapies for social/communication symptoms and medications to help co-occurring conditions (depression, anxiety, irritability) exist. Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Those Nerdy Girls
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. (Note: This post was updated by Those Nerdy Girls from the original published on January 23, 2024.) A recent study showed that Read more…
What are febrile seizures?
Families/Kids General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Febrile seizures most commonly happen in a child between six months and five years old. Though it looks scary, febrile seizures are common and generally not a cause for major concern. A febrile seizure can happen in a child between the ages six months to five years old when they have a fever. A true Read more…
How can I talk to my child about the news?
Families/Kids
Those Nerdy Girls
Address any concerns, talk about the news in an age-appropriate way, and check in regularly. (NOTE: This post was originally published on November 8, 2023.) Many children have questions about what is happening in the world. They may feel afraid, upset, confused, and even guilty. Helping them talk about what they see or hear and Read more…
Do you know how you are going to feed your family this month?
Families/Kids Health Policy Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Update: A federal judge ruled that emergency funds can be used for SNAP, but it’s not yet clear if this applies to all states or only those involved in the lawsuit. The decision could also be appealed or delayed. Even if funds are released, it will take time for them to reach families. That’s why Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything Read more…
I asked a bunch of kids what a “healthy neighborhood” looks like to them.
Families/Kids Health Policy Nerdy Notes
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
This is another in our new series Nerdy Notes: Science in Story & Verse. In these posts, our Nerdy Girl scientists and clinicians will share personal stories, insights, poetry, and more. While these posts may be lighter in terms of numbers and figures, they will still be rooted in our tradition and commitment to providing Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Sun safety requires a combination of everyday protective measures. These include covering up, using sunscreen, and being sensible about sun exposure. 🌞 🌞 Be sure to look out for our post coming tomorrow: “There’s a new sunscreen on the block: Here’s what to know.” (Note: This post was updated by Those Nerdy Girls from the Read more…
Is leucovorin an effective treatment for autism?
Families/Kids General Health TreatmentsSara Gorman, PhD, MPH
While probably not harmful, there is not enough evidence that leucovorin is an effective treatment for autism. Demand for the drug among parents of children with autism recently skyrocketed after a press conference last fall in which federal health officials claimed, with little evidence, that the drug is a promising treatment for autism. You may Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Those Nerdy Girls
Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life jackets Read more…
We Missed Some Important Things. You Told Us. We Listened. 🧡 A conversation about Applied Behavior Analysis
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Guest Author Priscilla Corson, LCSW-C
We Missed Some Important Things. You Told Us. We Listened. 🧡 A conversation with Priscilla Corson, AuDHDer and therapist Hosted by MK Haber, Executive Director, Those Nerdy Girls &+ Recorded April 17, 2026 A note before we begin: In February, Those Nerdy Girls published a post on therapies for autism spectrum disorder. Our goal was Read more…
I’ve heard there was a meningitis outbreak in the UK recently. Can you tell me more and how I can best protect my family?
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases Vaccines
I’ve heard there was a meningitis outbreak in the UK recently. Can you tell me more and how I can best protect my family? 🤔 Have you heard about the recent meningitis outbreak in the UK? Here’s what you need to know. TL;DR: A recent outbreak of bacterial meningitis in the UK, linked to a Read more…
For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective therapies and supportive medications exist.
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Andrea Harmony, NP-C, PMHS
Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best medicine. For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective therapies for social/communication symptoms and medications to help co-occurring conditions (depression, anxiety, irritability) exist. Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Those Nerdy Girls
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. (Note: This post was updated by Those Nerdy Girls from the original published on January 23, 2024.) A recent study showed that Read more…
What are febrile seizures?
Families/Kids General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Febrile seizures most commonly happen in a child between six months and five years old. Though it looks scary, febrile seizures are common and generally not a cause for major concern. A febrile seizure can happen in a child between the ages six months to five years old when they have a fever. A true Read more…
How can I talk to my child about the news?
Families/Kids
Those Nerdy Girls
Address any concerns, talk about the news in an age-appropriate way, and check in regularly. (NOTE: This post was originally published on November 8, 2023.) Many children have questions about what is happening in the world. They may feel afraid, upset, confused, and even guilty. Helping them talk about what they see or hear and Read more…
Do you know how you are going to feed your family this month?
