ParentData with Emily Oster

In this podcast, they discuss the invisible labor in households and the inequities in the division of visible work. Guest Eve Rodsky offers solutions to rebalance workloads and save marriages. They also explore strategies for improving the division of household labor and the need to make invisible work visible. The hosts share anecdotes about interruptions, responsibilities, and dealing with groceries. They discuss the benefits of Hello Fresh and the sponsorship by Framebridge. Lastly, they talk about how making a list of household chores can help appreciate partners and understand responsibilities.

Sex in long-term relationships, often after kids — it’s something many people struggle with. When we did a big ParentData survey on your sex lives, a lot of you expressed unhappiness, stress, and pressure about how much sex was the “right” amount, whether you were behind (or too far ahead!). Today on ParentData, Emily Nagoski — sex researcher and author of “Come Together: The Science (and Art!) of Creating Lasting Sexual Connections” —  is here to talk about taking that pressure off and redefining normal. We dive into the anxiety long-term couples face, how much sex everyone else is really having and how little that should matter for you and your partner, and how to evolve sexually… together. Subscribe to ParentData.org for free access to new articles every week on data-driven pregnancy and parenting.

Megan Roche, researcher and trail runner, discusses easing back into postpartum activity, the undervalued women's health research, and the importance of carbohydrates. Tips include individualized exercise recommendations, self-care priorities, and the significance of pelvic floor physical therapy for well-being.

Learn about the fascinating journey of how children learn to speak, including the complexities of language development, challenges faced by parents, and the difficulty of learning English. Discover interesting insights on the brain processes involved in language learning and AI language models. Enjoy funny anecdotes about children's first words and a special offer from HelloFresh.

Professional ice climber and author, Majka Burhardt, shares her intense and graceful approach to parenting, offering inspiration over the holidays. Topics include maintaining personal identity while embracing parenthood, challenges of balancing motherhood with a dynamic career, and the importance of open and honest communication with children about parenting.

Marisa Renee Lee, author of 'Grief Is Love,' discusses navigating grief while parenting and the challenges of balancing personal sorrow and creating a joyful experience for children. They emphasize the importance of normalizing big emotions, honesty and communication with children, and supporting kids through the mourning process.

The ARRIVE trial debunked the myth of increased C-section risk with labor induction. The debate on elective induction in obstetrics and the importance of making informed choices. Key findings from the Arrived trial that induction does not increase the risk of C-section. Discussion on epidurals during induction and the benefits of unexpected inductions for mental and emotional preparation.

Psychiatrist Dr. Pooja Lakshmin critiques the performative and superficial nature of self-care, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries and achieving long-term well-being. They discuss redefining wellness beyond spa days and scented candles, and explore the impact of births on marital satisfaction. The chapter also delves into the challenges of breastfeeding and the need to recognize alternative options for nourishing oneself. Additionally, they emphasize the importance of not falling for panic-inducing headlines and analyzing the limited significance of a study on excessive television viewing in young children.

Earlier this year, Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued a new advisory about the effects of social media on the mental health of young people. These advisories are rare; we're used to seeing them on the sides of cigarette packs, where the negative health risks are indisputable. But social media and smartphones are more complicated. Today on ParentData, Dr. Murthy discusses the individual and systemic issues that led him to issue the advisory, and what he hopes, as both the nation's doctor and his kids’ father, it will accomplish. Subscribe to ParentData.org for free access to new articles every week on data-driven pregnancy and parenting.

Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett discuss modern puberty and parenting strategies, emphasizing the importance of communication and support. They delve into the changing timing and factors of puberty and the concept of setting limits to make kids feel safe. The podcast also includes embarrassing puberty stories and mentions their book 'This is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained.'