I Had An Epiphany Watching A Kid Have A Meltdown
It wasn't my kid throwing a tantrum, which made all the difference.
10 Traits That Are Absolutely Necessary In A Good Mom Friend, According To Moms
Their responses were all-too-relatable, from not competing with you to treating your kids like their own.
What Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tool Did Olivia Munn Use? What Doctors Say You Should Know
Munn’s physician used this free online resource — and it ultimately led to her life-saving diagnosis.
We Spend More Time With My Side Of The Family & I’m Not Sorry
My parents show up — plain and simple.
I Had Sex With A Married Man, But It’s Not What You Think
How I got over the feelings of shame with the help of a sex therapist.
Our Obsession With Social Media Grandmas, Explained
It’s no wonder I’m a sucker for content created by and about grandmas, since I miss my own so much.
I Rewatched 'Mrs. Doubtfire' As A Parent, And My View Of The Mom Has Drastically Changed
While I used to think she was uptight and overly harsh, I actually empathize with her more than ever.
Why Are Kids Choosing Objects As Their Genders?
Experts explain what xenogenders and nounself pronouns are, and offer advice for supporting your child’s identity.
The Best Books of 2024 You Need To Have On Your Radar
Featuring some of our favorite authors like Annabel Monaghan, Kristin Hannah, and Xochitl Gonzalez
15 Dog Names Inspired By Taylor Swift That Would Be Cute In Any *Era*
“Can I go where you gooo? Can we always be this clooose, furever and ever?” — sung in the key of good doggo
40 Best Teen Movies Of All Time To Share With Your High Schooler
Consider watching these together ~educational.~
My Kid Is Barely On The Spectrum, & I Feel Caught Between Two Worlds
Where’s the space for moms like me?
The Wheel Of Feels
Zachary Levi Will Play Harold In 'Harold And The Purple Crayon' & People Are Confused
This Dad's Checklist Of Household Tasks His Kids Must Do Before Any Screen Time Went Viral
This Dad Thinks Parents Who Put Family Plans Over Their Kid's Sports Are "The Worst"
Scary Mommy Originals
Nicole Story Dent Can’t Believe Y2K Style Is Back, Either
Kayla Sullivan Is Live On The Scene Of Motherhood & Reporting For Duty
Andie MacDowell & Chyler Leigh Are Your New Fave Mother-Daughter TV Duo
Meet Soliana Sapp, Your Pink-Robe-Insta-Fave & New Mom Bestie
Caitlin Murray Is Adulting... Big Time
Hilarie Burton Is Doing It All For Her Daughter
All Hail Geri Halliwell-Horner!
'Workin' Mom's Catherine Reitman Gets Real About Sex & Marriage Post-Kids
Andrea Savage Knows Her Kid Is Gonna Talk About Her In Therapy One Day
Iliza Shlesinger Hates Mom-Shamers As Much As You Do
Gabrielle Union Brings It
Zachary Levi Will Play Harold In 'Harold And The Purple Crayon' & People Are Confused
Will Harold be a full-grown man instead of a 4-year-old?
This Dad's Checklist Of Household Tasks His Kids Must Do Before Any Screen Time Went Viral
What Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tool Did Olivia Munn Use? What Doctors Say You Should Know
This Dad Thinks Parents Who Put Family Plans Over Their Kid's Sports Are "The Worst"
Woman Suggests Separate Waiting Rooms In OB/GYN Offices For Those Experiencing Loss
This Boy Mom Doesn't Understand Why People Keep Referring To Her Son As A "Flirt"
Hilary Duff's Husband Matthew Koma Documented His Vasectomy On Instagram & It Was Hilarious
A Mom Explains Why She Makes Dinners That No One Else In Her Family Eats
This Mom Goes Off On Her Daughter's School After She's Sent Home For A Dress Code Violation
A Viral “Missed RSVP” Note Prompts Conversation About Wedding RSVP Etiquette
Lily Allen Says Her Kids ‘Totally Ruined’ Her Music Career
Mom Goes Viral For Posing Question: Would You Rather Make $200k A Year Or Be A Stay-At-Home Mom?
This Mom Never Plays Pretend With Her Kids & Says She's Better Off For It
A Teacher Is Gaslighting His Students By Using Made-Up Slang
This Bride-To-Be Asked Her Friends To Travel To Italy For Her Bachelorette & She Doesn't Get The Controversy
This Mom Wants Parents To Keep Their Kids "Who Do Nothing But Scream" Out Of Costco
I am going away for a conference and told my family it was two days longer than it actually is. Hello sleep
I started therapy 🥳
Love my kids but running to Spain and starting a new life sounds nice too
My sex drive is bigger than my husband’s and I find it unattractive
Will I ever not be exhausted?! Does that ever end?
More Confessions
From The Confessional: 'I'm In Love With Someone Else's Husband'
From The Confessional: 'My Sex Drive Is Bigger Than My Husband's'
From The Confessional: 'I Constantly Think About Barry Keoghan'
My Son Is Dating My Much Older Divorced Friend
From The Confessional: 'I Cringe When My Husband Touches Me'
'I Almost Don't Care He Cheated'
From The Confessional: 'Wish My Husband Would Put His Phone Down'
From The Confessional: 'Husband Sees Hookers Daily'
From The Confessional: 'I Want Another Baby And Husband Does Not'
From The Confessional: 'My MIL Is Better Than My Own Mom!'
