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Emily Oster

Emily Oster is an associate professor of economics at the University of Chicago Booth School. Her forthcoming book is Expecting Better: How To Fight the Pregnancy Establishment With Facts. Follow her on Twitter.

Articles By Emily Oster

Housebound

Does one person staying at home always make the household more efficient?

Emily Oster | DOUBLEX | Monday, June 3, 2013, at 5:45 AM

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Household Deficit

You’re probably doing your household budget all wrong.

Emily Oster | DOUBLEX | Friday, April 12, 2013, at 7:30 AM

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Time Is Money

So how much is yours worth?

Emily Oster | DOUBLEX | Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013, at 6:30 AM

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Why You Shouldn’t Work Less

Even if you prefer spending time with your family.

Emily Oster | DOUBLEX | Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2013, at 5:33 AM

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Barbie Math

Why does Doctor Barbie cost twice as much as Magician Barbie?

Emily Oster | DOUBLEX | Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2012, at 5:45 AM

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You’re Dividing the Chores Wrong

No, you shouldn’t always unload the dishwasher because you’re better at it.

Emily Oster | DOUBLEX | Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2012, at 8:00 AM

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