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cringe?!?
ByPenelope

Can I Date My Kid’s Teacher?

I've struck out on dating apps. Is it too close to home if I date my kid's teacher?

everything changed
ByDiana Park

The Best Sex Of My Life Came After My Divorce

I finally spoke up about what I wanted and didn’t hold back.

ready set go
ByJennifer Garcia

Here's What's Changed Since You Last Dated

Whether it’s been three years or 30, there’s a lot that’s different since you were last single.

"Que Sera Sera, People"
ByDeirdre Kaye

This '90s Classic Is A Reminder That Sometimes Divorce Is Your Happy Ending

If Sandra Bullock and Harry Connick Jr. aren’t proof that starting over can be sexy, I don’t know what is.

no regrets
ByBecky Vieira

Yup, I Was The Cliche Divorcee Who Dated A Younger Man

Folks, he didn’t know what Seinfeld was.

Exclusive
ByJulie Sprankles

AJLT Star Nicole Ari Parker Dishes On Motherhood, Marriage & Of Course, Fashion

The real-life Lisa Todd Wexley fills us in on life these days.

Current Events, Decoded
ByMorgan Flaherty

9 Podcasts To Help You Keep Track Of WTF Is Going On In The World

In a world with 24-hour news, these listens cut through the noise.

it's true
ByKatie Garrity

Mom Says Voluntarily Involved Grandparents Are A "Top-Tier" Bragging Point For Parents

"The worst part is it's kind of not common..."

Let loose
BySamm Davidson

My Kids Loved Disney — But Not As Much As I Did

I see what they mean about feeling like a kid again.

✨ Ambiance ✨
ByDeirdre Kaye

TikTok Moms Swear That A “Dinner Candle” Is The Sorcery You Didn’t Know You Needed

BRB, trying to find the matches.

good job mama
BySarah Aswell

A Mom Shared The Green Flag Moment Her Daughter Captured On A Date

A little gesture went a long way in showing that he cares — and that he understands the experiences of women.

An Expert Breakdown
ByMorgan Flaherty

Do You Really Need To Stay At Disney World To Get The "Full Experience"?

Why staying at Disney is not a requirement to do Disney.

take my money
ByKatie Garrity

This Is Not A Drill: Aldi Is Dropping Some Affordable & Adorable Disney Merch Next Week

A Loungefly dupe for $14.99?!

not cool
ByKatie Garrity

This Teacher Reminds Parents To Stop Bringing Extended Family On School Field Trips

"Please understand ... it is not a family reunion."

Quality Over Quantity
BySabienna Bowman

Netflix's May 2024 Lineup Of Family Movies & Shows Includes New Pokémon!

Kids get a new season of Pokémon Horizons (and moms get the long-awaited #Polin season of Bridgerton).

so long, farewell
ByKate Auletta

I Miss The 'Wild Kratts' Days

Oh how I adore Chris and Martin.

empathy
ByAnonymous

I’m Sorry My Kid Was A Jerk During My Divorce

His world was turned upside down, and he didn’t know what to do.

*Add to Cart*
ByEmily Weaver

I Almost Exclusively Shop at Old Navy. Here Are 12 Pieces Every Closet Needs.

Bury me in the PowerSoft Leggings, please and thank you.

she fought the law
ByKatie Garrity

Lawyer Mom Explains Why She Never Signs Liability Waivers For Her Kids

"Do not waive liability for your kid to go jump in a sh**ty little trampoline park."

Everything Is Expensive
ByAlexandra Frost

6 Ways I’m Slashing My Ridiculous Grocery Budget As A Mom Of 5

Gone are the days of buying three types of cereal because the kids couldn't agree on one.

Love Her
ByCandace Nagy

15 Kelly Clarkson Quotes About Motherhood That Prove She’s One Of Us

She’s the mom friend we all want in our circle.

gross!
ByKatie Garrity

Mom Blindly Goes Through Her Son's School Backpack In Hilarious Video

"We open it next to the sink because we never know what we're gonna find."

real life
ByMeredith Begley

My Home Is Chaos & That's Totally Normal

It’s totally OK for your house to look like people live there. Good, even!

To Botox Or Not To Botox
ByBrianne Hogan

How Long Does Botox Last? A Dermatologist Answers Your Newbie Questions

In case you’re wondering if it’s a worthwhile investment.