From The Confessional: ‘My Husband Wants Sex All The Time’
'Will I Ever Sh*t Again in Peace?!'
From The Confessional: '22 Years Married To An Awful Kisser'
From The Confessional: 'I Only Want To Buy Presents For Myself'
From The Confessional: 'I Want A Divorce For Christmas'
'Cannot Wait To Be Done Breastfeeding'
Book Club
8 Historical Fiction Novels To Read During Women’s History Month
The Most Anticipated Books By Black Authors Coming In 2024
The Best Books of 2024 You Need To Have On Your Radar
10 Empowering Novels That Center On Badass Single Moms
8 Queer Thrillers That’ll Get Your Heart Racing In More Ways Than One
What Book You Should Read Next Based On Your Favorite Romance Trope
8 Fiction Food Novels That Will Feed Your Imagination (& Make You Hungry)
8 Books Like Gilmore Girls Worthy Of A La-La-La String Melody
What You Should Read Next Based On Your Favorite Taylor Swift Era
10 Books That Are As Sweet As Ted Lasso’s Biscuits
8 Balmy Novels Like The Summer I Turned Pretty
8 Romance Authors Like Colleen Hoover That Will Fuel Your Smut Obsession
6 Authors Like Taylor Jenkins Reid To Add To Your Library Collection
10 Books To Read If You Can’t Get Enough Of Yellowjackets
7 Books For Daisy Jones & The Six Groupies
12 Heart-Pumping New Thrillers To Read In 2023
Celebrity Interviews
Scheana Shay Gets Real About Postpartum OCD
She also opened up to Scary Mommy about the new season of ‘Vanderpump Rules’ and getting back into music.
Kylie Kelce Explains How Jason Helps Her Keep Her Cool While Parenting
Donna Kelce Opens Up About Her Approach To Being A Mother-In-Law
JoAnna Garcia Swisher Teases What’s To Come For Maddie In Sweet Magnolias Season 4
Aja Naomi King Gets Raw About The Importance Of Playing Powerful Women
The Family Plan’s Mark Wahlberg & Michelle Monaghan Talk Minivans & Their Go-To Karaoke Songs
Jen Garner Couldn't Handle Being A Teenager Today, Either
Sarah Michelle Gellar Is Making Sure Her Kids Know “Money Doesn’t Grow On Trees”
Adam Sandler Talks Pet Phobias, Co-Starring With His Daughters, & Revisiting The Iconic Lunch Lady
Hilary Duff Knows Parenthood Is Beautiful, And Very Hard
Comedian Anjelah Johnson-Reyes Gets Real About Becoming A Mom In Her 40s
Henry Winkler Understands “A Heard Child Is A Powerful Child”
Jonathan Van Ness Wants Stressed Out Moms To Try Joy This Holiday Season
Eva Longoria Is Raising Her Son To Be Kind
Beloved Nickelodeon Star Opens Up About Sharing Love Through Food
Actor Stéphanie Szostak Embraces A Very French View Of Motherhood
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I Had Sex With A Married Man, But It’s Not What You Think
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Dating In Your 40s: How The F*ck Do I Even Do This?
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10 Traits That Are Absolutely Necessary In A Good Mom Friend, According To Moms
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What Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tool Did Olivia Munn Use? What Doctors Say You Should Know
Munn’s physician used this free online resource — and it ultimately led to her life-saving diagnosis.
Help! I Think Blippi Is Kinda Hot
My husband can’t complain. He’s got a thing for Ms. Rachel.
Wait, Does Self-Tanner Really Screw With Your Hormones?
Everything to know about that fake bake and whether or not it's safer than hours spent in the sun. (Spoiler alert: It is!)
Lost Your Cool With Your Teen? Experts Recommend These 10 Phrases To Repair
Yes, good parents sometimes yell. Learning to repair can help you and your teen rewrite the story.
These Easy Air Fryer Dinner Recipes Are Made For Days When You’re Just Done
From tasty one-dish pasta bakes to taco fillings and even a take-out fake-out.
We Asked Parents What Made ‘80s & ‘90s Birthday Parties So Different From Today’s
Their responses will take you straight back to childhood.
How To Become A Green Thumb Who Doesn’t Kill Their Plant Bébés
The ultimate beginner’s guide to growing a healthy garden of houseplants.
A Canine Expert Reveals How To Tell If Your Dog *Actually* Loves Your Kid
Let’s delve into the minds of our beloved pups.
A Divorce Coach Says You Should Take These 10 Prep Steps As Soon As You Consider Splitting
Being prepared can save tons of time, money, and energy.
Original Videos
How To Handle Comments About Your Postpartum Body
People always have a lot to say about someone's appearance after they give birth. Here's how to shut that sh*t down.
A Baby Name Expert Shared The Trendiest Names That Might Become Dated Fast
These baby name picks spiked quickly, but might fall fast.
Do You Have Typical Pregnancy Jitters, Or Is It Medical Anxiety?
It's natural to feel worried, but experts say there’s a point where it becomes something more serious.
A Mom Picked A Baby Name Without Telling Her Husband. And He Hates It.
He has a strong point about the name.
Wait, Does Mucinex Really Make You More Fertile?
We asked an OB-GYN and fertility specialist about this viral TikTok claim.
27 Names That Mean Chaos Because, You Know, Kids
Call your little one something that captures the beautiful wildness they bring.