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In a recent Dengarden article, I shared some of my favorite ways to reduce pollen exposure at home. While we can't completely eliminate pollen, a few simple habits can make a big difference. Keeping windows closed during peak pollen season, changing clothes after spending time outdoors, and washing bedding regularly can all help limit the amount of pollen circulating in your home.

When people think about weekend cleaning, they often focus on visible clutter. But from an allergy perspective, some of the most important tasks are the ones that help reduce allergens and improve indoor air quality.

Most people wash their sheets regularly. Their mattress? Not so much.

Spring cleaning season often comes with long to-do lists, overflowing donation piles, and a push to organize every corner of the house. But one common seasonal habit may be getting more attention than it deserves.

Vinegar is often recommended as a natural cleaning solution, but when it comes to tile floors, the answer isn't always straightforward.

Hosting isn’t just about how your space looks. It’s about how it feels—and that includes what your guests can’t always see.

Hosting isn’t just about how your space looks. It’s about how it feels the moment someone walks in.

Featured in Sable West: Sleep Smarter: The Luxury Wellness Gear Worth Adding to Your Nighttime Routine

Allergies don’t mean you have to give up on the life you want—they just mean you have to approach it differently.

In Real Simple, I shared why hypochlorous acid has become such a useful tool during allergy season. It’s something our bodies naturally produce—“to fight bacteria”—and when used topically, it can help calm irritation while supporting the skin barrier.

If your allergies feel different lately, you’re not imagining it. Dr. Meagan Shepherd explains why in Real Simple.

In a recent feature with CNET, I shared insight on how small, intentional changes in your home can meaningfully support how your body feels day to day. From the materials we bring into our spaces to how we manage air quality, these choices add up over time.

Recently, I was featured in a Martha Stewart piece discussing how to reduce VOCs in the home, a topic that comes up often with patients who are trying to understand why their space doesn’t feel as good as it looks. While design is what we see, air quality is what we experience.

Why should you think twice before using your microwave for storage? I shared with The Spruce.

Market.com asked Meagan: Can tap water be used in a humidifier, and what risks does it pose compared to other water types? Also, can a humidifier help relieve nasal or chest congestion, and how does it work?

High-efficiency particulate air filtration is they key to allergy free

The Teal Pumpkin Project encourages homeowners to offer non-food treats for trick-or-treaters with food allergies—nearly six million in the U.S.

We're thrilled to be featured in Martha Stewart again! This time in, 9 Things You Should Never (Ever) Say to a Guest—Even If You Mean Well.

As soon as the fall season hits, many homeowners jump to decorate their homes with pumpkins, gourds, and other seasonal staples. While whimsical and perfect for the season, for some people, it might be a better idea to keep the pumpkins outside. “Mold spores may already be on these fall decor items and once they make their way indoors, warm temperatures and moisture can promote quick mold growth, especially if there are already nicks or soft spots,” Dr. Meagan W. Shepherd, a

Dr. Meagan Shepherd was recently quoted in Martha Stewart's blog. Read more!