Scary Mommy

Oct. 16, 2025
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By Holly Garcia

Why Moms Need Halloween This Year Just As Much As Kids Do

Truly, who doesn’t want to surround themselves with a little magic, a bit of escape, and a whole lot of chocolate? It’s time to disassociate a bit.

that mom

Haley Pepper Knows You Need A Giggle, Too

The mom of two doesn’t shy away from politics — and the lighter side of life — on her Instagram and TikTok.

love this coven

'Now & Then' Perfectly Captured The Spooky Side Of Girlhood

The girls face loss, identity shifts, and the realization that adults cannot always protect or explain.

ask a mwltf

My Husband Masturbates When I'm Home & It Hurts My Feelings

It doesn't bother him when I do it! What gives?

Busy woman with son and daughter leaving for school, efficiency, multi taking, modern parenthood
all the things

I Love My Kids, But Sometimes I Can’t Stand Being A Mother

I want to let my kids in on a secret: This isn't the real me.

the 411

We Need To Let Girls Know Their Bodies Are Meant To Feel Good

The way we talk to girls about sex is almost exclusively focused on safety. We should focus on pleasure, too.

Brace Yourself — School’s (Almost) Back In Session

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Tip: Buy An Owala

Which Back-To-School "Essentials" Are This Year's Stanley Tumblers?

The most coveted items on kids’ back-to-school shopping lists, according to tweens and teens.

Get A Grip, Cheryl

For The Love Of God, Communal Back-To-School Supplies Are Necessary

Before you rage in your local mom group about how glue sticks are on your kid’s supply list, read this.

Back to Life, Back to Reality

How To Get Your Kid Ready For Back To School When They've Been A Feral Gremlin All Summer

Expert advice on gently guiding your snack-fueled, screen-obsessed chaos monster toward a functioning routine.

The Wheel Of Feels

long live pbs

Carl The Collector Introduces A New Non-Speaking Character Who Uses A Speech Tablet

Pass Me My Gold Goblet

We’ve Got To Ban Single Parents From Love Is Blind, It’s Too Much

take a look

'Reading Rainbow' Is Coming Back After 20 Years & Mychal Threets Is Hosting

Stress level 📈

Are You Parenting Out Of Embarrassment?

call 911

This Husband Spends 8 Hours In The Bathroom On His Days Off & His Wife Is Asking For Help

helicopter parents, this is for you

You Should Only Be Reaching Out To Your College-Aged Kid Once A Week, Says Author

time to jam

The ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Soundtrack Is Now Available For Yoto Players

we can't win

Consumer Reports Investigation Finds Many Popular Protein Brands Contain High Levels Of Lead

"Something Has To Give"

This Mom Says Spending Time On Your Health Matters More Than A Clean House

amazing boy mom

Mom Shows Son Bloody Laundry To Normalize Periods

book the trip!

I Checked Out The New Evermore Resort In Orlando And Realized I’d Been Vacationing All Wrong

stay little

My Oldest Son Thinks He's My Co-Parent Because I'm A Single Mom

Looking Back

Rewatching 'One Tree Hill' As A Parent Is A Mind Trip

Thanks, Mom

10 Bizarre Lies ‘90s Kids Were Told — & Still Low-Key Believe, If We’re Being Honest

Entertainment

All Hail Geri Halliwell-Horner!

gird your loins

The Mother-In-Law Survival Plan You Need Heading Into The Holidays

it takes a village

"Our Sex Life Was Saved By Our Elderly Neighbors"

always, always on

A Mom Explains How Flexible Jobs Mean "No Deep Work"

Scary Mommy Originals

Melanie Lynskey's Radical Normal

TSITP’s Jackie Chung Says Goodbye To Laurel, The Messy Millennial Mom We Needed To See

Anna Connelly Tells It Like It Is

Shanola Hampton Is Nothing Like Her Character On 'Found'

Bethany Joy Lenz Isn’t Afraid To F*ck Up

Kayla Sullivan Is Live On The Scene Of Motherhood & Reporting For Duty

Whitney Cicero Is Here For The Laughs

All Hail Geri Halliwell-Horner!

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

Katie Stevens Is “The Most Hopeless Romantic Of Them All”

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

What Mommy Wants

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Little Spoon
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A customizable pack of bestselling smoothie flavors.

$48.88
Serenity Kids
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Once Upon A Farm
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Added probiotics to help support immune health∞ No Added Sugar‡, preservatives or artificial ingredients Made with Real, Organic Fruits & Veggies Cold-pressed to lock in farm-fresh taste and nutrients Refrigerated and ready to enjoy! Perfect for the lunchbox, snack time or on-the-go. USDA Organic and Non-GMO Project Verified Clean Label Project Purity & Pesticide-Free Awarded Made with kids in mind! ∞ When paired with a healthy diet and active lifestyle. ‡Not A Low Calorie Food.

