Did Someone Say Invisible Labor?

Planning Our Relaxing Family Vacation Is The Single Most Exhausting Thing I Do All Year

By Louisa Eunice

It almost ended my marriage.

You Deserve This

Making The Case For A Moms-Only Trip To Disney Or Universal

By Julie Sprankles

A different kind of magic happens when you’re not making the trip magical for everyone else.

a gift card will suffice!

Moms On Reddit Are Sharing The "Horrible" Gifts They Got For Christmas This Year

By Katie Garrity

Some of them are real doozies.

get cozy

10 Of Our Favorite Warm Winter Coats For 2025

By Sarah Aswell

This one is for our moms who are always, always cold.

FWIW

To Moms Of Teens: Prepare Yourself For An Empty Nest Now

By Katie Bingham-Smith

I wasn't prepared and it caught me by total surprise.

New Year, More Playful Me

“More Play” Is My 2026 Phrase

By Samantha Darby

I'm leaning into roller skates and board games and hide-and-seek with my kids.

i want to go to there

Traveling With Kids In Switzerland: What To Know

By Sarah Aswell

Switzerland is incredibly beautiful with tons of culture — and on top of that, it's easy to take the kids.

Travel Guide

Breckenridge, Colorado, Is The Cozy Mountain Town You’ve Been Dreaming Of

By Julie Sprankles

From golden aspens and ghost tours to unforgettable meals, “Breck” delivers year-round magic.

not for the faint of heart

Dating Two Men At The Same Time Is Totally Wild

By Diana Park

I’m tired, but I owe it to myself to keep my options open.

true!

This Guy Says If Parents Want Youth Sports To Keep Going, It's Time To Step Up

By Katie Garrity

As with everything else, we have to be the village.

Christmas *is* a lot

Don’t Worry If Your Kids Aren’t Playing With All Their New Stuff Right Now

By Samantha Darby

They aren’t ungrateful; they’re just overwhelmed.

adding to tbr!

Scary Mommy’s Best Books Of 2025

By Sarah Aswell

Scary Mommy’s editors read literally hundreds of books each year — and these are the ones we loved most in 2025.

not surprising honestly

Report: 82% Of Healthcare Appointments Booked For Men Are Made By Women

By Sarah Aswell

Increasingly, women are the "healthkeepers" of many of their family members.

Shopping

65 Clever New Things On Amazon That Are Legitimately Amazing

By Candace Nagy

The latest drops that are sure to wow.

Shopping

65 Bougie Things With Near-Perfect Reviews That Are Shockingly Cheap

By Yasmine Singh

These stars of Amazon won’t break the bank.

Soak it in

This Week Is For The Moms

By Samantha Darby

You've been going and going since October. It's time to rest.

✨Add to Cart✨

35 Amazon Finds That Scary Mommy Editors Loved In December

By Julie Sprankles

Here’s what made our lives easier, cozier, or more fun this month.

We need more eggnog

The Holiday Crash For Moms Is So Depressing

By Samantha Darby

All that work just gone in one day?

Exclusive Interview

Al Roker On Turning His Lifelong Love Of Weather Into A Kids’ Show

By Julie Sprankles

The beloved weatherman opens up about creating Weather Hunters, its Nigeria-set Christmas special, and why curiosity matters at every age.

reading is fundamental!

This Middle School Teacher Is Begging Parents To Read To Their Kids After Noticing Huge Gaps In Skill

By Katie Garrity

"...kids that can’t read for sh*t."

Lifestyle

16 Meal Planning Essentials For Moms Who Hate Meal Planning

By Lib Aubuchon

Affordable prep supplies, easy heat-and-eat dinners, and more genius kitchen must-haves.

dialing immediately

A Pep Talk Hotline Created By An Elementary School Has Everyone Ugly Crying

By Sarah Aswell

Feeling stressed? Call 707-873-7862.

Merry Hackmas

12 Holiday TikTok Hacks That Actually Work

By Katie McPherson

From baking five different kinds of cookies more easily to keeping your outdoor lights on the house.

why in the world

RFK Jr. Pulls Federal Funding From The American Academy Of Pediatrics

By Sarah Aswell

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services said that the child care group doesn’t align with the administration’s missions or priorities.

sorry not sorry

Santa From ‘Elf’ Is Kinda The Worst

By Nat Hrvatin

He sent Buddy to New York City with absolutely zero prep.

okay boomer

This Family Therapist Cannot Understand Why Boomer Parents Hide Their Medical Issues From Their Adult Children

By Katie Garrity

“Oh, we didn’t want to worry you!”

*preheats oven*

Lazy Mom Holiday Baking: Desserts That Look Fancy But Take Very Little Effort

By Katie McPherson

We need festive but easy, thank you very much.

small wins

Confession: I Secretly Love Stuffing My Own Stocking

By Jen McGuire

I surprise myself with goodies every year.

Shopping

75 Clever, Cheap Things On Amazon That Are So Kooky & Whimsical

By Bimini Wright

These budget-friendly gems add instant charm to any space.

Shopping

80 Bougie Things That Are Shockingly Under $25 On Amazon

By Jenny White

Luxe buys that only feel expensive.