People I (Mostly) Admire 17. Emily Oster: “I Am a Woman Who Is Prominently Discussing Vaginas.”
Feb 27, 2021
Emily Oster, a Brown University economist and best-selling author, is known for her data-driven insights on pregnancy and child-rearing. She shares her journey from academic to advocate during the pandemic, emphasizing the importance of reopening schools backed by data. The conversation dives into parenting myths, such as whether coffee is harmful during pregnancy, and the emotional toll of remote learning on children. Oster also tackles gender bias in research and the need for open discussions about women's health issues, breaking societal taboos.
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Early Data Enthusiasm
- At nine years old, Emily Oster started a neighborhood newsletter with data analysis.
- Even earlier, her childhood stories were compiled into a book, "Narratives from the Crib."
Pregnancy Data Deep Dive
- Emily Oster's interest in data analysis shifted to pregnancy information after becoming pregnant.
- She found existing pregnancy advice patronizing and incomplete.
Data-Driven Pregnancy Decisions
- In "Expecting Better," Oster analyzes pregnancy research data to empower women.
- She encourages women to make their own decisions based on data, not just blind trust.
