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Parents Who Teach Children To Shoot Firearms More Likely To Store Them Unlocked, Loaded
Parents may be demonstrating safe handling for their children, but is that enough?
Official Barbie Stanley Cups Are Here & The Nostalgic Patterns Are Everything
The hot pink one is coming home with me.
Woman Recalls Being Mom-Shamed For Letting Her Three-Year-Old Daughter Get Her Ears Pierced
She shared her emotional reaction on TikTok.
Cat & Nat Want Moms To Take Time To Find Joy In & Outside Of Motherhood
Best friends Cat and Nat connected as new moms and over the past decade have built an online community for others to get real and have fun.
Little Girl Pre-Apologizes To Her Mom For Being A Rude Teenager One Day
Influencer Sheridan Ingalls shared a video of her daughter Kaia reassuring her mom over some french fries.
Empty Nester Dad's Trip To The Grocery Store Is Actually The Saddest Thing Ever
"I just want to say for you with your kids at home, please appreciate them and understand it goes very fast."
Mammogram Patients Will Soon Be Notified About Their Breast Density
And here’s why that’s important.
What Scary Mommy Editors Are Buying At Trader Joe's This Fall
We’re rounding up our favorites — seasonal and otherwise.
The Chicken Sisters’ Genevieve Angelson & Wendie Malick Discuss The Magic Of Female-Centered Shows
The pair, who play mother and daughter on Hallmark’s new show, also dish on cast hangs at Sissy Spacek’s house.
The Chicken Sisters’ Schuyler Fisk & Lea Thompson Spill On Their Cast Group Chat & More
The women star as daughter-in-law and mother-in-law duo Nancy and Amanda in Hallmark+’s new TV series.
The Second Week Of School Is Pure, Utter Hell
Let's talk about the worst time of year for everyone.
Jason Kelce Shared His Favorite Things About Wife Kylie Kelce, And We’re All Swooning
Former Eagles star Jason Kelce shared his favorite things about his wife Kylie, as both a mother and a person.
Working Mom On TikTok Gives The Best Quick Cleaning Advice Ever
The tidying cart is the stroke of genius we didn’t know we needed.
Mom Keeps It Real, Says Raising Dogs & Kids Are *Not* The Same
“These two things are not comparable.”
Selena Gomez Reveals She Can't Carry Her Own Children
The singer has been open about her health struggles in the past.
Is The Goonies Sequel Really Happening?
If only we had a treasure map to follow.
Kristen Kish Reveals The High-Protein Breakfast She Eats On The Top Chef Set
The Top Chef winner and host talked to Scary Mommy about travel tummy, her dad’s chicken finger recipe, and more.
I’ve Got A Gamer At Home. How Do I Keep Them Safe From Online Danger & Threats?
Whether your tween is a Minecraft kid or you have a Halo teen, here’s how experts say you can protect them.
A Parents Guide To The Online Gaming Spaces Where Teens & Tweens Are Hanging Out
From Fortnite to Call of Duty, everything to know about the multiplayer games your kid loves.
Waiting 7 Extra Seconds In The Car Line Is Not That Serious, Y’all
I promise, you’re going to live while a mom makes sure her kid’s shoes are tied as they hop out of the car.
Where To Stream Beetlejuice So You Can Be The Host With The Most
Let’s turn on the juice and see what shakes loose.
Should You Change Your Kids’ Clothes When They Get Home From School?
Can your kids’ clothes make them sick or is that just an old wives’ tale?
Daughter Shares Her Mom’s 3 Questions She Wanted Her To Ask Herself When She Was Ready To Have Sex
And none of them have to do with being in love.
15 Forgotten Names For Your Baby That Are Unique & Have Vintage Vibes
Bring back Ida and Mack.
Reality TV Star Stassi Schroeder Doesn’t Know How She’ll Explain Her Former Self-Harm to Toddler
"How will I ever explain to her that this was something that I chose?"
‘I Desperately Need Enthusiastic Sex After So Many Blah Years’
In the latest Confessions roundup, 18 parents reveal what’s on their minds, from crushing on Ilona Maher (honestly, same) to financial stress and flirting with an affair.
I’m Constantly Advocating For My Kid & It’s Mentally Exhausting
I haven’t had a break since the day she was born, and I am utterly exhausted.
Love Is Blind Season 7 Is Coming To Netflix In Less Than A Month
And I’ve got my pillows and notebook ready.
Demi Lovato Makes Her Directorial Debut With New Hulu Documentary Child Star
You’ll see a lot of familiar faces.
Target’s Halloween Products Just Dropped & This Is What We’re Ordering
Costumes starting at $15? Let me grab my pocketbook.
Bindi Irwin Has A Perfect Answer To Fans Asking About Having Another Baby
She shares 3-year-old Grace Warrior with partner Chandler Powell.
