2024-01-25 14:00
— Ariela Basson/Scary Mommy; Getty Images, Brad FrostEven though the U.S. divorce rate hit a historic low during the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s a good chance you know some coup… Read More
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2024-01-25 14:00
It makes a kind of sense, if you think about it. Amid the holiday scrum, with its blend of tense negotiations and financial limit-pushing and philosophical disagreements (Whose family gets T… Read More
2024-01-25 14:00
— Ariela Basson/Scary Mommy; Getty Images, ShutterstockI’m a firm believer in the value of spreading your wings and crossing some state lines when it’s time for college … Read More
2024-01-25 14:00
I’m not an easily offended person. I have a pretty easy time not taking things personally or shrugging off things that I could decide to brood over. But I was more than a little surpri… Read More
2024-01-25 14:00
I had a pretty traditional midlife crisis. Over the course of the year that I turned 40, my marriage fell apart, my career imploded, and my dad had a major heart attack that required me to t… Read More
2024-01-25 14:00
Whether you're getting married or having a baby, nearly every major life transition has a registry. So, why wouldn't you have one when you're getting divorced? The whole point of registries… Read More
2024-01-25 14:00
My ex-husband messaged me recently, asking how I felt about him taking our three kids on a vacation to a faraway, very warm tropical climate. Paradise, basically. And I'll be honest, I had t… Read More
2024-01-25 14:00
— Emma Chao/Scary Mommy; StocksyI once read that not everyone goes around with a constant internal dialogue inside their head and was dumbfounded. That sounds peaceful… and bi… Read More
2024-01-25 14:00
— Ariela Basson/Scary Mommy; Getty Images, ShutterstockIf you've heard that pregnant people can’t finalize their divorce in certain states before giving birth, well, it's not t… Read More
2024-01-25 01:33
— AmazonForget about spending your weekend at home stores, trying to figure out which products are worth your money because I’ve found the budget-friendly things your space is… Read More
2024-01-25 01:00
— Scary Mommy/ AmazonSave yourself the time and headache of scrolling Amazon in search of the best threads to keep you looking your best all year long. Instead, check out my top 45 p… Read More
2024-01-24 21:27
— @alexfdamour / TikTokThe term “almond mom” has been floating around the internet for a hot minute now. For those who do not know, an almond mom tends to be a mom who is… Read More
2024-01-24 21:07
— @princeschloee / TikTokIt’s a common lament that tweens are growing up too fast these days. Ten-year-old girls have taken over Sephora, tweens don’t want toys for Chris… Read More
2024-01-24 19:10
— Fisher-PriceThe Stanley cup craze has been a lot. It seems like everyone wants to get their hands on the most popular water bottle in the world, and they’re willing to fight… Read More
2024-01-24 19:00
— New Heights / YouTubeBy now, everyone on the planet knows the Kelce brothers — Jason and Travis Kelce — and everyone also knows that they are pretty much the most whole… Read More
2024-01-24 17:08
In Scary Mommy Confessions, real moms anonymously share their thoughts about parenting, sex, relationships, and more.View this story on Scary Mommy Read More
2024-01-24 13:29
— bymuratdeniz/E+/Getty ImagesWhen I was around 10 years old, I based many of my opinions on fashion, boys, and life on conversations with our teenaged babysitter. There was a rumor… Read More
2024-01-23 22:10
— @linzyloo18/TikTokHere we are, right in the thick of "sick" season, and everyone (I mean, everyone) seems to be plagued by a lingering cough. And while you're probably just doing t… Read More
2024-01-23 21:35
Here’s the thing: I never had a fancy birthday party when I was a kid. It was always at home. There were no special activities beyond pin-the-tail-on-the-donkey and opening presents. W… Read More
2024-01-23 20:32
— Mariah Tauger/Los Angeles Times/Getty ImagesIt’s officially Girl Scout cookie season again! That means scanning grocery store parking lots for cookie tables, making room in y… Read More
2024-01-23 20:05
— Bloomberg/Getty ImagesYou did it. You saved up for the hotel, the tickets, the transportation — you're finally going to Walt Disney World. But just as your bank account feels… Read More
2024-01-23 18:51
— Westend61/Getty ImagesConfession: I've spent quite a bit of time lately thinking about how our very lovable dog is, quite frankly, driving me up the wall. He's the one hounding me… Read More
2024-01-23 13:30
Today, my daughter, the first of my two kids, turned 10, and I noticed her feet now look like big kid feet. I don’t even know when that happened. They were petite little puppy paws lik… Read More
2024-01-22 22:25
