parenting

Positive Parenting May Reverse Epigenetic Age in Children Affected by Adversity

Growing up amid adversity, encompassing elements like poverty, child maltreatment, and community violence, not only poses a significant risk for…

3 months ago

Mom’s Behavior May Leave a Lasting Mark on Her Child’s Genes

From the moment a child is born, a mother's love and care are crucial for their physical and mental development,…

1 year ago

Researchers Find That Moms Pass On Additional Epigenetic Information To Their Children

Our understanding of early development and its importance for lifelong health is constantly evolving, thanks in part to the growing…

2 years ago

How Epigenetics Can Restrict Parent-Specific Gene Information

Children are a blend of both their parent’s genes, but not necessarily in an equal way. Some genes inherited from…

2 years ago

Fathers Affected by Early Life Trauma May Impact Later Generations Through Sperm MicroRNAs

When it comes to reproductive health, it’s no secret that a pregnant mother’s choices and environment can severely impact her…

6 years ago

Cuddling Can Leave Positive Epigenetic Traces on Your Baby’s DNA

You might be familiar with the popular epigenetic study that suggests when mother rats lick their pups, they leave epigenetic…

6 years ago

Moms Exposed to Lead May Impact DNA Methylation of Her Children and Grandchildren

Evidence supporting multigenerational epigenetic inheritance continues to mount as a group of researchers discover that mothers who have a significant…

8 years ago

Delivery by Cesaerian Section Linked to Epigenetic Changes in Infant’s Blood Stem Cells

The way a baby is delivered may epigenetically impact stem cells of the infant, according to a new study at…

10 years ago