Grab Your Quarter
ByDeirdre Kaye

12 Things My Foodie Family Always Buys At Aldi

Aldi doesn't have *everything* — but it does have some real winners.

it's a lot
ByKatie Garrity

This Mom Says Anyone Who Thinks The 2 to 3 Kids Transition Is Easy Is A "Liar"

"Consider this your warning..."

not cool
BySarah Aswell

Comedian Asks Breastfeeding Mom To Leave His Show

Arj Barker is defending his decision but it's not going well.

Expert Insight
ByCandace Nagy

How To Recognize The Signs Of Dyslexia In Kids, & What To Do Next

Advocacy and emotional support can go a long way.

food fight
ByKatie Garrity

Mom Reems Out Fellow Parent For Serving Donuts At A Sleepover

The mom accused the host of making her kids “obese.”

Parenting
ByEmma Coburn

From The Confessional: 'Husband Confessed To Being A Sex Addict'

Mom friends, job troubles, babies who won't nap, and more: What 21 parents are talking about this week

perspective
ByLaura Onstot

The ‘Bluey’ Episode That Helped Me See Myself As A Good Mom

I was telling myself the wrong story.

Cue It Up
ByJulie Sprankles

Finish Earth Month Strong With Netflix’s New Nature Docuseries, Our Living World

The streamer also has eco activities for the whole fam.

Mom Zodiac Vibes
ByDeirdre Kaye

Do Moms’ SUV Colors Match Their Personalities? TikTok Thinks So

The gray SUV moms have officially entered the chat.

hey teacher
ByKatie Garrity

A Teacher Says The Problem With Kids Today Is Their Parents: "Your Kids Are Not Special"

“We have raised children to think that they are absolutely the most important person in any room.”

sad truth
ByKatie Garrity

This Woman Says Your Husband Will Never Change Because He Actually Doesn’t Care In “Harsh Truth” Video

“It doesn’t benefit him to change.”

self care
ByHolly Garcia

What Body Shame Took From Me

For so long, I deprived myself.

Exclusive
ByJulie Sprankles

Jamie-Lynn Sigler Gets Real About Mom Guilt

The actor and mother-of-two opens up to Scary Mommy about MS, her new podcast with Christina Applegate, and where Meadow Soprano would be now.

This Tracks
ByDeirdre Kaye

Someone Asked Women If They’d Rather Be In The Woods With A Man Or Bear. Here’s How It Went.

One woman’s response to a mansplainer is going viral.

She Gets It
ByCandace Nagy

24 Kate Hudson Quotes About Being A Mom That Are Super Relatable

How much fun would she be to hang out with on a moms’ night out?

✨ Necessities ✨
ByTeam Scary Mommy

13 Amazon Purchases Scary Mommy Editors Are Loving In April 2024

Things we've bought on Amazon this month, from our shopping carts to yours.

gigi and papa
ByKatie Garrity

Here Are The Most Popular Grandparent Nicknames In America, According To A New Study

Some of these were a bit surprising!

helping out
ByKatie Garrity

Mom Gives Ten-Month-Old Son Household Chores To Show Babies "Are Capable"

She says he loves helping out.

milestones
ByLauren Davidson

I've Made It 10 Years As A Mom. Here's What I Know.

Along with celebrating the person he’s becoming, I’m celebrating my own anniversary.

the audacity
ByKatie Garrity

A Nanny Went Viral For Exposing Screenshots Of Parents’ Entitled Messages

Some parents even thought she would be enticed by free housing and no pay.

if you gotta go
ByKatie Garrity

This Mom Was Issued A Fine After Her 4-Year-Old Son's Bathroom Emergency At A Park

"What did they expect us to do?" the mom said. "Using the bathroom is a right."

The crème de la crème
ByEmily Weaver

The Real Housewives Beginner’s Guide: What To Watch First

RH is the best reality TV series, and I have the receipts, proof, timelines, and screenshots to prove it!

playtime
ByLaura Onstot

There’s Nothing Like Being A Kid Again With Your Mom Friends

Or, why you should really consider that mud run, or axe-throwing, or camping trip.

Ughhh
ByKelly Schremph

What In The Fresh Hell Is Skeeter Syndrome?

What parents need to know about this mosquito bite allergy as the weather warms up — and bugs come back out.

"Believe"
ByDeirdre Kaye

Wait... Are We Getting A Ted Lasso Season 4 Or Not?

As Richmond fans know, "It's the hope that kills you."

Take Note
ByDeirdre Kaye

Need-To-Know Info: Can You Get Pregnant During Perimenopause?

Don’t toss out the contraceptives just yet.

