Scary Mommy

Jan. 16, 2025
Happy woman: closeup of woman's face and mouth smiling. The candid woman's mouth is open with happin...
spicy
By Anonymous

I’m Having The Most Uninhibited Sex Of My Life Thanks To Audio Erotica

I realized that just because I had three kids didn’t mean my desire went away.

Smiling woman in conversation with friends during dinner party
huh?

I Resent How Relieved People Are With My Weight Loss

I was happy before. Why weren’t they?

love it so

When A Grocery Store Feels Like Home

It’s rare that such a public place can make you feel so happy.

rejuvenating winter broccoli salad
Oh Hey, Sweet Potatoes

8 Cozy, Hearty Winter Salads

Because sometimes you need to eat something green and something that brings you comfort.

Teenage child lying on couch under a blanket watching something on phone.
a different resolution

Here’s A Whole New Way To Talk To Your Teens This Year

After all, discussion is to adolescence what cuddles are to infants: necessary for brain growth.

teenager embraced with mom consoling her son
he's gotta know

I Never Want A Woman To Ask My Son Who Raised Him

I’ve taught my son how to treat other people. That especially includes women.

The Wheel Of Feels

Scary Mommy Originals

Yuri Lamasbella Just Goes With The Flow

Meredith Masony Gets It, Because She’s Been There Too

Avery Woods Is Just Happy To Be Here: “That’s My Vibe”

Ceci Kane Can’t Believe How Wild The Mom Groups Get, Either

Taylor Wolfe Is Just Trying To Laugh It Off Like The Rest Of Us

Mary Hendricks Just Wants To Have Some Fun With It

Dave Ogleton Talks Dad Jokes, Youth Sports, & Parenting Every Stage From Teens To Toddlers

Ilana Glazer Is Late For Toddler Yoga

Alyce Chan Is In The Parenting Sweet Spot

Nicki Maher Is Just Here To Have A Good Time

Iliza Shlesinger Hates Mom-Shamers As Much As You Do

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

MIL? More Like PITA
By Katie McPherson

What To Do When You Dislike Your Mother-In-Law, According To Experts

Neither of you are going anywhere. So, what’s to be done?

Hindsight

I Survived The Baby Blues Just To Give Myself The Puppy Blues

We love our dog, but for a while there, we kind of hated our life.

"If you're a bird I'm an alternate ending."

Did They Change The Notebook's Ending Or Are We All Remembering It Wrong?

“This is either a Mandela Effect or Hollywood purposely messing with our minds...”

i'm too extra, apparently

I'm In My Potted Plant Parenting Era & It Sure Feels Weird

My kids want me there... but they don't want to answer any questions.

Comeback Kids

15 Forgotten Names For Your Baby That Are Unique & Have Vintage Vibes

Bring back Ida and Mack.

Dig In

11 Dense Bean Salad Recipes, If You’re Also Obsessed With The TikTok Trend

Minimal cooking, maximum meals prepped.

Trending

With Mogwai Comes Much Responsibility
By Julie Sprankles

'80s Babies, Rejoice — We’re Finally Getting Gremlins 3

And the original writer is on board.

Color Me Surprised!

FDA Bans Red Dye 3 From Food

so thoughtful

This Grandma Transformed Her House In Preparation For Her Grandkids’ Visit In The Sweetest Video

You're Not My Supervisor

Nanny Shares What “Always” Happens When The Playground Moms Find Out She’s Working

how is this still happening?

A High School Cheerleader Was Told To "Cover Up" So She Didn't "Distract The Boys"

it's ok to not be ok

Study: A Grief App Can Help Parents Who Have Lost A Child

sval!

On A Cold Wintery Day, This Mom Says IKEA Is The Perfect Place To Bring Kids

do i hate parenting?

A Mom Wants To Know If It's Normal That She Can't Wait For Her Kid To Go To Bed Every Day

woulda, coulda, shoulda

This Veteran Mom Shares Her Top Three Mistakes She Made When Raising Her Kids

seriously dude?

A Woman Sent Her Husband To Get Groceries & We're Guessing She Probably Regrets It

ring ring ring!

This Woman Remembers The One Special Thing Her Own Mom Did When She Was Sick

Attention, Nintendo Fans!

Are The Viral ‘Mario Kart 9’ & Switch 2 Release Date Rumors Real? Here’s The Deal

Boundaries!!!

PSA: Grandchildren Are Not A Do-Over For Parents Of Adult Children

level the playing field

Mental Load Privilege Is Real & Mostly Men Benefit From It

good tips

Here's Why You Might Want To Turn Off The California Wildfire News Coverage

Big Kids

This Mom Shares Her 3 Rules For Adult Children

CONFESS

I’m already dreading the holidays

I just moved out of my kids childhood home and I feel like I let them down. Sad heart

I hate my MIL

My libido is in a rut and I feel so guilty about it

I’m crushing hard on a friend’s ex-husband!