Families/Kids Health Policy Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Update: A federal judge ruled that emergency funds can be used for SNAP, but it’s not yet clear if this applies to all states or only those involved in the lawsuit. The decision could also be appealed or delayed. Even if funds are released, it will take time for them to reach families. That’s why Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything Read more…
I asked a bunch of kids what a “healthy neighborhood” looks like to them.
Families/Kids Health Policy Nerdy Notes
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
This is another in our new series Nerdy Notes: Science in Story & Verse. In these posts, our Nerdy Girl scientists and clinicians will share personal stories, insights, poetry, and more. While these posts may be lighter in terms of numbers and figures, they will still be rooted in our tradition and commitment to providing Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
While probably not harmful, there is not enough evidence that leucovorin is an effective treatment for autism. Demand for the drug among parents of children with autism recently skyrocketed after a press conference last fall in which federal health officials claimed, with little evidence, that the drug is a promising treatment for autism. You may Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
Families/Kids Staying SafeThose Nerdy Girls
Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life jackets Read more…
We Missed Some Important Things. You Told Us. We Listened. 🧡 A conversation about Applied Behavior Analysis
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Guest Author Priscilla Corson, LCSW-C
We Missed Some Important Things. You Told Us. We Listened. 🧡 A conversation with Priscilla Corson, AuDHDer and therapist Hosted by MK Haber, Executive Director, Those Nerdy Girls &+ Recorded April 17, 2026 A note before we begin: In February, Those Nerdy Girls published a post on therapies for autism spectrum disorder. Our goal was Read more…
I’ve heard there was a meningitis outbreak in the UK recently. Can you tell me more and how I can best protect my family?
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases Vaccines
I’ve heard there was a meningitis outbreak in the UK recently. Can you tell me more and how I can best protect my family? 🤔 Have you heard about the recent meningitis outbreak in the UK? Here’s what you need to know. TL;DR: A recent outbreak of bacterial meningitis in the UK, linked to a Read more…
For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective therapies and supportive medications exist.
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Andrea Harmony, NP-C, PMHS
Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best medicine. For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective therapies for social/communication symptoms and medications to help co-occurring conditions (depression, anxiety, irritability) exist. Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Those Nerdy Girls
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. (Note: This post was updated by Those Nerdy Girls from the original published on January 23, 2024.) A recent study showed that Read more…
What are febrile seizures?
Families/Kids General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Febrile seizures most commonly happen in a child between six months and five years old. Though it looks scary, febrile seizures are common and generally not a cause for major concern. A febrile seizure can happen in a child between the ages six months to five years old when they have a fever. A true Read more…
How can I talk to my child about the news?
Families/Kids
Those Nerdy Girls
Address any concerns, talk about the news in an age-appropriate way, and check in regularly. (NOTE: This post was originally published on November 8, 2023.) Many children have questions about what is happening in the world. They may feel afraid, upset, confused, and even guilty. Helping them talk about what they see or hear and Read more…
Do you know how you are going to feed your family this month?
Families/Kids Health Policy Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Update: A federal judge ruled that emergency funds can be used for SNAP, but it’s not yet clear if this applies to all states or only those involved in the lawsuit. The decision could also be appealed or delayed. Even if funds are released, it will take time for them to reach families. That’s why Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything Read more…
I asked a bunch of kids what a “healthy neighborhood” looks like to them.
Families/Kids Health Policy Nerdy Notes
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
This is another in our new series Nerdy Notes: Science in Story & Verse. In these posts, our Nerdy Girl scientists and clinicians will share personal stories, insights, poetry, and more. While these posts may be lighter in terms of numbers and figures, they will still be rooted in our tradition and commitment to providing Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life jackets Read more…
We Missed Some Important Things. You Told Us. We Listened. 🧡 A conversation about Applied Behavior Analysis
Families/Kids General Health TreatmentsGuest Author Priscilla Corson, LCSW-C
We Missed Some Important Things. You Told Us. We Listened. 🧡 A conversation with Priscilla Corson, AuDHDer and therapist Hosted by MK Haber, Executive Director, Those Nerdy Girls &+ Recorded April 17, 2026 A note before we begin: In February, Those Nerdy Girls published a post on therapies for autism spectrum disorder. Our goal was Read more…
I’ve heard there was a meningitis outbreak in the UK recently. Can you tell me more and how I can best protect my family?