Soo, this is legit?
ByBrianne Hogan

How To Use Red Light Therapy At Home: A Quick & Easy Guide

A dermatologist gives the rundown on those Darth Vader-esque masks.

what would you do
ByKatie Garrity

This Mom Refuses To Send Her 7-Year-Old Son To A “Kids Only” Birthday Party

“If I can’t be at this birthday party, unfortunately, my son will not be attending.”

yes please
ByKatie Garrity

A Mom Shares The One Thing All Moms Want For Mother's Day: Zero Decisions, Zero Planning

"She wants a day where she can shut her f**king brain off."

Parenting
ByEmma Coburn

From The Confessional: ‘My In-Laws Don’t Know About Our Second Kid’

From giving birth on the freeway to pickleball-obsessed MILs, here's what 21 parents are talking about this week

Something's gotta give
BySamm Davidson

Can We Stop Inviting The Whole Class To The Birthday Party

I don’t want to feel shamed into playing this party-scorekeeping game when I create my guest list.

Covert Kitty
ByBrianne Hogan

Why Is My Cat Hiding All The Time, & When Should I Worry? A Veterinarian Explains

Aka: How do I tempt my cat out of its beloved and deeply inconvenient hiding place?

ten vs. ten
ByKatie Garrity

Dove's New Ad Highlights The Impact Of Anti-Aging Skincare Trends On 10-Year-Old Girls

“When did 10-year-olds start worrying about wrinkles and getting older?"

Hot Take
ByBrianne Hogan

Why It’s OK To Flirt With Other People While In A Relationship

According to a psychologist, it’s totally normal — but one word is crucial.

new rules
ByKatie Garrity

This Mom's Strict Rules For Her Twin Tweens Has the Internet Shook

Some TikTok users thought she was taking things too far.

turning the page
ByDiana Park

I Finally Forgave My Mom

For the sake of my health, I moved on.

Let's Do It
ByDeirdre Kaye

This Mom Wants To Normalize Asking For Cash As Your Kid’s Birthday Gift

A lot of moms agree, so why is this still so stigmatized?

fashion emergency
ByKatie Garrity

Nike's Skimpy US Women's Olympic Uniforms Are Being Heavily Criticized By Athletes

The popular sportswear brand has responded to the negative reaction.

No One Told Me
ByElizabeth Narins

Capsule Wardrobes Are A F*cking Scam. Here’s Why.

THE LIMIT FOR CLOTHES SHOULD NOT EXIST.

words matter
ByKatie Garrity

New Study Reveals Top Negative Words Used By Today’s Parents When Speaking To Kids

Plus, the top parenting styles today’s parents lean into.

yikes
ByKatie Garrity

The Internet Has A Strong Reaction To Mom Podcasters Who Don't Want To Hear Your Birth Story

“They honestly think, ‘I’m the first person in the history of the world to have a baby.’”

For Real Life?!
ByMatthew Kaplowitz

Rumor Has It A Secret Bluey Season 3 Episode Will Drop Soon

The finale has come and gone, but there might be one more surprise in store!

raising kids today
ByMeg St-Esprit

Just Because We're Doing It Differently Than Our Parents Doesn't Mean We're Failing

A few simple things I want to tell my parents.

Keepy Uppy
ByMatthew Kaplowitz

The Emotional Bluey Season 3 Finale Changes Everything For Our Favorite Heeler Family

The episode ended on a high note, leaving the door open for unexpected surprises in the future.

Load The Car
ByDeirdre Kaye

This Mom Has An Easy Weekend Parenting Hack For Burning Off Kids' Energy

You may even remember doing this with your mom growing up.

Pretty Much
ByDeirdre Kaye

This Man’s Description Of The “Perpetual Chores” Of Women Is Spot-On

I mean, where’s the lie?

i'm just dad
BySarah Aswell

Ryan Gosling Jokes About His Daughters' Involvement In 'I'm Just Ken'

"It's really been a team effort."

Burnt Out
ByKatie Bingham-Smith

I Stopped Posting My Entire Life On Social Media & I’m So Much Happier

I was experiencing my life again instead of curating it for my followers.

O Captain, my captain!
ByDeirdre Kaye

This Woman Swears By Her Relationship Hack: Choose A “Captain”

The new mom says she and her fiancé use it for every area of their life.

always welcome
BySarah Aswell

A Dad Has A Sweet Message For His Adults Kids: You Can Always Come Home

No matter what.

Age Is But Two Numbers, Apparently
ByBrianne Hogan

What Is Biological Age, & Does It Really Even Matter? A Doctor Explains

This buzzy term has caught the attention of parents, who ultimately just want to be around for their kids as long as possible.