More Confessions

“Why Did I Buy An Elf 11 Years Ago?”

“I’m Not Into The Holidays This Year At All”

“I Don’t Like My Baby’s Name”

“I’m Married But Wading Into Emotional Affair Territory With A Coworker & Don’t Want To Stop.”

From The Confessional: 'I Gave My Husband A Year Off'

‘I’m A Much Better Mom Now That My Kid Spends Every Other Week At Her Dad’s’

‘My Husband & I Lowkey Hate Each Other’

‘I Wish I Married Rich. I’m So Over Working So Hard & Struggling Still.’

‘Is There Such A Thing As Pre-Holiday Anxiety? ‘Cause I Got It’

‘My Husband Had An Online Affair With A Scam Artist & Gave Her Over $6k In Gift Cards’

‘I’m Attracted To My Kids’ Coaches’

‘I Keep Having Sexy Dreams About An Ex. I’m Married!’

‘I’m Thinking About Being A Surrogate Because I Need Extra Money!’

‘Realizing My Sexuality Will Probably Kill My Marriage’

‘I Desperately Need Enthusiastic Sex After So Many Blah Years’

‘I Secretly Wish My Husband Would Have An Affair’

Book Club

Romantasy Author Kerri Maniscalco's Love Of Fantasy Came From Her Grandmother

13 Cozy Fall Books If You Love Practical Magic & Pumpkin Spice Everything

7 Cute & Cozy Books To Read With Your Kids In The Fall

Are These The Scariest Books Of All Time? Don’t Read ‘Em Unless You Own A Nightlight

10 Must-Read Dark Academia Books If You Always Wanted To Go To Hogwarts

Your Queer Historical Romance Of The Summer Is You Should Be So Lucky

16 Novels To Slip Into Your Beach Bag This Summer

Obsessed With Fourth Wing? Add These Romantasy Novels to Your TBR Pile ASAP

7 Spicy Romantasy Books Just Like A Court of Thorns And Roses

Dreaming Of Warmer Weather? 10 Spring Books That Will Get You Excited For Sunnier Days Ahead

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

Celebrity Interviews

Exclusive
By Julie Sprankles

Ernie Hudson Would Like To Star In A Romantic Comedy Next, Please & Thank You

The Ghostbusters icon fills us in on his latest role, what he thinks about being dubbed a thirst trap, and more.

Quality Time

Everyone’s Internet Grandma, Babs Costello, On Family Traditions, Food, & The Holidays

mom we love

Yes, Marla Sokoloff Is As Cool As You Want Her To Be

Exclusive

Ian Harding Reveals The Classic Holiday Movie That Scarred Him For Life

Moms To Watch

Maahra Hill Reveals How Taking A 12-Year Acting Break To Be A Mom Opened Doors

Exclusive

Matthew Lillard Reveals The Horror Role He *Really* Wants To Reprise (Hint: It’s Not Stu)

Exclusive

Avery Woods Is Just Happy To Be Here: “That’s My Vibe”

Topanga Needs A Minute Of Your Time

Danielle Fishel Opens Up About Talking To Her Kids About Cancer

What To Watch

Peacock’s New Horror-Thriller Hysteria Is The Perfect Pre-Halloween Binge-Watch

Mortals See, Mortals Do

Halloweentown’s Kimberly J. Brown Is So Happy We All Wanted To Be Marnie

Aca-Excuse Me?

One Of Your Favorite Pitch Perfect Stars Is About To Become The TV Mom You Love To Hate

Moms We Love

“Stauffer Family” Mom Katie Anderson Is Coming Into Her Own

To Mom Or Not To Mom

Florence Pugh Wants To Talk About Motherhood & Ambition

Fa-la-la-la-fabulous

Zooey Deschanel Loves The Holidays As Much As You Think She Would

Mom to Watch

Bitsie Tulloch Opens Up About The Realities Of Being A Mom Who Also Plays One On TV

more of this please

Brooke Shields Gets Real About Aging Hair, Empty Nesting & Advice She Gives Her Daughters

GetMore Great Content

Sign up for Scary Mommy’s daily newsletter for more stories from the trenches. We’ve got personal takes, life-changing tips, and all the things you need to keep one step ahead of the chaos.

By subscribing to this BDG newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
it's preorder time
By Katie McPherson

11 Of The Most Anticipated Books Of 2025, From Memoirs To Romantasy

We’re even getting a new novel from Zora Neale Hurston (yes, really).