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases Vaccines
I’ve heard there was a meningitis outbreak in the UK recently. Can you tell me more and how I can best protect my family? 🤔 Have you heard about the recent meningitis outbreak in the UK? Here’s what you need to know. TL;DR: A recent outbreak of bacterial meningitis in the UK, linked to a Read more…
For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective therapies and supportive medications exist.
Families/Kids General Health Treatments
Andrea Harmony, NP-C, PMHS
Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best medicine. For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective therapies for social/communication symptoms and medications to help co-occurring conditions (depression, anxiety, irritability) exist. Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Those Nerdy Girls
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. (Note: This post was updated by Those Nerdy Girls from the original published on January 23, 2024.) A recent study showed that Read more…
What are febrile seizures?
Families/Kids General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Febrile seizures most commonly happen in a child between six months and five years old. Though it looks scary, febrile seizures are common and generally not a cause for major concern. A febrile seizure can happen in a child between the ages six months to five years old when they have a fever. A true Read more…
How can I talk to my child about the news?
Families/Kids
Those Nerdy Girls
Address any concerns, talk about the news in an age-appropriate way, and check in regularly. (NOTE: This post was originally published on November 8, 2023.) Many children have questions about what is happening in the world. They may feel afraid, upset, confused, and even guilty. Helping them talk about what they see or hear and Read more…
Do you know how you are going to feed your family this month?
Families/Kids Health Policy Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Update: A federal judge ruled that emergency funds can be used for SNAP, but it’s not yet clear if this applies to all states or only those involved in the lawsuit. The decision could also be appealed or delayed. Even if funds are released, it will take time for them to reach families. That’s why Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything Read more…
I asked a bunch of kids what a “healthy neighborhood” looks like to them.
Families/Kids Health Policy Nerdy Notes
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
This is another in our new series Nerdy Notes: Science in Story & Verse. In these posts, our Nerdy Girl scientists and clinicians will share personal stories, insights, poetry, and more. While these posts may be lighter in terms of numbers and figures, they will still be rooted in our tradition and commitment to providing Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
We Missed Some Important Things. You Told Us. We Listened. 🧡 A conversation with Priscilla Corson, AuDHDer and therapist Hosted by MK Haber, Executive Director, Those Nerdy Girls &+ Recorded April 17, 2026 A note before we begin: In February, Those Nerdy Girls published a post on therapies for autism spectrum disorder. Our goal was Read more…
I’ve heard there was a meningitis outbreak in the UK recently. Can you tell me more and how I can best protect my family?
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases VaccinesI’ve heard there was a meningitis outbreak in the UK recently. Can you tell me more and how I can best protect my family? 🤔 Have you heard about the recent meningitis outbreak in the UK? Here’s what you need to know. TL;DR: A recent outbreak of bacterial meningitis in the UK, linked to a Read more…
For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective therapies and supportive medications exist.
Families/Kids General Health TreatmentsAndrea Harmony, NP-C, PMHS
Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best medicine. For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective therapies for social/communication symptoms and medications to help co-occurring conditions (depression, anxiety, irritability) exist. Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Those Nerdy Girls
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. (Note: This post was updated by Those Nerdy Girls from the original published on January 23, 2024.) A recent study showed that Read more…
What are febrile seizures?
Families/Kids General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Febrile seizures most commonly happen in a child between six months and five years old. Though it looks scary, febrile seizures are common and generally not a cause for major concern. A febrile seizure can happen in a child between the ages six months to five years old when they have a fever. A true Read more…
How can I talk to my child about the news?
Families/Kids
Those Nerdy Girls
Address any concerns, talk about the news in an age-appropriate way, and check in regularly. (NOTE: This post was originally published on November 8, 2023.) Many children have questions about what is happening in the world. They may feel afraid, upset, confused, and even guilty. Helping them talk about what they see or hear and Read more…
Do you know how you are going to feed your family this month?