Keepy Uppy
ByMatthew Kaplowitz

Bluey's Mum & Dad Address The For-Real-Life Rumors That The Beloved Kids’ Show Is Ending

Melanie Zanetti and Dave McCormack, the voices of Chilli and Bandit Heeler, weigh in on whether or not “The Sign” is really the series finale, along with other *trificult* questions.

Don't Leave Us, Hilary!
ByMeredith Begley

Move Over, House Hunters — Love It Or List It Is The *Real* Real Estate Show MVP

Sure it’s formulaic, but isn’t that the point?!

I scream, you scream
BySumitra Mattai

Screw It, Eat Ice Cream Every Day

I highly recommend it.

Wait... What?!
ByMatthew Kaplowitz

This Beloved Kids' Book Character Had A Surprisingly Sinister Start

Madeline has enchanted readers for over 80 years, but her origin story is decidedly dark.

This Tracks
ByDeirdre Kaye

20 Years Later, The Internet Is Reeling Over This Boys’ House/Girls’ House Experiment

Like The Real World with unsupervised tweens. Guess who fared better?

disturbing
BySarah Aswell

A Mom Is Warning Tween Parents About "The Fire Truck Game"

Parents: Talk to your kids about this — your girls and your boys.

Parenting
ByEmma Coburn

From The Confessional: 'I Want An Open Marriage'

From in-laws to affairs and financial woes, here's what 17 parents anonymously shared this week

Gotta Be A Better Way
ByAshley Ziegler

What Is With Kids' School Fundraisers These Days?

It’s laughable that we ask a bunch of 7-year-olds to get online donations using their social networks.

New Favorite Hobby
ByDeirdre Kaye

This Family Accidentally Adopted Dozens Of Octopuses, & The Internet Is Obsessed

Their first pet turned out to be... 30 pets.

We're All "Lunatics" Here
ByJulie Sprankles

Maren Morris’ Next Act

The singer talks to Scary Mommy about her new children’s book, “leaving” country music, Beyoncé, and co-parenting now.

even pop stars need balance
BySarah Aswell

Gwen Stefani Opens Up About Just How Grueling It Is To Be A Working Mom In The Arts

In an interview with 'Nylon,' she describes being asked to return to the studio when Kingston was 9 weeks old.

check it out
ByMadison Boling

As A Mom & Educator, I'm So Excited About This New PBS Kids Show

Honestly, it’s about time.

Keep the Change
ByElizabeth Narins

Should You Ever Pay A Family Member To Babysit?

An etiquette expert has... a lot to say about it.

seriously no idea
BySarah Aswell

A Mom Wants To Know: Seriously, What Did We Do With Our Time Before Kids?

"Why was I not making like a million dollars with some new business idea?"

long live
ByKate Auletta

The 5 Cheapest European Cities For Taylor Swift Eras Tour Tickets

The megaworld tour continues this summer across Europe.

underestimated the whole thing
BySamm Davidson

I Knew Braces Were Expensive But Damn

Maybe a little tooth crowding isn’t so bad?!

Impatiently Waiting
ByJulie Sprankles

Every Single Scintillating Bridgerton Season 3 Photo Released So Far

Let these tide you over until we return to the Ton.

Brb, Packing
ByJulie Sprankles

Here’s Your Dream Spring Getaway, According To Your Zodiac Sign

Astrology expert Astrid Bly shares some celestially backed travel insight.

gross!
ByKatie Garrity

This Pastor Won’t Let His Wife Read Unless He Approves The Reading Material

“I don’t have time to read it, and so you’re not going to read it either.”

just tap it in!
BySarah Aswell

Drew Barrymore Is Doing The Lord's Work By Asking Adam Sandler For 'Happy Gilmore 2' Updates

She just got an update about the possible screenplay.

Guilty As Charged
ByBrianne Hogan

Find Out Your Most Toxic Trait, According To Your Zodiac Sign

No one pouts quite like an Aries ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Let's go
ByKatie Bingham-Smith

50 Is Right Around The Corner And I Can’t Wait

Don’t use your age as a barrier or excuse.

ridiculous
ByKatie Garrity

This Mom Was Shamed At Her Local Library For Her "Inappropriate" Outfit

“Apparently, it’s inappropriate to show any midriff when you’re edging into 40.”

Who's Keeping Score?
ByDeirdre Kaye

Is Venmo Turning Our Friendships Too Transactional? Viral TikTok Makes A Fair Point

The days of “just get mine next time” may be coming to an end.

Middle-Aged Witch
ByAmelia Edelman

Melissa Explains It All

The actor, activist, former child star and mom of three is not afraid to blast *NSYNC in the school dropoff line.