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If You Love Gilmore Girls, You’ll Love These 27 Cozy Shows
To help fill the Stars Hollow-shaped hole in your fall.
The Joy Of Sharing A Nostalgic Hobby With Your Kid
This is so much better than if he was obsessed with the Paw Patrol.
Deaths From Ectopic Pregnancy Are Surging & It’s More Common In States With Abortion Bans
A new investigation by ProPublica sheds light on yet another consequence of sweeping abortion bans.
My Kids Don’t Have 9/11. They Have COVID.
Every generation gets its “where were you when everything changed?” moment. For me, it was a September morning in high school. For my kids, it was masks, Zoom school, and the world shutting down.
Why Is My Cat Drooling All Of A Sudden?
Emergency vets explain when drooling is normal, and when it’s a major red flag.
Nobody Wants This Season 3 Drops In October, & It’s All About The “After” Phase
Joanne and Noah are playing house. Esther is finding out that wanting a break from your marriage doesn’t mean you’re ready for what’s next.
ADHD Was Supposed to Be The Answer, Why Do I Still Struggle?
Being diagnosed has allowed Catherine D. to see herself better, but that doesn’t mean she doesn’t still struggle with parts of living with ADHD. As told to Leila Barghouty
I Finally Understand Why My ADHD Makes My Emotions Feel So Big
In order to support her children, Amy Marie H. has prioritized managing her condition. As told to Leila Barghouty
How I Learned My Child’s Difficult Behavior Was Hinting At ADHD
Through parenting her son, Hannah M. has learned about herself and her childhood. As told to Leila Barghouty
Raising A Child With ADHD Is One Thing — Juggling Theirs (and Mine) Is Another Story
In her son, Nic B. saw herself in little-boy form. As told to Leila Barghouty
Yoto Just Dropped Its Biggest Upgrade Yet & Your Kid's Screen-Free Speaker Is About to Get Smarter
Here’s everything you need to know about Yoto's latest update!
I'm Having A '90s Fall
Give me all that good nostalgia.
9 Easy Recipes For When You're Sick, Because It’s Cold Season Now
Back-to-school season means sore throats and runny noses are imminent.
5 Sexpert Scripts For Initiating That Aren’t “So... Want To?”
For the horny and the chronically awkward 🫡
I Wouldn’t Let My 5-Year-Old Do This. But Does That Make This Mom Neglectful?
After all, “I wouldn’t do that” isn’t the same thing as “that mother is neglectful.”
Girl Scouts’ New Cookie Is A Big Deal For Allergy Families, But There’s A Catch
The brand’s first allergy-friendly Girl Scout Cookie is coming in 2027. You just won’t be able to buy it from a kid at a folding table outside Publix.
Parenting Without My Partner Is Just Easier
I love him... but he complicates things.
We’re All High-Effort Moms, Actually
Some moms make magic with themed lunches and birthday advent calendars, while some spend every ounce of energy fighting for an IEP. Both count.
My Brief & Entirely Unprofitable FeetFinder Career
ADHD made me do it, promise.
This New Foundation Became My Holy Grail The First Time I Used It
It has re-earned its place of honor on my vanity with every wear since.
26 New Family-Friendly Movies & Shows You’ll Want To Watch On Netflix In September
From a Hawkins return to a chocolate factory competition series (that looks unhinged in the best way), here’s what you should add to your queue.
Pampers Swaddlers Are Now Fragrance Free. Here’s What Actually Changed.
The diaper so many moms already buy is now fragrance free in every size and count.
All The New Family-Friendly Shows & Movies Coming To Disney+ & Hulu In September 2026
Summer blockbusters and Halloween favorites are here.
Paris Hilton Grew Up Labeled Distracted & Difficult. Turns Out, It Was ADHD.
The mom of two opens up about her adult ADHD diagnosis and why mornings, especially, look so different now.
“Favoritism Of Grandkids Is Ripping Our Family Apart” & 53 Other Mom Confessions
The moms have a lot on their minds.
What Parents Get Wrong About Teaching Kids About Consent
We were taught growing up that “manners” mattered more than our comfort. We can do better by our kids.
The Best Labor Day 2026 Sales For Families, From Clothes To Tech
Get some bang for your buck this weekend.
The Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu Trailer Just Dropped & It’s So Precious
In an era of AI slop, this is the kind of show we want.
Jacqueline Woodson Has A Message For Every Kid Who’s Ever Felt Like An Outsider
The author opens up about the new PBS Kids special based on her beloved picture book The Day You Begin.
Do Yourself A Favor And Join The Mom Group
Parenthood can be uniquely isolating — having a mom crew can save you.
There’s A PPD Screening Problem In America, And Moms Know It
This Reddit thread highlights the realities, gaps, and frustrations of postpartum depression screening.
