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Mentioned in 23 episodes

Expecting better

Why the Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom Is Wrong—and What You Really Need to Know

Book • 2013

In *Expecting Better*, Emily Oster, an award-winning economist, evaluates the data behind conventional pregnancy rules and discovers that many are misguided or flat-out wrong.

The book explains everything from the real effects of caffeine and alcohol to the surprising dangers of gardening, aiming to empower pregnant women to make their own informed decisions and enjoy a healthy and relaxed pregnancy.

It is organized into sections covering conception, each trimester, and labor and delivery, making it accessible and practical for pregnant women.

Mentioned by

Lenny Rachitsky

Mentioned in 23 episodes

Mentioned by

Chris Hutchins

as a source of information and guidance on parenting.

Simplify Decision Making, Reduce Stress and Improve Your Life with Sahil Bloom

Mentioned by

Laura Modi

and

Lenny Rachitsky

; a book on pregnancy.

How to build a cult-like brand | Laura Modi (Bobbie)

Mentioned by

Chris Hutchins

and

Emily Oster

in the context of challenging conventional pregnancy wisdom.

Debunking the Biggest Parenting Myths with Emily Oster

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

, referring to Emily Oster's works.

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

Mentioned by

Albert Mohler

in the context of a discussion about sex education and fertility.

Thursday, March 20, 2025

Mentioned by

Saagar Enjeti

when discussing books he read during his wife's pregnancy.

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Mentioned by

Kara Swisher

in the context of discussing the challenges faced by parents during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.

How to Raise the Next Scott Galloway

Mentioned by

Jonah Goldberg

as one of

Emily Oster

's books.

Parenting in the Modern Age | Interview: Emily Oster

Mentioned by

Yascha Mounk

as one of

Emily Oster

's books.

Emily Oster on What’s Gone Wrong with Modern Parenting

Mentioned by

Emily Oster

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

Is The American Dream Alive and Well? A Live Debate.

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