Tara Haelle, Contributor

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Young Boys Allegedly Abused By Air Force Colonel Now In His Sole Custody

The Air Force colonel alleged to have abused his two 6-year-old sons has just been awarded sole custody of the boys, who have lived only with their mother for five years.

Young Boys Allegedly Abused By Air Force Colonel Now In His Sole Custody

The Air Force colonel alleged to have abused his two 6-year-old sons has just been awarded sole custody of the boys, who have lived only with their mother for five years.

Fuel For Mommy Shaming: Breastfeeding And Alcohol Study Deeply Misleading

A new breastfeeding and alcohol study makes grossly misleading claims whose only contribution is fuel for wrongfully criticizing mothers.

Bayer’s Removal Of Contraceptive Device Essure Praised By Activists

Activists are grateful to see Bayer stop sales and distribution of the permanent contraceptive device Essure, but women’s health providers say the decision reduces women’s options.

Failure To Protect: Air Force Handling Of Colonel’s Child Sex Assault Charges Raises Questions

When the preschool-aged twins of an Air Force colonel repeatedly came home with suspicious injuries — and then one described sexual abuse — authorities got involved. And then unexpectedly closed the case.

Dairy Industry Trumps Infant Health With U.S. Rejection Of Breastfeeding Resolution

The administration’s refusal to support restrictions on formula marketing shows its willingness to prioritize industry economic interests over the health and wellbeing of children.

Pediatrician Bob Sears’ License Temporarily Revoked After Questionable Vaccine Exemption

“Dr Bob” Sears, known for promoting a non-evidence-based vaccination schedule contrary to the CDC schedule, has been sanctioned by California’s Medical Board.

Any Breastfeeding — Even If Combined With Formula — Cuts SIDS Risk In Half

Even a combination of breastfeeding and formula feeding appears to help substantially protect infants against dying from SIDS in their sleep.