Could Your Relationship Benefit From A Weekly “State Of The Union” Meeting?
Relationship experts highly recommend them.
I’m Here To Tell You Your Vagina Will Get Longer As You Age
Like it or not, we stretch and grow in all our places.
6 Reasons Coyote vs. Acme Genuinely Deserves A Family Trip To The Movies
This one’s worth the night-out splurge.
What Sex Therapists Tell Couples Who Have Wildly Different Bedtimes
Does having mismatched bedtimes kill intimacy? Here’s what the experts say.
I’ve Done 11 Back-To-School Seasons. Here Are The Medicine-Cabinet Essentials I Always Restock.
You’ll be grateful you replenished these before germs hit.
“I Want A Divorce But It’s So Much Easier To Let Him Stay” & 46 Other Mom Confessions
The moms unleashed their inner thoughts this week.
12 Books Our Editors Devoured This August
From a long-awaited Big Little Lies sequel to a retro Disney cookbook, these were worth every spare second.
Why Do Dogs Tilt Their Heads So Cute Like That?
It might surprise you to know it’s probably not because your dog understands what you’re saying.
18 Back-To-School Buys Tweens & Teens Will Actually Use
RIP to the character backpack years; back-to-school shopping for big kids is a whole different sport.
11 Cozy Fall Dinner Recipes That Give “This Was Ordered In A Storybook Tavern”
We are done with summer. DONE.
Yes, You Can Get Your Kid’s Back-To-School Shots At CVS. Here’s What It’s Actually Like.
PSA: Immunizations don’t have to be a full-day production.
Scary Mommy 2026 Readers' Choice Awards Best Label & Personalization Brands
Kids lose absolutely everything.
Scary Mommy 2026 Readers' Choice Awards Best Family Command Center Tech Brands
Sorry, these beat dry erase boards any day of the week.
Scary Mommy 2026 Readers' Choice Awards Best Kid-Safe Wearable Tech Brands
Cause the kids need to be alright.
Scary Mommy 2026 Readers' Choice Awards Best Screen-Free Device Brands
Technology is cool, even and especially when it doesn’t come through a screen.
Scary Mommy 2026 Readers' Choice Awards Best Wake-Up & Light Tech Brands
Nightlights and wake up clocks for everyone.
I’m Coming To Terms With The Fact That My Children Don’t Want Kids
There are certain things in life I thought would just happen for me. And being a grandmother — eventually — was one of them.
“I Received Oral Sex On My Parents’ Kitchen Counter” & 44 Other Mom Confessions
The moms had *a lot* on their minds this week.
My ADHD Isn't The Problem. The Mental Load Of Motherhood Is
It’s not that my brain works differently; it’s that motherhood requires women to function as the unpaid interns of everyone else’s lives.
I Love Being An Only Child. Then I Think About My Parents Getting Older.
I’ve never wanted a sibling, but watching my parents age from 3,000 miles away has made me realize exactly what “on your own” means.
The FDA Approved A New ADHD Medication For Kids. Here’s What Parents Should Know.
A psychiatrist and ADHD expert shares everything we know, and everything we don’t.
Disney Collaborated With The NFL & Gave Each Team Their Own Dedicated Character
Ordering 10 of them, thank you!
Did You Know Diaper Safety Certifications Were A Thing? Here’s What They Mean
For the mom whose baby breaks out in a rash at the idea of something touching their skin.
Travel & Experiences Are What Our Kids Need Right Now
In a divided, anxious world, even a small trip beyond familiar borders can help kids become more curious, confident and compassionate.
11 Game Day Appetizers For All Your Sunday Afternoon Watch Parties
Even if you don’t care about sportsball, you gotta admit the snacks rule.
Has Sterling Point Been Renewed For Season 2? Better Pack Your Bags
Who’s ready to head back to Muskoka? 🙋♀️
27 Back-To-School Shopping Picks For Kids That Scary Mommy Editors Swear By
From lunchboxes and new sneaks to BTS books and more.
100 Years Later, Route 66 Is Still America's Ultimate Family Road Trip
America's most famous highway is having a moment.
These Are The Ultimate Things Every Mom In The Toddler-Newborn Trenches Needs Right Now
These will buy her five minutes of peace!
Join Scary Mommy On Tour With 'Are You There God? It's Me Menopause’
Comedy. Cocktails. Great convo. What more could you ask for?
The Savings Club That Will Save You Big Time This Fall
A membership offers everyday savings and exclusive benefits that can seriously add up.
Meet Kio! Your Next Family Watch Is A Real Lion Cub's Coming-Of-Age Story
See the 8-week-old cub meet the world (and stick very close to his mom) in this exclusive first look at the new National Geographic docuseries Lion.
