Moms Podcast Takeover: A Pro-Science Parents Guide to Instagram, Pt. 1

Social media can feel like a minefield for parents. Every scroll brings a fresh wave of chemical scares, “toxic” warnings or the latest must-try health fad—if you want to be a “good mom,” that is. This week on the Science Dispatch podcast, two ACSH moms step into the host seats: video reporter Ana Dolaskie and science teacher Desiree English. They push back against the fearmongering and offer evidence-based guidance to help parents navigate Instagram (and the rest of the internet) with confidence instead of anxiety. Image: ACSH Join Ana Dolaskie and Desiree English as they tackle the benefits of boredom, vitamin K shots and the science of parenting. Articles discussed: Newborns routinely receive the Vitamin K shot immediately after birth to prevent vitamin K deficiency bleeding (VKDB), a rare but potentially life-threatening condition that can cause brain bleeds. Despite strong evidence that the shot saves lives, refusal rates have risen 77% in recent years, fueled by social media. From one parent to another, don’t fall for myths that could endanger your child. “I’m bored” may sound like a problem to solve, but it’s an opportunity in disguise. In a world where screens and packed schedules dominate childhood, boredom has quietly
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