Scary Mommy

Jan. 7, 2026
Young woman sitting on a bench and putting on her roller skates, getting ready for rollerblading in ...
New Year, More Playful Me
By Samantha Darby

“More Play” Is My 2026 Phrase

I'm leaning into roller skates and board games and hide-and-seek with my kids.

A mother hugs her adult daughter in a domestic living room. The scene is comfortable and loving as t...
grown not flown

I’m 41, Dependent On My Mom & I’m OK With That

Just because you’re a mom yourself doesn’t mean you don’t still need your own mom.

Smiling woman with cap and green sweater holding a book in her hands. She is delighted with the book...
adding to tbr!

Scary Mommy’s Best Books Of 2025

Scary Mommy’s editors read literally hundreds of books each year — and these are the ones we loved most in 2025.

Serene woman relaxing with warm drink by sunny window
FWIW

To Moms Of Teens: Prepare Yourself For An Empty Nest Now

I wasn't prepared and it caught me by total surprise.

You Deserve This

Making The Case For A Moms-Only Trip To Disney Or Universal

A different kind of magic happens when you’re not making the trip magical for everyone else.

A person and a child lie close together on a bed, both facing the same direction. The child is weari...
In The Dark

The Questions Divorce Makes You Answer At Bedtime

In that half-awake haze right before sleep sets in, the tough stuff has a way of bubbling up.

The Wheel Of Feels

I Believe

'Stranger Things' Gives My Kids The Perfect Power

Moms to Watch

Erin Krakow Has Her Sights Set On A Hopeful New Season — Onscreen & Off

Exclusive Interview

Al Roker On Turning His Lifelong Love Of Weather Into A Kids’ Show

Hit The Books

How To Satiate Your Kid's Curiosity Without Turning To The Internet

tricky sitch

Would You Make Your Kid Go To A Birthday Party Of A Child With No Friends, Even If They Didn't Want To Go?

things were different then... or were they??

People Are Sharing Their Parents’ Best "Gramnesia" Incidents & It's So Laughable

tricky sitch

Would You Make Your Kid Go To A Birthday Party Of A Child With No Friends, Even If They Didn't Want To Go?

talk to your pediatrician

HHS Prunes Childhood Vaccine Schedule From 18 Shots To 11

not OK at all

A Video Showing Two Daughters' Visceral Reaction To Their Brother Eating All Their Snacks Is Going Viral

tricky sitch

Would You Make Your Kid Go To A Birthday Party Of A Child With No Friends, Even If They Didn't Want To Go?

tricky sitch

This Mom Doesn't Know How To Explain To Her Son That His "Best Friend" Doesn't Actually Like Him

true!

This Guy Says If Parents Want Youth Sports To Keep Going, It's Time To Step Up

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!

In The Dark

The Questions Divorce Makes You Answer At Bedtime

not OK at all

A Video Showing Two Daughters' Visceral Reaction To Their Brother Eating All Their Snacks Is Going Viral

Auld Lang Syne

“Hoping 2026 Will Bring Back My Motivation” & 19 Other New Year Mom Confessions

Scary Mommy Originals

Payal Desai Takes On The Patriarchy, One Funny Video At A Time

Shawn Johnson East Really, Truly Is That Fun Mom

Haley Pepper Knows You Need A Giggle, Too

Kristen Knutson Loves A Boomer Mom Joke Like The Rest Of Us

Kim Quindlen’s Got The Goofy Mom Part Down

Anna Connelly Tells It Like It Is

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

Whitney Cicero Is Here For The Laughs

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

What Mommy Wants

Walmart
Gerber Banana Blueberry Puree Pouch
$1.28
Target
Happy Baby Organics Stage 1 Baby Food Pouch

Happy Baby Organics Stage 1 Clearly Crafted Prunes Baby Food Pouch 3.5 pz

$1.99
Little Spoon
Little Spoon Bestsellers Smoothie Pack Of 12

A customizable pack of bestselling smoothie flavors.

$48.88
Serenity Kids
Serenity Kids Ethically Sourced Organic Baby Meat Pouches Pack of 8

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$35.95
Once Upon A Farm
Once Upon A Farm Apple, Cherry & Elderberry Immunity Blend Baby Food Pouches Pack of 16

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
$69.99
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
Moms, Everyone 👏👏👏
By Katie McPherson

Scary Mommy’s Favorite Badass Mom Moments Of 2025

The mothers who made us cry, laugh, and say, “You know what? Hell yeah.”

dialing immediately

A Pep Talk Hotline Created By An Elementary School Has Everyone Ugly Crying

Feeling stressed? Call 707-873-7862.

Grab Your Popcorn

The Most Anticipated Movies Coming Out In 2026 We Can’t Wait For

Anne Hathaway is in, like, all of them.