Families/Kids Health Policy Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Update: A federal judge ruled that emergency funds can be used for SNAP, but it’s not yet clear if this applies to all states or only those involved in the lawsuit. The decision could also be appealed or delayed. Even if funds are released, it will take time for them to reach families. That’s why Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything Read more…
I asked a bunch of kids what a “healthy neighborhood” looks like to them.
Families/Kids Health Policy Nerdy Notes
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
This is another in our new series Nerdy Notes: Science in Story & Verse. In these posts, our Nerdy Girl scientists and clinicians will share personal stories, insights, poetry, and more. While these posts may be lighter in terms of numbers and figures, they will still be rooted in our tradition and commitment to providing Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best medicine. For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), effective therapies for social/communication symptoms and medications to help co-occurring conditions (depression, anxiety, irritability) exist. Continued research is needed, but in the meantime, avoiding unproven and harmful therapies is the best Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive HealthThose Nerdy Girls
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. (Note: This post was updated by Those Nerdy Girls from the original published on January 23, 2024.) A recent study showed that Read more…
What are febrile seizures?
Families/Kids General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Febrile seizures most commonly happen in a child between six months and five years old. Though it looks scary, febrile seizures are common and generally not a cause for major concern. A febrile seizure can happen in a child between the ages six months to five years old when they have a fever. A true Read more…
How can I talk to my child about the news?
Families/Kids
Those Nerdy Girls
Address any concerns, talk about the news in an age-appropriate way, and check in regularly. (NOTE: This post was originally published on November 8, 2023.) Many children have questions about what is happening in the world. They may feel afraid, upset, confused, and even guilty. Helping them talk about what they see or hear and Read more…
Do you know how you are going to feed your family this month?
Families/Kids Health Policy Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Update: A federal judge ruled that emergency funds can be used for SNAP, but it’s not yet clear if this applies to all states or only those involved in the lawsuit. The decision could also be appealed or delayed. Even if funds are released, it will take time for them to reach families. That’s why Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything Read more…
I asked a bunch of kids what a “healthy neighborhood” looks like to them.
Families/Kids Health Policy Nerdy Notes
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
This is another in our new series Nerdy Notes: Science in Story & Verse. In these posts, our Nerdy Girl scientists and clinicians will share personal stories, insights, poetry, and more. While these posts may be lighter in terms of numbers and figures, they will still be rooted in our tradition and commitment to providing Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. (Note: This post was updated by Those Nerdy Girls from the original published on January 23, 2024.) A recent study showed that Read more…
What are febrile seizures?
Families/Kids General HealthRebecca Raskin-Wish
Febrile seizures most commonly happen in a child between six months and five years old. Though it looks scary, febrile seizures are common and generally not a cause for major concern. A febrile seizure can happen in a child between the ages six months to five years old when they have a fever. A true Read more…
How can I talk to my child about the news?
Families/Kids
Those Nerdy Girls
Address any concerns, talk about the news in an age-appropriate way, and check in regularly. (NOTE: This post was originally published on November 8, 2023.) Many children have questions about what is happening in the world. They may feel afraid, upset, confused, and even guilty. Helping them talk about what they see or hear and Read more…
Do you know how you are going to feed your family this month?
Families/Kids Health Policy Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Update: A federal judge ruled that emergency funds can be used for SNAP, but it’s not yet clear if this applies to all states or only those involved in the lawsuit. The decision could also be appealed or delayed. Even if funds are released, it will take time for them to reach families. That’s why Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything Read more…
I asked a bunch of kids what a “healthy neighborhood” looks like to them.
Families/Kids Health Policy Nerdy Notes
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
This is another in our new series Nerdy Notes: Science in Story & Verse. In these posts, our Nerdy Girl scientists and clinicians will share personal stories, insights, poetry, and more. While these posts may be lighter in terms of numbers and figures, they will still be rooted in our tradition and commitment to providing Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Febrile seizures most commonly happen in a child between six months and five years old. Though it looks scary, febrile seizures are common and generally not a cause for major concern. A febrile seizure can happen in a child between the ages six months to five years old when they have a fever. A true Read more…
How can I talk to my child about the news?