— @greglangstaff/TikTokWith layoffs happening across multiple industries, you may be worried that you could be in the market for a new job sooner than expected. While it's hard to fu… Read More
2024-01-22 21:37
— @domesticblisters/TikTokAs a part-time work-from-home mom to an only child, bedtime comes for my daughter and I'm too tired to even consider sitting on the couch and binge-watching… Read More
2024-01-22 21:24
— Hannah Misra / TikTokImagine being sick as a dog with COVID-19 along with your young son, isolating upstairs to not infect your husband who somehow skated by without contracting th… Read More
2024-01-22 19:31
— Mstahlphoto/Getty ImagesDespite years (YEARS) of pretending to care about football, I usually lose interest before the first quarter is over. I have questions that even the most ca… Read More
2024-01-22 18:31
— @namingbebe / TikTokTikTok’s resident baby name expert, Colleen, is back! This time, she’s giving parents the heads up on those super cute baby names that you might thi… Read More
2024-01-22 17:41
— OR Images/DigitalVision/Getty ImagesThere are a lot of factors to consider when couples decide how big of a family they want, from child care needs to the size of their home. But a… Read More
2024-01-22 15:50
— Scarlett Johanson / TikTokReselling can be a headache. I don’t understand how some people resell for their full-time jobs (and make a good living doing so!). It takes patienc… Read More
2024-01-22 14:33
In a private dining room of a Fifth Avenue hotel, two Hallmark publicists are attempting to explain to the legendary Andie MacDowell the meaning of the word “cheugy.”MacDowell is… Read More
2024-01-21 23:00
— AmazonIt always feels good to save money, doesn’t it? If you’re in the market for brilliantly helpful products that also happen to be alarmingly affordable, you’r… Read More
2024-01-19 22:13
— Kylee Brindley / TikTokI swear like a sailor, and I do not censor myself much in front of my four-year-old. I try to keep it PG, but occasionally (usually when I drive), I slip up… Read More
2024-01-19 20:58
— Frank Ockenfels/Warner Bros Tv/Kobal/ShutterstockI was in high school when Dawson's Creek first aired, and admittedly, I didn't remember much about the classic '90s series over the… Read More
2024-01-19 20:06
— @nomdebloomnaming/TikTokAre you a Disney adult? It's OK to admit it; this is a safe space. And if your fandom has you considering Disney names for your baby, well, that's OK too. I… Read More
2024-01-19 19:34
— DisneyIf you’re anything like us, you devour a lot of content on Disney+. Your beloved childhood favorites? Check. New shows to watch with the kids? Check. Those animated mov… Read More
2024-01-19 18:19
— Noa Sterling, M.D., FACOG / TikTokWhen I was pregnant, my anxiety was at a full-blown ten out of ten. Any little ache or pain or intrusive thought that crept into my mind was quick… Read More
2024-01-19 17:55
2023 was a wild, crazy, beautiful, educational, amazing year for reading. We were swept away to glistening sandy beaches along the East Coast, to our country’s breathtaking (but someti… Read More
2024-01-19 17:54
— @curmudge_john2.0 / TikTokIf you have been living under a rock, that’s pretty much the only way you wouldn’t know that mega superstar, Taylor Swift, has been dating Kan… Read More
2024-01-19 13:35
— Maskot/Maskot/Getty ImagesMy introductory drawing class was scheduled to start in 30 minutes, and I was rushing around the aisles of a Michaels store, frantically gathering last-mi… Read More
2024-01-18 22:10
— Ingwervanille/Getty ImagesIf you've declared your child a "picky eater," you've probably heard a particular refrain from well-meaning family and friends: "When they get hungry enou… Read More
2024-01-18 21:44
— @kytebaby / TikTokThe popular baby clothing brand, Kyte Baby, has come under fire after allegedly firing an employee who had recently welcomed a 22-week-old baby. Former Kyte Baby… Read More
2024-01-18 19:11
— Adene Sanchez/GettyHaving a baby is so much tougher than anyone can really explain before you experience it yourself. The sleep deprivation, being on-call 24/7, the stress on your… Read More
2024-01-18 19:08
— @bmcpher, @alexbabii97, kimtheot / TikTokIn my house, Sunday mornings are for donuts. We wake up a little late, head to the Dunkin drive-thru in our PJs, and pick up some deliciou… Read More
2024-01-18 18:39
— @namingbebe / TikTokMy name is Katie, but I have been “Katie G.” since preschool. The amount of Katies, Kates, Katherines, and Kathleens in my class was enough to fill… Read More
2024-01-18 18:02
— @costcoguide/TikTokWho doesn't love a good Lululemon moment, right? Their fan-favorite pullovers and flared leggings (aka "yoga pants" to us millennials) are soft, smooth, and dura… Read More
2024-01-18 16:03
— Westend61/Getty ImagesWhile terms like "gaslighting," "triggered," and "narcissist" trending on social media can help you feel seen and heard, you might start diagnosing yourself o… Read More
2024-01-18 13:30
