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I generally agree with your sentiment. But To be fair, the linked article about the scientific part of the supermom actually takes a very critical look at the scientific studies.

Also applying the principle of charity [1], you could think of it this way: the author looked at some studies, did a field trip. Now she tries an experiment at home and reports on it. She does not claim to present any rigorous scientific findings.

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[1] https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Principle_of_charity




At least someone tried which is more than can be said about many sociology studies.

We just need this to also be reproduced in a more rigorous setting and design.




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