Sarah Granger

Mar 6, 2025 | biorxiv.org | Sarah Granger |Katie Roome |Scott Allen |Laura Ferraiuolo

AbstractIntroduction: ALS is a neurodegenerative disorder characterised by progressive upper and lower motor neuron loss. A GGGGCC hexanucleotide repeat expansion (HRE) in the C9orf72 gene is the most common mutation found in populations of European descent. Mitochondrial dysfunction has been observed in C9orf72-ALS patients and models of the disease, however reports on mitochondrial clearance via mitophagy in C9orf72-ALS are limited.

Feb 9, 2024 | pnmag.com | Sarah Granger |Jennifer Torres

Swaddling can be an effective way for new parents to calm a restless infant and help them clock some shuteye—but you’ve got to get it right. Experts: Amanda Lea, RN; Rachel Moon, MD; Jennifer Sonney, PhD, ARNP, PPCNP, BC, FAANP, FAANAs timeless as a lullaby and nearly as soothing as being rocked in a parent’s arms, swaddling baby’s body has been recommended across generations—and cultures—as a trusted way to settle fussy babes. But although swaddling may be time-tested, it isn’t without risk.

Jan 25, 2024 | medium.com | Sarah Granger

Recently, I’ve noticed more people hesitating to join the national conversation about our upcoming election than in previous years and I find this troubling. Being “political” has been given a negative slant for many years in popular culture. This is not a new thing, but the influx of trolls after social media took hold heightened this narrative.

Dec 28, 2023 | pnmag.com | Sarah Granger

If you’re reading this article, there’s a good chance that we have a common goal: To be the best parents we can be to our little ones. It’s an overwhelming task, particularly when everyone seems to have an opinion about what’s right and what’s wrong. My best friend is very vocally antivaccine, but my MD sister-in-law swears by them. My sister gave my nieces a bottle, but I breastfed my babies exclusively. So who’s right? Who’s wrong?

Dec 13, 2023 | pnmag.com | Sarah Granger

Perhaps you interviewed a dozen midwives before finding the right one, or maybe your maternity care will continue with the same family doctor you’ve trusted for years. No matter your circumstances, the first prenatal appointment is a big one. Not only will your prenatal care provider be checking to ensure you and your baby are both on track, but this is also your first opportunity to ask those burning questions you’ve wondered about since first seeing that positive pregnancy test.