$76.80
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Nest Booster Seat with Removable Cushion
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Target
Baby Einstein Take Along Tunes

The award-winning Baby Einstein Take Along Tunes Musical Toy is made for little maestros. This handheld musical toy, featuring Cal a beloved Baby Einstein character, has sold over 30 million units worldwide and will quickly become a favorite for hours of entertainment. Babies can use the large button to toggle through 10 recreated classical masterpieces from Chopin to Mozart and more.

$9.99
Pottery Barn
Baby Bjorn Bouncer
$209.99
LOVEVERY
LOVEVERY Play Gym

This award-winning play gym is perfect for your little one. It’s made with safe and durable materials so you can relax while your baby plays and learns at the same time. It includes teething rings, mirror cards, common object cards, a contrast ball, and more — all easily removable so your baby can explore each one on their own.

$140
Mustela
Mustela Welcome Baby Gift Set

This specially curated 4-piece skincare set contains natural and gentle must haves to welcome home a new baby. Each product is formulated with Mustela’s signature, natural patented ingredient, Avocado Perseose® to help protect and strengthen baby’s delicate skin. Crafted with Mustela’s iconic scent for a sensorial experience. The welcome baby gift set makes for the perfect baby shower gift.

$32
Dude, Where's My Spouse?
By Jamie Kenney

Is There A Generational Divide Over Sharing Your Location?

Do you share your location with your partner? How old are you...?

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Why Does Your Cat Act Like A Psycho At Night? Experts Explain How To Stop It

Love you so much but STOP YOWLING.

good to the last drop

11 Recipes To Use Up Jelly & Jam, From Baked Brie To Homemade Sauces

Did you say jargaritas?

fun moms only

Come Inside Scary Mommy's Rowan Ear Piercing Event

Scary Mommy hosted a moms' night out piercing party in June.

Got Milk?

In Florida, Raw Milk Has Sickened 21 People, Here's What You Need To Know

Some claim not pasteurizing dairy has numerous health benefits. Others warn it’s dangerous. Here’s what the experts say.

SOS: Sweating Over Sleep

Hot Sleeper? 13 Products To Help You Keep Your Cool

From cooling sheets to smart fans to breathable pajamas, here are the tools that can help turn your bedroom into a more chill place — literally.

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time to jam
By Katie Garrity

The ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Soundtrack Is Now Available For Yoto Players

Huntr/x girls to the world!

call 911

This Husband Spends 8 Hours In The Bathroom On His Days Off & His Wife Is Asking For Help

helicopter parents, this is for you

You Should Only Be Reaching Out To Your College-Aged Kid Once A Week, Says Author

this has to stop

Trump Administration Guts Office Of Special Education

show me the lie

Shonda Rhimes Says The Idea That Working Moms Can Have It All Is "Bullsh*t"

you could buy a lot of banned books with that!

A Librarian Who Refused To Ban Books Wins $700,000 Settlement

always, always on

A Mom Explains How Flexible Jobs Mean "No Deep Work"

makin' it work

Struggle Meals Are Trending On Tik Tok & You Might Recognize The Greatest Hits

totally worth it!

As A Mom, These 13 Items Are Worth The Splurge When Packing For Disney

these are all so valid

Parents Are Sharing The Weirdest S**t That Happened To Them After Pregnancy

amazing boy mom

Mom Shows Son Bloody Laundry To Normalize Periods

🕯️🔮🌙

F*ck New Year’s Resolutions. Start Preparing For “13 Magical Nights” This Winter Instead.

TOO REAL

Adam Sandler's New Song Should Be Every 40+ Year Old’s Anthem

who wants to unplug?

A Woman On Tik Tok Says We Should Bring Back ‘Hanging Up’ Our Phones

brilliant!

A Mom Received A Wild Letter From Her Kid's School And Parents Are *Loving* The Vibe

surprise!

Parents Are Sharing The Things That Completely Shocked Them About Having Kids

CONFESS

SEE MORE

If I had anywhere else to go, I would walk out on family right now.

Confessional #918

I cut my husband out of my will.

Confessional #8171

My ex introduced a new partner to the kids and then she stayed overnight. All within 3 days.

Confessional #3377

My ex wanted me to congratulate him on his engagement, but we’re not divorced YET.

Confessional #4424

Being a stepmom is so hard. I want to quit. But I won’t.

