Oct. 2, 2025

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Your Life

A woman scrolls on her phone in bed as her husband sleeps beside her.
It's Not You, It's Me
By Julie Sprankles

I’m Happily Married... So Why Can’t I Stop Watching DivorceTok?

Experts unpack the allure and psychology of marathon-watching breakup content.

good trouble

The World Is Heavy. Here's How I'm Coping.

It’s a lot right now, and it’s a privilege to prioritize yourself. Do it anyway.

worst nightmare

My Queef Confession

And yes, it happened during sex.

good question

Is There A Women's Hobby Equivalent To Men's Golfing?

We're stumped!

taking notes!

This 67-Year-Old Woman Has Three Key Pieces Of Advice For Women In Their 50s

Honestly, these are helpful for any age!

In 'This Is 40,' Leslie Mann plays an overstimulate, underappreciated mom.
Psst, Lean In Closer

She’s Not “Dramatic.” She’s Just Tired Of Everyone’s Sh*t.

PSA: Women aren’t too much — we’re carrying too much.

In Your Free Time

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

'The Simpsons' Movie Is Finally Getting A Sequel

A Woman Asked For Everyone's Best Little Hosting Hacks & We Love All Of Them

33 Years Later, Can We All Agree Maggie Smith's Sister Act Character Deserves An Apology?

10 Podcasts To Get You In The Mood For Spooky Season

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

The Original Laguna Beach Cast Is Reuniting & 2005 Me Is *DUNZO*

17 New Family-Friendly Movies & Shows To Watch On Netflix In October

Joanna Gaines Has Her Own Barbie Doll *And* Her Very Own Dreamhouse!

Why Does The New Stranger Things Season 5 Trailer Have Me In Literal Tears?

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

Thank You, Robert Munsch

‘Miss Nelson Is Missing’ Movie In The Works At Netflix With Melissa McCarthy To Star

Reese Witherspoon's Relatable Admission Of Parenting Her Youngest Kid Differently Is So Real

Confession: Bandit Heeler Is Kind Of A DILF

13 Documentaries We’re Watching RN

how about no?!
By Diana Park

I Judge Every Man I Date Based On How They Talk About Their Ex-Wife

What’s said — and not said — really does tell a lot.

You Really Can Do This
By Samantha Darby

Are You Experiencing "Good Mom" Burnout?

It turns out, being present and engaged all the time is super exhausting.

Your Nervous System Called
By Julie Sprankles

Why You Keep Inviting Chaos Into Your Life (Even If You Don’t Want To)

It’s not that you love stress; it’s that your body thinks chaos equals safety. Experts share how to rewire.

trying so many of these
By Sarah Aswell

A Woman Asked For Everyone's Best Little Hosting Hacks & We Love All Of Them

We're not talking about the ones you've heard a million times.

more of this, please
By Katie Garrity

Watch This Group Of Dudes Unpack Why They Feel "Embarrassed" To Give Flowers

More deep conversations like this need to be had by men!

fierce pierce
By Kate Auletta

Check Out Scary Mommy’s Rowan Ear Piercing Event

Inside Scary Mommy’s second piercing event, this time in Naperville, IL.

data driven
By Katie Garrity

This Woman Printed Out A "What To Expect" Chart To Help Her Partner Understand Her Menstrual Cycle

Brilliant or is the bar for men in hell?

that mom
By Kate Auletta

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

@callmekristenmarie loves to poke fun at our parents on her hysterical Instagram account.

Pass The Good Vibes
By Samantha Darby

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.

Lifestyle
By Katie Garrity

A Duke College Professor Shows That Most Kids Cannot Tell Time On Analog Clocks

Funny or absolutely horrifying?

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