14 Best U.S. Destinations To Book For Your Next Moms’ Trip
These spots are perfect for a grown-up girls’ trip.
An Age-By-Age Guide For Establishing Cell Phone Boundaries
Experts outline the rules so you don’t have to.
At What Age Is Social Media Appropriate? What Experts Think About “Banning” Your Tween
You might be surprised by what the pros have to say on this controversial subject.
The Two-Year Age Gap Is The Absolute Worst
Turns out you can’t make your kids best friends.
Slumberkins New Halloween Collection Is Boo Basket Ready
It’s almost scary how adorable everything is.
The First Teaser Trailer For A Minecraft Movie Is Here
And I personally need Jason Momoa’s pink blazer and bangs.
A South Carolina Neighborhood Is At Odds Over Kids Playing In Common Areas
“It’s just a bunch of 5- to 9-year-olds coming to play.”
Baby Name Regret Is More Common Than You Think
According to a new survey from Baby Center, nearly 1 in 10 moms regret the name they picked for their child.
This Mom Wants To Know How Married Couples With Kids Are Having Sex "4-5 Times A Week"
"How?! With what energy?!"
I Love My Grumpy Barn Cat & So Does My Kid
Is he cuddly? No. Is he a great cat for a kid? Sure is.
How To Host A Practical Magic Girls’ Night In
Midnight margaritas? Make them at 6 p.m. instead.
Is A Work Commute A Break From Parenting? Podcasters Weigh In
“Do not come home and need a decompression time. Your drive home was the decompression time.”
A Mom Warns Ohioans About Libs of TikTok’s Chaya Raichik
Here’s what you need to know about Raichik, who is considered an extremist by the Southern Poverty Law Center.
This Mom Shares Why She And Her Husband Are Not Going To Raise "Tough Boys"
"These tough little boys grow up to be men who are only capable of expressing one emotion."
There’s A One Tree Hill Reboot In The Works With Brooke & Peyton At The Helm
Yes, I need to see how Brooke Davis parents teenagers.
The Disco Ball Spiders In Target's Dollar Spot Are The Best Halloween Decoration
So versatile and so fun.
Actually, Our Extracurriculars Keep Us Close As A Family
We may spend a lot of time in the car, bouncing from one place to another, but a whole lot of family connection happens there, too.
Triathlete Melissa Stockwell Is Doing It For All The Moms, Including Herself
“We don't give ourselves enough credit for what we can do,” the Paralympian says.
A Teaser Trailer For Outer Banks Season 4 Just Dropped, & There’s Mayhem Afoot
The Pogues are finally back in the OBX... but for how long? We’ll find out this fall.
This Mom Says She's Opting Her Kid Out Of Homework This Year
“The only thing that you should be worried about is learning and what time snack time is.”
This Work From Home Mom Says That No Matter What Role Moms Take On — They Cannot Win
“Honestly, it's a freeing perspective and you should try it.”
A Pediatrician Shares What To Feed Your Kids On Busy Sports Nights
It’s really not as complicated as you think.
‘I Secretly Wish My Husband Would Have An Affair’
In the latest Confessions roundup, parents reveal what’s on their minds, from annoying in-laws to sex fatigue and more.
Freeform's 31 Nights Of Halloween 2024 Schedule Is Officially Here
Go ahead and get those Hocus Pocus snacks ready.
I Made My Husband Quit Coaching Youth Sports For One Simple Reason: The Parents
Because it doesn’t just affect him as the coach — it affects our whole family.
7 Fall-Coded Things To Do On Your Next Trip To Universal Orlando
From butterbeer to horror lore, the autumn vibes are elite.
Abbott Elementary Season 4 Is Almost Here! Everything We Know About What’s In Store
Season 3 ended with one of those FINALLY finales, so what's next for the crew at Abbott?
Child Shatters Ancient Museum Artifact, Living Your Worst Parenting Nightmare
The Bronze Age jar was at least 3,500 years old.
This Mom Says Parents Help Their Kids Too Much & Need To Be Lazier To Instill Independence
"High attentiveness, low interference..."
Funko Just Dropped Four New Sesame Street Pops, & They’re So Fricking Cute
Abby Cadabby is finally getting her Funko Pop dues.
Jimmy Fallon On Being The "Nerdy Dad" At Halloween
But all these best-selling children’s books of his beg to differ.
My Parents Don't Want To Be Grandparents & My Kids Are Missing Out
Why some grandparents are reluctant — and some advice about what to do.
What Is “Menopause Belly”? Expert Advice On One More Thing Your Mama Didn’t Warn You About
First hot flashes, and now this — rude.