Families/KidsThose Nerdy Girls
Address any concerns, talk about the news in an age-appropriate way, and check in regularly. (NOTE: This post was originally published on November 8, 2023.) Many children have questions about what is happening in the world. They may feel afraid, upset, confused, and even guilty. Helping them talk about what they see or hear and Read more…
Do you know how you are going to feed your family this month?
Families/Kids Health Policy Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Update: A federal judge ruled that emergency funds can be used for SNAP, but it’s not yet clear if this applies to all states or only those involved in the lawsuit. The decision could also be appealed or delayed. Even if funds are released, it will take time for them to reach families. That’s why Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything Read more…
I asked a bunch of kids what a “healthy neighborhood” looks like to them.
Families/Kids Health Policy Nerdy Notes
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
This is another in our new series Nerdy Notes: Science in Story & Verse. In these posts, our Nerdy Girl scientists and clinicians will share personal stories, insights, poetry, and more. While these posts may be lighter in terms of numbers and figures, they will still be rooted in our tradition and commitment to providing Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Address any concerns, talk about the news in an age-appropriate way, and check in regularly. (NOTE: This post was originally published on November 8, 2023.) Many children have questions about what is happening in the world. They may feel afraid, upset, confused, and even guilty. Helping them talk about what they see or hear and Read more…
Do you know how you are going to feed your family this month?
Families/Kids Health Policy Social and Racial JusticeMK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Update: A federal judge ruled that emergency funds can be used for SNAP, but it’s not yet clear if this applies to all states or only those involved in the lawsuit. The decision could also be appealed or delayed. Even if funds are released, it will take time for them to reach families. That’s why Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything Read more…
I asked a bunch of kids what a “healthy neighborhood” looks like to them.
Families/Kids Health Policy Nerdy Notes
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
This is another in our new series Nerdy Notes: Science in Story & Verse. In these posts, our Nerdy Girl scientists and clinicians will share personal stories, insights, poetry, and more. While these posts may be lighter in terms of numbers and figures, they will still be rooted in our tradition and commitment to providing Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Update: A federal judge ruled that emergency funds can be used for SNAP, but it’s not yet clear if this applies to all states or only those involved in the lawsuit. The decision could also be appealed or delayed. Even if funds are released, it will take time for them to reach families. That’s why Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health VideosThose Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything Read more…
I asked a bunch of kids what a “healthy neighborhood” looks like to them.
Families/Kids Health Policy Nerdy Notes
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
This is another in our new series Nerdy Notes: Science in Story & Verse. In these posts, our Nerdy Girl scientists and clinicians will share personal stories, insights, poetry, and more. While these posts may be lighter in terms of numbers and figures, they will still be rooted in our tradition and commitment to providing Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious DiseasesAshley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything Read more…
I asked a bunch of kids what a “healthy neighborhood” looks like to them.
Families/Kids Health Policy Nerdy Notes
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
This is another in our new series Nerdy Notes: Science in Story & Verse. In these posts, our Nerdy Girl scientists and clinicians will share personal stories, insights, poetry, and more. While these posts may be lighter in terms of numbers and figures, they will still be rooted in our tradition and commitment to providing Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious DiseasesAshley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything Read more…
I asked a bunch of kids what a “healthy neighborhood” looks like to them.
Families/Kids Health Policy Nerdy Notes
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
This is another in our new series Nerdy Notes: Science in Story & Verse. In these posts, our Nerdy Girl scientists and clinicians will share personal stories, insights, poetry, and more. While these posts may be lighter in terms of numbers and figures, they will still be rooted in our tradition and commitment to providing Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything Read more…
I asked a bunch of kids what a “healthy neighborhood” looks like to them.
Families/Kids Health Policy Nerdy NotesMacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
This is another in our new series Nerdy Notes: Science in Story & Verse. In these posts, our Nerdy Girl scientists and clinicians will share personal stories, insights, poetry, and more. While these posts may be lighter in terms of numbers and figures, they will still be rooted in our tradition and commitment to providing Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
This is another in our new series Nerdy Notes: Science in Story & Verse. In these posts, our Nerdy Girl scientists and clinicians will share personal stories, insights, poetry, and more. While these posts may be lighter in terms of numbers and figures, they will still be rooted in our tradition and commitment to providing Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines VideosThose Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
