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June 1, 2023
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Conception

The Science Behind Making A Baby On Vacation

ByPatrick A. Coleman

Stress less for procreation sex.

Dad Bod

7 Bodyweight Exercises To Injury-Proof Runners

ByJulia Savacool

If running is your only form of exercise, you’re asking for an injury. Here’s a workout to help you go the distance.

Baby Names

The 35 Most Popular Unisex Baby Names In The U.S. (And Then Some)

ByLauren Vinopal

Shift to neutral.

Mental Health

Clancy Martin Is Making Peace With His Suicidal Tendencies

ByTyler Santora

Depression is something one lives with, not something we can eliminate. Martin helps us all understand this — and build a philosophy to combat it.

LGBTQ+

Why Trans Kids Need To Be Allowed In Sports, According To A Trans Athlete

ByTyler Santora

Legislators across the country are trying to ban trans kids from sports. Swimmer and advocate Schuyler Bailar explains why they shouldn't.

Dad Bod

Supercharge Your Calves With This Simple But Serious Workout

ByJulia Savacool

The calves are one of the most injury-prone muscles. Strengthening them is your best protection.

LGBTQ+

Should You Take Young Kids To A Pride Parade?

ByHeather Tirado Gilligan

Kids can join in Pride, but there are conversations you should have beforehand.

LGBTQ+

6 Things To Say When Your Son Comes Out

ByIsobel Whitcomb

Show your support with these simple phrases.

Kids' Health

Ozempic Found To Help Kids With Obesity Lose Weight. Is That Good Enough?

BySofia Quaglia

Let’s talk about some other measures of health.

Relationships

The Scientific Case For Prioritizing Your Partner Over Your Kids

ByLauren Vinopal

Many parents who put their kids first fight bitterly due to feelings of marginalization — and traumatize their children as a result.

Good Greif

The Real Reason Men Struggle With Friendship

ByMike Diago

Making friends is something we learn how to do when we’re still in diapers. So why are grown men so bad at it?

Travel

Why You Feel Like Crap After Vacation — And How To Prevent The Crash

BySarah Simon

Tips on avoiding post-vacation burnout.

Dad Bod

The Best Bodyweight Workout For Weight Loss

ByJulia Savacool

Looking for a weight loss workout that you can do at home? Look no further.

Relationships

What Is The Ideal Age Difference For A Happy Marriage?

ByLauren Vinopal

Men and women with younger spouses are the most satisfied. But give it a few years...

Wellness

What Causes Dark Circles Under Eyes? A Dermatologist Explains

BySofia Quaglia

And how can you make them go away?

Making Amends

How To Comfort A Child After Mom Or Dad Gets Angry

ByMatthew Utley

It’s still possible to be a good parent after you lose your temper.