Dyana Goldman

Dyana is a Los Angeles-based contributing writer to Scary Mommy who has written for several other online publications including PureWow, POPSUGAR, and Hello Giggles! She is also a podcast producer having produced several podcasts including award-winning The Sarah Silverman Podcast, Welcome to The OC, Bitches! and We Have the Receipts (in partnership with Netflix). Prior to that, she worked in the production departments and writers' rooms of several sitcoms including some you may know (Entourage, Happy Endings, Catfish) and some you may not remember because the TV pilots never made it to air.

Dyana is a fitness enthusiast and enjoys being the first to try out the newest trends and report on them. The same goes for food. She’ll try anything once.

Dyana became a mother in January of 2023 to her son, Spencer. She has been a dog mom to her Bernedoodle, Chester, since the pandemic. She lives in Redondo Beach with those two boys and her husband, Gregg.

Fun facts include she has never had a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, one of her favorite foods is prunes (don’t hate), and she is the proud owner of one green water bottle previously owned by David Schwimmer.

Find Dyana on LinkedIn here, on Instagram @dygold, or visit her website DyanaGoldman.com.

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10 Over-The-Top Kid’s Birthday Party Ideas — But On A Budget, For Us Pizza-And-Cake Moms

ByDyana Goldman

We asked Angelenos about the “wow factor” things they've seen at kids’ soirees and then found affordable alternatives.

Ah, The '90s

15 Junk Foods From The ‘90s Everyone Loved — Even If They Were Pure Garbage

ByDyana Goldman

If you had any of these in your lunchbox back in the day, you were a god.

Call It What You Want

15 Dog Names Inspired By Taylor Swift That Would Be Cute In Any *Era*

ByDyana Goldman

“Can I go where you gooo? Can we always be this clooose, furever and ever?” — sung in the key of good doggo

Seeing Double

These 8 Shows Prove Everything Old Is New Again

ByDyana Goldman

Watching any of these will give you a serious case of TV déjà vu.

Taking Notes

This Chef Mom Owns 2 Michelin-Starred Restaurants. Here’s What She Feeds Her Toddler.

ByDyana Goldman

We spoke with Margarita Kallas-Lee, co-owner and pastry chef of Scratch Restaurant Group, about her go-to meals.

Sounds Smart, TBH

Is It Tacky To Create a Registry For Your Child's Birthday?

ByDyana Goldman

An etiquette expert unpacks whether a registry for a kid's birthday is a good call or a total faux pas.

So Fresh & So Clean, Clean

Wait, Do I Have to Brush My Infant's Teeth?

ByDyana Goldman

Two pediatric dentists sound off on whether this should be on your to-do list.

I Volunteer As Tribute

What Is Sleep Tourism, & Where Can I Sign Up?

ByDyana Goldman

Hotels and resorts worldwide are offering stays with programs and products that encourage optimal sleep.

Play It On A Loop

This Song Was Scientifically Created To Make Your Baby Happy

ByDyana Goldman

My secret weapon to sane parenting? A contagiously catchy song written by British musician Imogen Heap.

Nothing But The Best For Baby

20 Baby Names Inspired By Your Favorite Shows From The Early Aughts

ByDyana Goldman

Dawson? Rory? These nostalgic options will make you smile every time you look at your little one.

Binge Time

Which New Or Returning Show To Watch In 2023, Based On Your Mom Type

ByDyana Goldman

New year, new me, new TV! No matter what type of mom you are, we’ve got a show that is sure to pique your interest.

Crisis Control

My Dog Just Bit My Kid — What Should I Do? (You Know, Besides Panic)

ByDyana Goldman

We asked both a pediatric emergency physician and a certified dog behavior consultant for advice on handling this scary scenario.

The Full Rundown

Why Celeb Moms Like Ilana Glazer Are Praising Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy

ByDyana Goldman

Ashley Greene and Ilana Glazer both swear by this form of pre- and postpartum care.

Save Yourself Some Stress

The 7 Rules For Designing a Nursery, According To Interior Designers

ByDyana Goldman

Say goodbye to overwhelm and hello to the nursery of your dreams with these tips from the pros.