Top Secret

11 People On When They Knew They Were Having An Emotional Affair

"When I was more excited about going to work than coming home, I knew I'd gone too far."

spicy

I’m Having The Most Uninhibited Sex Of My Life Thanks To Audio Erotica

I realized that just because I had three kids didn’t mean my desire went away.

stage 5 clingers

Why You’re Getting More Skin Tags As You Age, Explained By A Dermatologist

Time is ruthless, y’all.

The More You Know

Are You A “Type C” Personality? Here’s How You Can Tell, According To Therapists

If types A and B just don’t quite fit, you might just fall here.

Well, This Is Smart

This Amazon Lists Hack Is Saving Me So Much Money

Once you get into the habit, you’ll wish you’d started sooner.

Fun for everyone
By Megan LaCreta

Magical Experiences That Even The Most Apathetic Teen Can Enjoy At Disney World

Convert your grumpy teen or tween from an Eeyore to a Tigger in no time.

Doing Your Best

How To Share Your Kids With Their Grandparents When Your Own Relationship With Them Sucks

Your kids adore Grandma and Grandpa, but boy do you have a bone to pick with Mom and Dad.

*Nyoom*

Why Do Dogs Get The Zoomies? A Vet Explains This Adorable Behavior

It’s animals’ way of celebrating, relieving stress, and showing excitement.

Giant Lollipops FTW

The Perfect Age For That First Magic Kingdom Trip Is 3

“This is incredible,” quoth the toddler.

new year, old flicks

13 New Family-Friendly Movies & Shows To Watch On Netflix In January

One you’ve never seen before, and some classics to enjoy while they’re available.

set it & forget it

11 Crock-Pot Chicken Dinners For High-Protein, Easy Weeknight Meals

You may not have a personal assistant, but you do have a slow cooker.

Original Videos

grateful
By Madison Boling

I Actually Wanted My MIL In The Delivery Room With Me

I’m probably in the minority here, but she was the woman I knew I would be the most comfortable around during labor.

One Talented Tot

This Mom Had The Sweetest Maternity Photoshoot, Directed By Her Toddler

Give this kid a camera and a job immediately.

True Or False?

How Does Childbirth Compare To The Most Dangerous Jobs In America?

We dug into the data to better understand the risks pregnant people undertake when they have a baby.

Taking Back The Narrative

TikTok Creator Wants Us To Reframe "Failing" The Glucose Test

There’s a lot of stigma, shame, and fear around this important test, but there doesn’t have to be.

So Many Great Options

Pelvic Floor Therapist Highlights The Benefits Of Having A C-Section

There’s a lot of negative talk about cesarean birth out there, but here’s some good news.

Just Don't Forget Their Birthday

14 John Hughes Movie-Inspired Baby Names

From Andrew to Ryce and everything in between.

With Mogwai Comes Much Responsibility
By Julie Sprankles

'80s Babies, Rejoice — We’re Finally Getting Gremlins 3

And the original writer is on board.

Color Me Surprised!
By Jamie Kenney

FDA Bans Red Dye 3 From Food

Starting in 2027, Red Dye 3, which has been linked to cancer in male rats, won't be allowed in US foods.

so thoughtful
By Katie Garrity

This Grandma Transformed Her House In Preparation For Her Grandkids’ Visit In The Sweetest Video

"Can you tell that I am excited for my grandbabies to arrive?"

If Only Blockbuster Was Open
By Samantha Darby

7 ‘90s Dark Comedies To Show Your Tween

It’s time they saw Drop Dead Fred.

You're Not My Supervisor
By Jamie Kenney

Nanny Shares What “Always” Happens When The Playground Moms Find Out She’s Working

TikTok user @tinysparksvixen shares how she’s treated as a childcare worker and, honestly, we’re flabbergasted.

how is this still happening?
By Katie Garrity

A High School Cheerleader Was Told To "Cover Up" So She Didn't "Distract The Boys"

Her mom is fighting back against the sexist dress code.

Shots Fired
By Katie McPherson

My Dog Farts In Their Sleep... A Lot. Is This Normal?

Just nukin’ the room all night long.

Ed Doesn't Deserve Her
By Kelly Faircloth

I Rewatched Fried Green Tomatoes & Found My Perimenopausal Icon

“I’m too old to be young, and I’m too young to be old.” WHEW!

spicy
By Anonymous

I’m Having The Most Uninhibited Sex Of My Life Thanks To Audio Erotica

I realized that just because I had three kids didn’t mean my desire went away.

Well, This Is Smart
By Rachel Lobdell

This Amazon Lists Hack Is Saving Me So Much Money

Once you get into the habit, you’ll wish you’d started sooner.