Here comes the sun

22 Girl Names That Feel Like Summer

By Samantha Darby

We’re looking for bright, punchy, and lovely names here.

cake in bed sounds nice...

A Dozen Mother’s Day Desserts That Will Seriously Impress The Women Of The Hour

By Katie McPherson

Husbands, start here.

✨Add to Cart✨

25 Random Amazon Finds Scary Mommy Editors Swear By This Month

By Julie Sprankles

These editor-tested Amazon finds are practical, delightful, and very worth every bit of their hype.

Do U Want To Be My BFF? Y Or N?

We’re Socializing Less Than We Used To, But Is Being “Busy” Really The Reason?

By Samantha Darby

Maybe it’s time we stop blaming a lack of time and look at what’s actually getting in the way of connection.

🧖‍♀️🧖‍♀️🧖‍♀️

21 Beauty Products Scary Mommy Editors Reached For All Through April

By Katie McPherson

These picks took prime spots on our bathroom counters.

Survival Mode, But Make It ✨Cute✨

25 Mom-Approved Gifts For A First Mother’s Day

By Julie Sprankles

Skip the flowers... get her something from this list instead.

What We're Reading

From Spicy To Soul-Crushing, Here Are The Books Scary Mommy Editors Loved In April

By Julie Sprankles

Seriously can’t stop thinking about these.

The Anger... It *Burns*

27 Weirdly Specific Things That Instantly Ruin A Mood

By Samantha Darby

Great, now I’m full of rage.

Girl, Bye

I Would Rather Pull Out My Front Teeth Than Hear About ‘Trimester Zero’ Ever Again, Thanks

By Katie McPherson

It would kill y’all to leave women alone.

Panic Mode

A Mom Needs Advice After Her Daughter Got Into A Dream College They Can’t Afford

By Samantha Darby

One parent asked Reddit how to handle her daughter’s “unrealistic expectations” after the teen applied — and was accepted — to her extremely expensive top-choice school.

what to watch

16 New Family-Friendly Movies & Shows To Watch On Netflix In May

By Katie McPherson

Does Michael B. Jordan ever take a day off? Not that we’re complaining...

too much?

Um, Have I Taken Body Positivity Too Far with My Kids?

By Alexia Dellner

Because things are getting…honest.

Shopping

65 Bougie, Cheap Upgrades That Fix The Tacky Eyesores Around Your Home

By Debbie Lee
Shopping

60 Clever, Cheap Things For Your Backyard That Have Amazing Reviews

By Candace Nagy

Your backyard is about to become your fave place to be.

Here's To Her

92 Sincere Mother's Day Messages To Melt Mom's Heart

By Team Scary Mommy

Your card will practically write itself.

New Wardrobe Incoming

23 Fashion Finds To Gift Your Favorite Moms This Year

By Julie Sprankles

These picks strike the perfect balance between comfort and style... because she deserves both.

Shopping

Weird Clothes & Accessories That Are Clever As Hell

By Caroline Reinstadtler

Fun finds that are useful and stylish.

*Add To Cart*

From Needohs To Jellycats, Why We Obsessively Hunt Toys For Our Kids

By Samantha Darby

It’s giving Beanie Babies, and we all know how that went.

you know the ones

16 Characteristics Of Highly Toxic Parents

By Shannon Ashley

It all boils down to boundaries.

Safety

Supplement Use In Kids Is Rising, Including For Weight Loss & Bodybuilding, New Study Finds

By Katie McPherson

Scary Mommy spoke with the researchers behind the survey. Here’s what they want parents to know.

Judgment-free Zone

“Threesomes Saved Our Marriage” & 34 Other Mom Confessions

By Samantha Darby

You’re going to need a mop for all this spilled tea.

spicy reads

Smut Books To Read When You Want To Get Hot But You're Too Lazy To Have Sex

By Katie McPherson

For when you just need to get there, damn it.

She Deserves It All

23 Mother’s Day Gifts For Her Home That She’ll Actually Use Every Day

By Julie Sprankles

Yeah, yeah... she says she doesn’t want anything, but she will want at least one of these life-upgrading home gifts.

🥀🕯️🐦‍⬛📚

29 Baby Names That Feel A Little Moody, From Bram To Willow

By Katie McPherson

If you’re looking for literary, romantic monikers, scroll no further.

My One True Must-Have

I’ve Tried A Lot Of Mascaras, But This Is My Forever Favorite

By Samantha Darby

Never has one single makeup product made me look as put together.

Goodbye, Money

This Mom’s Teen Has An Expensive “Hobby” — & Now Wants To Add Another

By Samantha Darby

Between the cost, the commute, and the time commitment, Mom is already stretched thin. What would you do?

Parenting

What I Wish Someone Had Told Me When I Had Postpartum Depression

By Dara Katz

It wasn’t complicated advice — just one sentence left unsaid.

Lifestyle

Why It’s Still So Hard For Moms To Talk About Postpartum Depression

By Parizaad Khan Sethi

The shame around PPD is real. But it doesn’t have to keep you from getting help.

Pregnancy

5 Things That Are Totally OK To Share With Your Doctor When You're Expecting

By Erin Kelly

Take it from us, it’s not the time to hold back with your healthcare team.

Mother Earth, much?

11 Thoughtful Gifts For The Eco-Conscious Mom In Your Life

By Katie Garrity

Because the best gift for a green mom is something she’ll love and feel good about using.