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Mentioned in 22 episodes
Cribsheet
A Data-Driven Guide to Better, More Relaxed Parenting, from Birth to Preschool
Book • 2019
In 'Cribsheet', Emily Oster applies her economic perspective to the challenges of early parenting.
The book debunks myths and conventional wisdom by analyzing research and scientific studies on various parenting issues such as breastfeeding, circumcision, sleep training, and childcare.
Oster emphasizes that there is often no single 'right' answer and that decisions should be based on a combination of data and what works best for each family's unique circumstances.
The book aims to empower parents with a decision framework, helping them navigate the complexities of parenting with a calm and informed approach.
The book debunks myths and conventional wisdom by analyzing research and scientific studies on various parenting issues such as breastfeeding, circumcision, sleep training, and childcare.
Oster emphasizes that there is often no single 'right' answer and that decisions should be based on a combination of data and what works best for each family's unique circumstances.
The book aims to empower parents with a decision framework, helping them navigate the complexities of parenting with a calm and informed approach.
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Mentioned in 22 episodes
Mentioned by 

, criticizing her parenting advice as prioritizing parental convenience over children's needs.


Gabor Maté

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Dr. Gabor Maté On How Trauma Fuels Disease
Mentioned by Amy when discussing factors influencing children's success; highlighting Oster's research on parenting.

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Mailbag #10: Simplifying Life, Parenting Lessons, Childcare Hacks, Family Travel Tips and More
Mentioned by 

when explaining why she wrote a follow-up book addressing breastfeeding and other early parenting decisions.


Emily Oster

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Parenting Expert Emily Oster: The #1 Parenting Mistake That Causes Unnecessary Stress (Use THIS Data-Backed Framework to Debunk the Biggest Parenting Myths!)
Mentioned by 

, referring to Emily Oster's works.


Ryan Holiday

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31 Books A Parent Should Read (The Ultimate Reading List)
Mentioned by 

in the context of books about pregnancy and childbirth.


Saagar Enjeti

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4/15/25: Dave Smith Sounds Off On Murray Debate And Trump Israel, Trump Tariff Class War, Saagar's Huge Announcement
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when discussing the challenges faced by parents during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.


Kara Swisher

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How to Raise the Next Scott Galloway
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as one of 

's books.


Yascha Mounk


Emily Oster

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Emily Oster on What’s Gone Wrong with Modern Parenting
Mentioned by 

as one of her books on parenting, based on data and evidence.


Emily Oster

35 snips
Is The American Dream Alive and Well? A Live Debate.
Mentioned by Emily Oster when introducing herself and her work.

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Hezbollah's Pagers and Walkie-Talkies Explode. Now What?
Mentioned by 

as 

's follow-up book applying data analysis to early childrearing topics.


Steve Levitt


Emily Oster

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17. Emily Oster: “I Am a Woman Who Is Prominently Discussing Vaginas.”