Confessional #9921
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“I Have A Higher Sex Drive Than My Husband” & 27 Other Mom Confessions

“I Want My Mouth On My Friend’s Camel Toe” & 34 Other Mom Confessions

“I Masturbate Every Day; My Husband Doesn’t Know” & 28 Other Mom Confessions

“I Think About Having Sex All Day, Just Not With My Husband” & 30 Other Mom Confessions

“I’m Always Stoned On Family Vacations” & 20 Other Mom Confessions

“Hearing My Kids Laugh Is The Greatest Sound I’ll Ever Know” & 14 Other Wholesome Mom Confessions

“I Love My Kids, But I Hate Being A Mom” & 25 Other Mom Confessions

“Haven’t Had Sex With My Husband In 1.5 Years Because Of ED” & 20 Other Relationship Confessions

“I’m An Alcoholic Mom Who Looks Like I Have It All Together” & 29 Other Mom Confessions

“Contemplating Making My Kids Take A Year Off From Sports” & 12 Other Back-To-School Confessions

“I Don’t Think I’ll Ever Pay Off Credit Card Debt” & 26 Other Relatable Confessions

“Having Two Teen Daughters Is Way More Fun Than I Expected” & 13 Other Wholesome Confessions

“My Kids Have Been Swimming Instead Of Bathing This Summer” & 13 Other Summer Confessions

“I Have A Secret Lover In Prison” & 21 Other Relationship Confessions

“My Teen Is Grounded & I’m Loving It” & 29 Other Mom Confessions

“I’m Scared About Affording The Home I Just Bought” & 30 Other Mom Confessions

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

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By Julie Sprankles

From Scratch Author Tembi Locke Talks Grief, Growth, & The Next Chapter Of Motherhood

The bestselling author’s new audiobook, Someday, Now, reframes “empty nesting” as a season of reclamation.

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Camilla Luddington Matches Our Energy, & We Love Her For It

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Catch Of The Day Is The Food-Filled End-Of-Summer Romance We’ve Been Waiting For

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Meghan Trainor Isn’t Afraid To Be Silly

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Jessel Taank Is The Realest Housewife

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Mandy Moore Opens Up About The Pressure To “Get It Right” As A Mom

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The Women Of The Chicken Sisters Are Stepping Into Their Power In Season 2

Moms To Watch

Katie Stevens Is “The Most Hopeless Romantic Of Them All”

Exclusive

Ali Larter’s Got A Full Plate & She Wouldn’t Have It Any Other Way

Moms To Watch

TSITP’s Jackie Chung Says Goodbye To Laurel, The Messy Millennial Mom We Needed To See

Moms IRL

Ashley Tisdale Opens Up About The Realities Of Potty Training, Nostalgia & Parenting Advice

who run the world

Allyson Felix Doesn’t Sugarcoat It

Meet her in the middle

Maren Morris On How Sheryl Crow Inspired Her Co-Parenting Style

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28% Of Single Mothers Live In Poverty. Jaycina Almond Is On A Mission To Help.

Iconic

Clinton Kelly & Stacy London Are Back — But “A Lot Less Bitchy”

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Angel Carter Conrad Is The Cycle Breaker Her Family Needed — Now She’s Raising One, Too

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Your Life

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possum keychains for everyone!
By Katie McPherson

Want To Get Off Your Phone? Return To The Hobbies You Loved As A Kid.

Our nervous systems are begging us.

don't delay

A New Study Highlights How Crucial It Is To Attend Your First Mammogram

It’s a good reminder to prioritize your screenings.

Confidence Boost 🚀

OK, I Think Maybe All Of Us Should Be Doing Some Rejection Therapy

If you've got social anxiety, this might be the hack for you.

Blahhhhhh

OK, Are We All Feeling Low-Key Depressed These Days?

An expert is here to tell you — it’s a thing.

Pass The Good Vibes

Guys, I Think We All Need To Try A Little “Aura Farming”

I’m never going to turn my nose up at “fake it ‘til you make it” advice.

for your everything shower

How To Choose The Right Hair Mask For You, According To Experts

Which ingredients and marketing terms you should shop for, depending on your hair type.

Family Life

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totally worth it!
By Katie Garrity

As A Mom, These 13 Items Are Worth The Splurge When Packing For Disney

Some of these items I'd never even think to pack before we went!

Straight From The Source

Educators Get Honest About 11 Things They Secretly Wish Parents Would Stop Doing

Hey, when we know better, we do better.

Understanding Your Pup

Ever Wonder Why Your Dog Sighs? Experts Explain What’s Going On

From relaxed “happy sighs” to frustrated huffs, here’s how to decode your dog’s exhale and understand what it’s really feeling.