Each Year My Friend Group Goes Camping Together & It Created Our Village
In a world where it feels like vacations need to be bigger and better, our kids love this simple trip the best.
15 Late-Summer Book Releases You Won't Want To Put Down
That TBR pile just got a little glow-up.
Disney’s Most Exciting Announcements From D23, From New Movies To Rides
It’s almost too much (and too good) to take in at once.
I Took My Mom To The Grand Canyon. What I Really Saw Was Her.
Four days, three hotels, and 12 hours in a rental car, and I already can’t wait for our next adventure.
67 Road-Trip Movies That’ll Make You Want To Pack A Bag & Hit The Highway
For when you can’t get away but need an escape.
Have We Forgotten How To Be A Couple?!
Having teens in the house is a great contraceptive.
30+ Storybook Baby Names That Feel Soft, Whimsical, & Woodsy
The names you’d call from the front stoop of your cottage, if you lived in a fairy tale.
10 Fun & Fancy Homemade Coffee Drinks To Make Yourself Before Work
A little treat, on the house.
The Tonies x Pokémon Collab Is Here & We Gotta Catch 'Em All
Screen-free playtime just leveled up!
Trump Signs Executive Order Directing HHS To Revise Childhood Vaccine Schedule
The president cited misinformation, like that vaccines cause autism, during his press conference.
What Would Andie Anderson Read in 2026?
The How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days heroine has cool-girl energy that would totally transfer to her book taste!
Kylie Kelce Shares The Sweet Reason She’s A Kangaroo In Peppa Pig’s First Grown-Up Special
The Not Gonna Lie host tells Scary Mommy about her mums’ getaway with Mummy Pig, Jason’s cameo, and what filling your cup actually looks like with four kids under 7.
So Apparently “Vaginamaxxing” Is A Thing Now & Experts Are Not Here For It
Supplements, creams, steaming, lasers — and none of it will make your vagina any healthier.
12 Things ADHD Moms Assume Every Parent Does
Once I stopped viewing myself as lazy, careless, disorganized, dramatic, or failing, I could finally see what was actually happening.
Disney World Might Just Be Planning A Future Fifth Theme Park, Y’all
Everything we know right now about the potential future of a fifth Disney property in Florida.
What's The Difference Between Retinol, Retinal, & Retinoid?
There are so many retinol-esque ingredient names. Which one’s right for your skin?
The Disney x BÉIS Collection Is Dropping Soon & Traveling Just Got More Magical
The trendy collab features a lineup of luggage, bags, and accessories built around Mickey & Friends.
The First Official Teaser For 'The Pitt' Season 3 Just Dropped
Dr. Robby is *so* back.
Will There Be A Ride Or Die Season 2? The Showrunner Is Ready
Where Debbie and Judith go next has already been sketched out, and there’s even talk of someone getting married.
I’m Learning To Let Go Of The Parent I Thought I’d Be
If even the “perfect” moms have regrets, what hope is there for the rest of us?
Gina Rodriguez Opens Up About Postpartum Anxiety & The Village That Got Her Through It
The Jane the Virgin star and mom of two talks to Scary Mommy about life with two under 4 and the best gift you can give a new mom (spoiler: it’s not something you can buy).
If You’re On The Fence, Here’s How To Tell Your Pet Needs To Go To The Vet *Now*
When in doubt, vets want you to call them!
In A Complete 180, RFK Jr. Tells Families To Vaccinate Their Children Against Measles
When asked if he is in any way responsible for the record-breaking surge in cases he said, “Absolutely not.”
I Didn't Need A Retreat. I Needed To Hide In A Closet.
What I learned during a game of hide-and-seek with my daughter.
10 Recipes To Use Up The Cucumber Rolling Around In Your Produce Drawer
This one will not turn into mush, this one will not turn into mush...
“I'm Not Built To Mother” & 45 Other Mom Confessions
These moms left NOTHING unsaid this week.
PPD Doesn’t Just Affect You — It Affects Your Relationship Too
It’s common for tensions to rise, but there are ways to strengthen your (re)connection.
What I Would Tell My Pre-Baby Self About PPD
Five years out, here’s what I wish I’d known before PPD hit.
Trust Me, Here Are 10 Things To Do To Get Ready To Become An Empty Nester
Or, what you need to do to become yourself again.
Back-To-School Is The Invisible Load Super Bowl For Moms
In this analogy, late summer class assignments are "roughing the passer."
Does Your Dog Need A Back-To-School Routine, Too?
A veterinary behaviorist explains why the family pup may need a plan before the house empties out in August.
The Low-Bar Guide To Starting School Year
Ten things NOT to do to make this the best year ever.
How Co-Parents Can Prepare For A Successful School Year
Consider this your guide for everything you need to know.
