Tyler Santora

Tyler Santora is the Health & Science editor at Fatherly. They write and edit stories on topics ranging from child development, parenting, fitness, wellness, neurodiversity, men’s health, fertility, and more. They also write the science-themed Fatherly newsletter that comes out every Friday and occasionally write about books and LGBTQ+ issues for Fatherly’s Play and Trending sections.

Tyler is also a freelance science journalist. They have written for publications such as Scientific American, Popular Science, Live Science, Business Insider, Nature Medicine, Undark, Medscape, and more. Tyler is a members of the National Association of Science Writers and the Trans Journalists Association. They hold a Master's in Science, Health & Environmental Reporting from New York University and a Bachelor’s in Biology from Oberlin College.

Tyler lives in Aurora, CO with their partner and a rotating cast of foster dogs. In their free time, they enjoy writing fiction, playing quadball, and volunteering at a dog shelter. You can follow Tyler on Twitter @Tara_Santora and check out their website tylersantora.com.

Health

Colorectal Cancer Is Becoming More Common For People Under 50. But Why?

By Tyler Santora

What you should know about the rise of colorectal cancer in younger adults — and symptoms to look out for.

Screen Time

Too Much TV May Have A Shocking Effect On Toddlers

By Tyler Santora

A new study looks at the link between atypical sensory processing and screen time.

Talk It Out

Nursery Rhymes Help Babies Learn Language — Even In The Womb

By Tyler Santora

It’s all about the rhythm of your speech.

Woof Woof!

Why Do Dogs Wag Their Tails? A New Theory Speaks Volumes

By Tyler Santora

Scientists have two hypotheses why dogs evolved to wag their tails, and one is absolutely adorable.

Children's Health

Scientists Have Discovered The Likely Culprit Behind Sudden Unexplained Death In Children — So What Now?

By Tyler Santora

New research reveals the “smoking gun” that could be behind sudden unexplained death in children (SUDC).

Watch Together

Phew! The New Live-Action 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' Looks Good, Actually

By Tyler Santora

This is gonna be rad.

Wellness

This 20-Minute Mindfulness Practice Is The Key To Better Sleep

By Tyler Santora

And it’s done lying down.

Trans Kids

Anti-Gender-Affirming Care Laws Constitute Child Abuse, Argues Bombshell Paper

By Tyler Santora

Laws that ban gender-affirming care for trans youth amount to medical neglect and emotional abuse, pediatricians argue in a new paper.

Screen Time

Maybe The Internet Doesn't Actually Hurt Mental Health

By Tyler Santora

A new study challenges the widely held belief that the internet is bad for well-being.

Screen Time

One Very Important Reason Not To Show Kids Adult TV Shows

By Tyler Santora

New research emphasizes the dangers of letting kids watch shows not meant for them.

Take A Stroll

Walking Linked To Lower Type 2 Diabetes Risk — If You Go This Fast

By Tyler Santora

Walking is great for your health. Walking quickly is even better.

Wellness

Bad Night's Sleep? Just 20 Minutes Of This Activity Can Help

By Tyler Santora

Sorry, but it’s not a nap.

Health

These 7 Lifestyle Habits Are Linked To A Lower Risk Of Cancer

By Tyler Santora

Little lifestyle changes can make a big difference.

Nutrition

A Salt-Heavy Diet Is Now Linked To A Higher Risk Of This Common Disease

By Tyler Santora

A new study highlights yet another reason to be mindful of how much sodium you consume.

Health

The Fatherly Guide To Testosterone

By Tyler Santora

Testosterone is incredibly important for men's health. And when levels get low, things get rocky. Luckily, we have everything you could need to know about T.

Nutrition

Let Your Kids Eat As Many Sweets As They Want For The Holidays. It’s Good For Them

By Tyler Santora

Bestselling author Virginia Sole-Smith wants you to challenge diet culture at the holidays — even if that means the kids don’t eat veggies for a week.

Nutrition

Intermittent Fasting Doesn't Need To Be Extreme To Boost Mood And Lower Hunger

By Tyler Santora

Eating all your meals within a 10-hour window really isn’t that wild of an idea.

Fitness

You Don't Have To Get Big To Reap The Brain Benefits Of Strength Training

By Tyler Santora

Strength is more important than muscle mass, a recent study finds.

Health

The Life Expectancy Gap Between Men And Women Hasn’t Been This Bad In 25 Years

By Tyler Santora

Fortunately, there’s something men can do about it.

Heart Health

The Eye-Opening Reason You Need To Switch To A Standing Desk ASAP

By Tyler Santora

Your health depends on it.