This Mom's Fun Way Of Assigning Her Six Kids Chores Is Brilliant & Effective
Yes, mom and dad are assigned chores too!
Mom Shares Her Plan For The Core Memory Building “16s Trip”
It’s the trip of a lifetime... with a catch.
17 Quirky Middle Names, From Bean To Otter
For when you want a little punch of fun in the middle of your kid’s name.
45 Classic Summer Movies To Watch Before The Season Ends
Endless summer... streaming.
Single Dad Asks For Help Navigating His Daughter's First Period And The Internet Delivered
You don’t know what you don’t know: fortunately the internet was ready with some excellent advice.
New Back-To-School Study Shows Most Parents Miss Important School Emails
"Did you check your spam folder?"
This Dad Interviewed His Daughter Every Year On Her First Day Of School In Touching Viral Video
Now, she's a senior, and we're all crying.
Oklahoma Told Schools They Had To Teach The Bible, One District Is Thrilled
“We desperately need the Bible back in our schools and this directive will give us the necessary protection/cover,” Agra Superintendent Jeff Kelly wrote.
Having A Baby In Denmark Honestly Sounds Like The Dream
TikTok user @fleurdellie shared things her daughter benefitted from being born in Denmark that her sons didn't experience in the US.
Nobody Is Getting In The Way Of My Gym Time
And honestly, it’s a little wild that somebody would think I’d give that up.
13 Cozy Fall Books If You Love Practical Magic & Pumpkin Spice Everything
From knitting vampires to witches with hot flashes, there’s something for everyone.
7 Cute & Cozy Books To Read With Your Kids In The Fall
These reads are so fun for kids and adults!
New Parenting Theory: How Your Children Are Is How They Were Born
TikTok user @lotsamiles has a theory that who children are is a reflection on how they came into the world.
A TV Broadcaster Got A Call From Social Services After Letting Her 15-Year-Old Son Interrail Around Europe
Allsopp's son traveled to Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, Berlin, Munich, Marseille, Toulouse, Barcelona, and Madrid with a friend.
Middle School Is When It All Goes To Hell
All those thoughtful parenting strategies you had? Say goodbye.
I Rewatched 'Baby Boom' As A Mom, & Wow, I Get It Now
I actually think this movie proves women can have it all — when we realize our “all” is different than we originally thought.
13 Full Family Dinners With 7 Ingredients Or Less
Because nobody has time for a complicated chicken recipe that also requires sides.
One Teacher Worries That Kindergarten Has Become Too Hard
A kindergarten teacher expressed her concern that the expectations put on young students are much higher than they once were.
Mom On TikTok Urges Parents To Let Kids Do Nothing
TikTok creator @ciaoamberc, a homeschooling mom, encourages families to let kids have more unstructured time to benefit mental health.
Today We Learned About 'Morning Baskets' & Why We Need Them
TikTok user @abigaellanai shared a simple, novel approach on making mornings run smoother.
15 New Movies & Shows Coming To Netflix This Month For Families
School may be back in swing, but there’s always time for a little streaming with your kids in between extracurriculars.
This Mom Wanted Advice On If She Should Get Her 9-Year-Old A Training Bra
“I’m just so worried she’s trying to grow up too fast...”
'My Husband Caught Me In An Emotional Affair'
In the latest Confessions roundup, 15 parents share about weddings, pregnancy, eating chips in the bathroom, and more.
What's An Orchid Child, & Are You Raising One?
Your super-sensitive kiddo isn't alone in their big feelings.
Reasonable Doubt’s Emayatzy Corinealdi Teases An Intense Season 2
The star of Hulu’s hit legal drama opens up to Scary Mommy about working with Kerry Washington, the importance of representation, and how being a mom has changed her.
Anti-LGBTQ+ School Policies Have Negative Mental Health Impacts On Students
A new report from the Trevor Project highlights the real life harms of anti-queer ideology in schools.
Mom Finds Out She's Pregnant After She Decided She Was Done Having Kids
“This was not in my life plan.”
Damien, Clarice, & 16 Other Baby Names Ruined By Popular Shows & Movies
They’re just too iconic... in a bad way.
Trend Expert Breaks Down This Year’s Back To School Must Haves For Tweens & Teens
Middle school teachers are saying she nailed it!
37 Amazon Purchases Scary Mommy Editors Are Loving In August 2024
Let’s wrap up summer together!
5 Tween-Tested & Approved Trader Joe's Baking Mixes
I decided my 11-year-old needed some cooking skills, and now I’m reaping the baked benefits.
What's Pathological Demand Avoidance? Parents Of “Defiant” Kids, Pay Attention
Your kid’s stubborn attitude may signify something deeper.
There’s A New Monster High x Wednesday Collab To Delight Your Dark-Hearted Tween
You might say it’s mysterious and spooky.
