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What If The Spark Doesn’t Come Back?
My kids are getting older. What happens to my sex life when they finally fly the nest?
That 'Bad Kid' You're Judging Could Very Well Be Autistic
Autistic doesn’t mean unaware. Nonspeaking doesn’t mean unknowing.
6 Green Flags To Look For In Your Kid’s Friendships
It doesn’t have to be drama-filled! Here’s how to spot the friends that are actually good for your kid.
Moms, Start Taking Yourself On Solo Movie Dates
It’s the best thing I’ve done for myself lately, TBH.
The Wheel Of Feels
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What Mommy Wants
37 Amazon Finds Scary Mommy Editors Are Obsessed With In March
Prepare to say, “Why didn’t I buy this sooner?!”
This Is Why Your Teen Always Wants To Talk At Bedtime
Just when you’re ready to sleep... they’re ready to yap.
What The Scary Mommy Editors Are Putting In Their Kids’ Easter Baskets
Besides jelly beans and sidewalk chalk.
The 23 Most Anticipated New Books This Spring, According To Goodreads Members
Pssst! Some of your favorite authors are in here...
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This Mom’s Teen Has An Expensive “Hobby” — & Now Wants To Add Another
Between the cost, the commute, and the time commitment, Mom is already stretched thin. What would you do?
Do You Spend More Time With Your Kids Than Your Parents Did With You?
A Redditor Asked For People's Favorite “Underground” Websites & The Results Are So Helpful
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Celebrity Interviews
Whitney Leavitt Is Doing It All, Authentically & Unapologetically Herself
Scary Mommy chatted with the Broadway babe, mom of two, and reality star to talk motherhood, marriage, and the dirty soda craze.
Ryan Gosling Says Project Hail Mary Is The Kind Of Movie He Wants His Kids To Grow Up With
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Do AI Chats Count As Cheating? You May Want To Talk To Your Partner About Bots
More than a quarter of Americans admit to having an intimate relationship with an AI chatbot, a new survey finds.
Of Course: Study Finds Men Who Want Tradwives Score High On “Hostile Sexism,” Not Chivalry
Wow. Shooketh. Brand! New! Information!
37 Phrases To De-Escalate An Argument, According To Real Therapists
It’s always better to take a beat. Here’s when, how, and what to say.
Avoiding Sex With My Husband Cost Us Our Marriage
And I wish I could do things over again differently.
Are You Raising “Parents' Bedroom Kids”? Here’s What That Actually Means
They don't want to be in the living room, and they don't want to be in their room — but they are all up in *my* bed.
Calls About Kratom To Poison Control Have Spiked 1,200% In The Past Decade
The numbers suggest this substance isn’t going anywhere. What do parents need to know?
Sesame Workshop Celebrates Autism Acceptance Month With Resources For *Every* Age
You're never too old (or too young) to learn how to be a kinder, more inclusive friend.
One Mom Is Letting Her Adult Kid Live With Her Rent-Free & The Internet Is Being Super Supportive
In this economy?
Original Videos
The Rise Of “Orgasmic Birth”: The Science Behind Pairing Labor Pain With Pleasure
If the idea makes you raise an eyebrow… you’re not alone. But here’s what the research actually says.
A New Mom Is Wondering How Long To Wait To Have Sex After Having Her Baby
Is six weeks *really* the right time?
Why A Growing Number Of Women Are Choosing Fertility Treatments & Pregnancy Abroad
Between rising maternal mortality rates, abortion restrictions, and staggering costs, some Americans are opting to leave the U.S. to have babies.
23 Mother’s Day Gifts For Her Home That She’ll Actually Use Every Day
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
If you’re looking for literary, romantic monikers, scroll no further.
I’ve Tried A Lot Of Mascaras, But This Is My Forever Favorite
Never has one single makeup product made me look as put together.
This Mom’s Teen Has An Expensive “Hobby” — & Now Wants To Add Another
Between the cost, the commute, and the time commitment, Mom is already stretched thin. What would you do?
What I Wish Someone Had Told Me When I Had Postpartum Depression
It wasn’t complicated advice — just one sentence left unsaid.
Why It’s Still So Hard For Moms To Talk About Postpartum Depression
The shame around PPD is real. But it doesn’t have to keep you from getting help.
5 Things That Are Totally OK To Share With Your Doctor When You're Expecting
Take it from us, it’s not the time to hold back with your healthcare team.
11 Thoughtful Gifts For The Eco-Conscious Mom In Your Life
Because the best gift for a green mom is something she’ll love and feel good about using.