Chili Fam Rise Up

The 10 Best Winter Comfort Foods That Aren’t Soup

Warm, satisfying, delicious dishes you can chew.

Do I Win A Personal Pizza At The End?

11 New Year’s Reading Resolutions That Aren’t Just “Read More”

We’re not just doing numbers; we’re expanding our horizons.

Woo-Sahhhhh

These January Decluttering Tasks Take Under 10 Minutes & Make A Huge Difference

Snack-sized cleaning ideas that will actually make your life better.

Trending

tricky sitch
By Katie Garrity

Would You Make Your Kid Go To A Birthday Party Of A Child With No Friends, Even If They Didn't Want To Go?

A mom asked Reddit for advice on what to do in this situation.

things were different then... or were they??

People Are Sharing Their Parents’ Best "Gramnesia" Incidents & It's So Laughable

New Year, New... Latte?

Starbucks’ Winter Menu Is Here To Carry Us Through January

not OK at all

A Video Showing Two Daughters' Visceral Reaction To Their Brother Eating All Their Snacks Is Going Viral

relatable

A Mom Wanted 4 Kids — Until She Had Her first Newborn

tricky sitch

This Mom Doesn't Know How To Explain To Her Son That His "Best Friend" Doesn't Actually Like Him

a gift card will suffice!

Moms On Reddit Are Sharing The "Horrible" Gifts They Got For Christmas This Year

true!

This Guy Says If Parents Want Youth Sports To Keep Going, It's Time To Step Up

adding to tbr!

Scary Mommy’s Best Books Of 2025

not surprising honestly

Report: 82% Of Healthcare Appointments Booked For Men Are Made By Women

reading is fundamental!

This Middle School Teacher Is Begging Parents To Read To Their Kids After Noticing Huge Gaps In Skill

dialing immediately

A Pep Talk Hotline Created By An Elementary School Has Everyone Ugly Crying

why in the world

RFK Jr. Pulls Federal Funding From The American Academy Of Pediatrics

okay boomer

This Family Therapist Cannot Understand Why Boomer Parents Hide Their Medical Issues From Their Adult Children

wow just no

A Mom Wants To Know If She's Overreacting After Her Kid Was Given Melatonin At A Sleepover

Hope Is Alive (Again)

'Pushing Daisies' Might Finally Be Getting The Revival Fans Have Been Waiting For

CONFESS

SEE MORE

I like my dog more than I like my husband.

Confessional #3273

I think this might be the last year my oldest believes in Santa

Confessional #8800

Pete Davidson is my celebrity sex dream.

Confessional #762

I’m an adult being bullied at work. It’s so pathetic.

Trying to teach my girl not to be involved with girl drama at elementary school

Confessional #980
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More Confessions

“Hoping 2026 Will Bring Back My Motivation” & 19 Other New Year Mom Confessions

“Holiday Burnout Has Hit Hard” & 26 Other Holiday Mom Confessions

“I Can Tell My Husband Wants Sex & I Dread It All Day” & 31 Other Mom Confessions

“I’m Having An Abortion & Feel Bad For Not Feeling Bad About It” & 38 Other Mom Confessions

“I Wish My Husband Took More Pictures Of Me” & 23 Other Mom Confessions

“I’m Thrifting Everyone’s Gifts This Year” & 36 Other Holiday Confessions

“I’m Pregnant & Can Not Stand How My Husband Smells” & 35 Other Mom Confessions

“I Wish I Had A ‘Ho’ Phase” & 28 Other Mom Confessions

“I Want More Alone Time With My Husband” & 26 Other Mom Confessions

“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

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

Moms to Watch
By Julie Sprankles

Erin Krakow Has Her Sights Set On A Hopeful New Season — Onscreen & Off

As Hallmark’s When Calls the Heart returns for Season 13, the soon-to-be mom reflects on what’s next for Elizabeth and starting an exciting new chapter of her own.

Exclusive Interview

Al Roker On Turning His Lifelong Love Of Weather Into A Kids’ Show

Exclusive Interview

Christina Milian & Daughter Violet’s European Holiday Traditions Feel Straight Out Of A Christmas Movie

Interview

Brenda Song Shares The Everyday Way Macaulay Culkin Makes Her Swoon

Moms To Watch

Mae Whitman Reflects On Her Hallmark Holiday Series, Chosen Family, & New Motherhood

Moms To Watch

Stranger Things’ Cara Buono Talks About *That* Season 5 Karen Wheeler Scene

That Mom

Shawn Johnson East Really, Truly Is That Fun Mom

Real Nice, Clark 👌

Beverly D'Angelo Is 100% Ellen Griswold

exclusive

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

Exclusive

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

Exclusive

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

Exclusive

Meghan Trainor Isn’t Afraid To Be Silly

Exclusive

Jessel Taank Is The Realest Housewife

Exclusive

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

Exclusive

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”

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Your Life

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not afraid to admit it
By Anonymous

I Secretly Fantasize About All The Men I’ve Loved Before

I never thought I’d be the kind of woman to think about other men on the regular.

grown not flown

I’m 41, Dependent On My Mom & I’m OK With That

Just because you’re a mom yourself doesn’t mean you don’t still need your own mom.

that tracks

Well, 40% Of American Women 44 & Under Want To Leave The Country Permanently

The number has quadrupled since 2014.

