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Emily Oster's book on pregnancy was mentioned, as she has written several books related to pregnancy and parenting, and she uses data to help parents make big decisions.
And you've written a lot of books. Is that right?
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Emily Oster's book on pregnancy was mentioned, as she has written several books related to pregnancy and parenting, and she uses data to help parents make big decisions.
And you've written a lot of books. Is that right?
Yes, I have three books, one on pregnancy and two on parenting at different ages. I've kind of made a career out of the fact that a lot of parents want information and they want data.
Emily's books about pregnancy and early parenting have been bestsellers, but her research focus is a little different.
Episode: Why Do People Keep Having Children? (Rebroadcast)
The book discussed conventional pregnancy wisdom and provided insights into what expecting parents truly need to know, which was discussed in the context of fertility.
She's also the author of a book called Expecting Better, Why Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom is Wrong and What You Really Need to Know.
Episode: 186. Why Do People Keep Having Children?
It was mentioned in the context of Emily Oster's research on fertility, specifically discussing conventional pregnancy wisdom and what expectant mothers truly need to know.
She's also the author of a book called Expecting Better, Why Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom Is Wrong and What You Really Need to Know.