The Pack Is Back

Jackbox Party Pack 11 Will Drop Just In Time For Peak Game Night Season

All five games are brand-new — and ready to wreck your friendships and relationships in fresh ways.

different strokes

I Was Raised By ‘The Village.’ I Chose Not To Raise My Sons The Same Way.

Growing up in it was one thing. Turns out, raising four kids in it was another.

Buckle Up

No One Prepares You For Becoming The Family Chauffeur

Is “Uber parenting” the new helicopter parenting?

Original Videos

The Sex Issue

'Workin' Mom's Catherine Reitman Gets Real About Sex & Marriage Post-Kids

The creator of Workin’ Moms celebrates the comedy and tragedy of modern parenting and relationships.

Parenting

The Shape of You: Raising Girls to Love Their Bodies

Strategies and tips for helping our girls thrive.

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Momsplained

Helping Your Teen Become the Boss of Their Own Money.

They’ve learned the basics from having an allowance, but now that they are a little older they’re asking for more financial independence.

Parenting

Calling All Teens (And Parents Too): How To Insert A Tampon Properly

If you’re new to the tampon game or have been using them for years, here are some tips on how to use a tampon with an applicator and without.

Entertainment

Love ‘Succession’? You must watch ‘Discussion.’

In this parody of HBO’s Succession, you will get a hilarious look at what would happen if the Roys were just like us. The all-American family, living the all-American dream bickering over who will host the holiday meal.

Can you keep a secret?

“I Have A Higher Sex Drive Than My Husband” & 27 Other Mom Confessions

🎵 These are our confessions 🎵

Pregnancy

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Thank You, Now Calm Down
By Jamie Kenney

A New Mom Wants Friends To Stop Complimenting Her Postpartum Body

She doesn’t want to hear that her stretch marks are “awesome.”

Don't Tell Me What To Do

As Government Urges Americans To Have More Babies, Most Just Want Better Care For The Kids They Have Already

A new survey said loud and clear that parents need more support, not more kids.

change of plans

The Romance Novel That Helped Me Escape Postpartum Depression

For most of my career, I’ve had a very specific writing routine. Then I had a baby.

normalize this

This Mom Wants To Normalize Gender Disappointment In Viral Video

Her honesty got mixed reactions from followers.

Snip Snip!

Man Goes In For A Vasectomy & Gets Annoyed With The Pamphlet He's Given

Even when men step up, why do doctors want to give them options to bow out?

Surprise, Surprise

New Report Says President Donald Trump Plans To Walk Back IVF Promises

The ‘Washington Post’ reported that White House officials have privately moved away from the prospect of pushing for IVF legislation.

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gird your loins
By Katie McPherson

The Mother-In-Law Survival Plan You Need Heading Into The Holidays

An expert-backed three-step guide to not losing your mind between now and the new year.

Stress level 📈
By Samantha Darby

Are You Parenting Out Of Embarrassment?

When you’re in public, reactive parenting often isn’t the way you actually want to parent.

that mom
By Kate Auletta

Haley Pepper Knows You Need A Giggle, Too

The mom of two doesn’t shy away from politics — and the lighter side of life — on her Instagram and TikTok.

time to jam
By Katie Garrity

The ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Soundtrack Is Now Available For Yoto Players

Huntr/x girls to the world!

love this coven
By Molly Wadzeck

Now & Then Perfectly Captured The Spooky Side Of Girlhood

The girls face loss, identity shifts, and the realization that adults cannot always protect or explain.

Exclusive
By Julie Sprankles

Nicholas Sparks Opens Up About Writing A Supernatural Love Story With M. Night Shyamalan

The king of romance and the king of plot twists have teamed up for the new novel (and upcoming film) Remain.

Someone Page Elvira
By Samantha Darby

17 ‘90s Halloween Traditions That Bring All The Magic You Need

Forget all those swipe-up links to decor; we’ve got everything you need right here.

we can't win
By Katie McPherson

Consumer Reports Investigation Finds Many Popular Protein Brands Contain High Levels Of Lead

Supplements aren’t regulated by the FDA, so there’s no legal limit to the amount of heavy metals protein powders and shakes can contain.

"Something Has To Give"
By Katie McPherson

This Mom Says Spending Time On Your Health Matters More Than A Clean House

Unfortunately, having it all is not really a thing.

call 911
By Katie Garrity

This Husband Spends 8 Hours In The Bathroom On His Days Off & His Wife Is Asking For Help

Choosing to leave is not an option, she says.

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