Cozy Game Night Time

14 Fun Board Games To Break Out When Winter Keeps You In

From fast card games to immersive strategy, these picks are perfect for hunkering down at home.

not for the faint of heart

Dating Two Men At The Same Time Is Totally Wild

I’m tired, but I owe it to myself to keep my options open.

kind of love this?

Study Says Cassette Tapes Are Making A Comeback

Tapes are experiencing a 1,000% price surge... for real.

Family Life

SEE ALL
Did Someone Say Invisible Labor?
By Louisa Eunice

Planning Our Relaxing Family Vacation Is The Single Most Exhausting Thing I Do All Year

It almost ended my marriage.

okay boomer

This Family Therapist Cannot Understand Why Boomer Parents Hide Their Medical Issues From Their Adult Children

“Oh, we didn’t want to worry you!”

Time To Go IRL

How To Do A Digital Detox As A Family

Because it's not always as easy as putting screen-time limits on phones.

i want to go to there

Traveling With Kids In Switzerland: What To Know

Switzerland is incredibly beautiful with tons of culture — and on top of that, it's easy to take the kids.

Flexibility for all, please

The Push For A 4-Day School Week Is Rising, But What About Working Parents?

Would love for a three-day weekend to be the norm.

Family Dinner Fixes

How To Stock A Pantry That Makes Weeknight Dinners Way Easier

Experts share their go-to staples, organizing tips, and more.

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.

Sponsored
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.

Auld Lang Syne

“Hoping 2026 Will Bring Back My Motivation” & 19 Other New Year Mom Confessions

January is here — are we buckling in or running away?

Pregnancy

SEE ALL
A New Kind of Push Present
By Brianne Hogan

The Rise Of “Orgasmic Birth”: The Science Behind Pairing Labor Pain With Pleasure

If the idea makes you raise an eyebrow… you’re not alone. But here’s what the research actually says.

take your time

A New Mom Is Wondering How Long To Wait To Have Sex After Having Her Baby

Is six weeks *really* the right time?

Reproductive Exodus

Why A Growing Number Of Women Are Choosing Fertility Treatments & Pregnancy Abroad

Between rising maternal mortality rates, abortion restrictions, and staggering costs, some Americans are opting to leave the U.S. to have babies.

so true

Kylie Kelce Admits She Hates The Phrase: "We're Pregnant!"

"Who the f**l is we?" she asked.

these are all so valid

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

Did you know your belly button could move?

Oh sweet girl

A Pregnant Woman Asked What Hobbies She Should Do During Her Maternity Leave & The Comments Were F**king Hilarious

"I need ideas of what to do when I'm home all day with them."

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Travel Trends
By Kait Hanson

Is Skin Care Tourism The New Mom-cation?

Women are jetting off for everything from blephs to Botox.

Pop Culture Reckoning
By Julie Sprankles

12 Movie & TV Moms Who Deserved So Much Better

Are some apologies in order, perhaps?

Hit The Books
By Samantha Darby

How To Satiate Your Kid's Curiosity Without Turning To The Internet

Because the AI answers just aren't doing it anymore.

Ooooooh 👀
By Katie McPherson

The 2026 Nail Trends Moms Can Easily DIY (Or Just Use As Inspo)

You don’t have to be a pro to pull these off.

nooooooo
By Sarah Aswell

The Corporation For Public Broadcasting Will Shut Down. Here's What It Means For Your Kids' PBS Shows.

The non-profit was defunded by the federal government after 60 years of programming support.

tricky sitch
By Katie Garrity

Would You Make Your Kid Go To A Birthday Party Of A Child With No Friends, Even If They Didn't Want To Go?

A mom asked Reddit for advice on what to do in this situation.

things were different then... or were they??
By Sarah Aswell

People Are Sharing Their Parents’ Best "Gramnesia" Incidents & It's So Laughable

They're either remembering parenting with rose-colored glasses or gaslighting you...

talk to your pediatrician
By Katie McPherson

HHS Prunes Childhood Vaccine Schedule From 18 Shots To 11

Health authorities, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, say it's a huge mistake.

I Believe
By Samantha Darby

'Stranger Things' Gives My Kids The Perfect Power

They should always know someone is ready to believe them.

In The Dark
By Sarah Michelle Sherman

The Questions Divorce Makes You Answer At Bedtime

In that half-awake haze right before sleep sets in, the tough stuff has a way of bubbling up.