Free-Range Parenting & Other Stories
Every week, we corral the best wellness stories from around the internet—just in time for your weekend bookmarking. This week: never-before-seen pictures of the mysterious minke whales of Antarctica, how exercising in childhood can have lifelong health benefits, and why free-range parenting is coming under scrutiny.
Beneath the Ice
Grist
For the first time, scientists are getting a breathtaking glimpse into the elusive world of minke whales, whose habitats are changing in the face of global warming.
What Young Rats' Workouts Could Tell Us about the Human Heart
The New York Times
New research hints at the potential lifelong cardiovascular benefits of exercising at a young age.
Snow Monkeys Can De-stress by Taking Hot Baths — Just Like Humans
Business Insider
According to a new study, we’re not alone in appreciating the benefits of a hot soak.
"Free-Range" Parenting's Unfair Double Standard
The Atlantic
While there is no “right” way to raise a child, writer Jessica Calarco examines when free-range parenting could become neglect.