Research Archives

05.12.2025 Office of the United States Agency for International Development in Washington, DC

Recent U.S. funding cuts will likely increase maternal, child, and infant mortality, undermining decades of progress in global health.

Fellow Rowena Lindsay

05.06.2025 silhouette of a stressed mother taking care of her young child

Higher maternal stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms during pregnancy are associated with higher negative temperament in children.

Guest Author Francheska M. Merced-Nieves

04.15.2025 portrait of a young woman wearing headphones, listening to a guided meditation for her mental health

As demand for mental health services rises, digital platforms that combine self-guided tools with provider-led care are essential.

Guest Author Molly Nowels

04.08.2025 Aerial view of lower Manhattan New York City

Climate-related policies in New York City have improved air quality across the city, particularly benefitting mothers in polluted areas.

Guest Author Frederica P. Perera

04.01.2025 Portrait of a young woman sitting along in a kitchen and drinking a glass of wine

Wine mom culture—the phenomenon of using wine as a coping mechanism—is widely accepted and is fostering concerning habits among some women.

Fellow Dani Weissert

03.27.2025 Portrait of mother, father and son preparing and eating breakfast in the kitchen at home.

MyPlate is designed to help people and families eat a healthy diet, but only 29% of adults with young children are aware of this resource.

Guest Authors Molly Waring, Kate Killion

03.26.2025 Close-up of a young girl with chickenpox measles on her body. Missed vaccination concept

The health landscape in the United States reveals that both access barriers and exemption trends are contributing to vaccination gaps.

Fellow Jude Sleiman

03.19.2025 Close-up of fluoridated water coming out of the tap

While water fluoridation has demonstrated public health benefits, its role in modern society is being questioned.

Fellow Jude Sleiman

03.11.2025 back view of a young child holding a white teddy bear and standing alone at the window

Policies that address poverty can have positive spillover effects on broader outcomes, including improving child well-being.

Guest Author Tia Palermo

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