There are many milestones that mark aging for women: hot flashes, more chin hairs, taking a week to recover from one glass of wine. Most women also find their doctor assigning a chore list o… Read More
2024-01-17 22:49
— @bree_mcj/TikTokWatching TV with your kids can be a little monotonous — unless, of course, it's Bluey. While some kids' shows can come off as loud and obnoxious, the Australi… Read More
2024-01-17 22:00
— @DatDiazCouple / TikTokThose first couple days of postpartum life are a blur. The new baby is feeding on demand, you have no idea what time or day it is, and you’re so engros… Read More
2024-01-17 22:00
When shopping on Amazon, you don’t have to spend a ton of money on items that are exceptionally clever and simultaneously useful. In fact, the entire list you’ll find below is co… Read More
2024-01-17 21:56
— Renee Reina / TikTokHot take: the millennial generation has taken on the hardest time in parenting, meaning that sports, school, parenting styles, etc. are so out of control and ex… Read More
2024-01-17 21:14
— South_agency/Getty ImagesIf your entire household has been hacking away for the entirety of this year's cold and flu season, you're not alone. TODAY co-hosts Hoda Kotb and Savannah… Read More
2024-01-17 16:43
— Maskot/Getty ImagesWhen my daughter was about a year old, my husband and I took her to the playground one sunny day. It was the summer of 2021, so COVID was still very much a part… Read More
2024-01-17 15:58
— @thepedipals / TikTokMany parents were dog parents before they had real-life, human kids. Dogs and cats are the first babies! We put them on our holiday cards. We took them to dog… Read More
2024-01-17 13:52
There’s always plenty to talk about in the Scary Mommy Confessional, but this week, we heard a lot about relationships — those with partners, ex-partners, parents, friends, child… Read More
2024-01-17 13:30
It’s indoor season for youth sports moms, and I need to tell you something: We are not ok. Each basketball game, I’m immediately assaulted with the harsh aromas of sweat and body… Read More
2024-01-16 20:08
— Phynart Studio/Getty ImagesAt my last OB-GYN appointment, my doctor asked me about recent bloodwork and whether I'd had a panel recently with my primary care provider (PCP). I laug… Read More
2024-01-16 19:39
— @nicolemichelleofficial / TikTokPicking a partner and deciding to settle down with one person takes an enormous amount of risk. When we’re putting all our eggs in another&rsq&hellip…Read More
2024-01-16 18:19
— Rachel Higgins / TikTokAt the end of the long day, most parents just want to lay on the couch, put on some reality TV background noise, and use TikTok to disassociate. It’s n… Read More
2024-01-16 18:08
— Trader Joe'sSatisfy your sweet tooth with these sugary candies at Trader Joe's.View this story on Scary Mommy Read More
2024-01-16 16:55
— @24hourlibrary / TikTokThese cold, dreary winter months are brutal for parents. Being stuck inside with kids (at literally any age but specifically toddlers) can feel like the 7th… Read More
2024-01-16 16:28
— Paramount PicturesHaving a baby comes with an enormous amount of responsibility. Feeding, clothing, bathing — this tiny human will depend on you for everything. Yet the stres… Read More
2024-01-16 13:30
— Jena Ardell/Moment/Getty ImagesI was recently describing the tedious process of how to burn a CD to my 10-year-old and he looked at me confused, then burst out laughing in disbelie… Read More
2024-01-15 23:00
Updating your wardrobe has become dangerously simple with online shopping, and the two-day promise of Amazon Prime has only upped the ante: The mega-marketplace is rife with stylish wallet-f… Read More
2024-01-15 15:08
— Imgorthand/E+/Getty ImagesI have three kids, between the ages of 17 and 20. As of this spring, they’ll all be out of high school. And none of them has any plans to move out a… Read More
2024-01-13 16:00
These weird yet wonderful home products will be absolute game changers in your life. Scroll on to find everything from useful picks that’ll make cleaning faster (hello, fully submersib… Read More
2024-01-12 21:46
— SolStock/Getty ImagesI have a confession to make: I rarely hit 10,000 steps a day, a fact that my iPhone likes to annoyingly point out to me every day. "Sorry, Queen, you didn't ma… Read More
2024-01-12 20:17
— Maskot/Getty ImagesAmong the many "taboo" conversation topics out there, talking about money (understandably) brings with it a host of strong emotions, especially these days. And e… Read More
2024-01-12 20:09
— @honeyathome / TikTokOne of the biggest problems with life in modern America is the lack of a built-in village — like the kind that they have in other communities around the… Read More
2024-01-12 19:42
— @bloominonbridge / TikTokA TikTok mom, Alli, is going viral after sharing that she wishes we could all go back to the times when recreational sports were popular, and kids could ju… Read More
2024-01-12 19:20
— bymuratdeniz/E+/Getty ImagesMillennials perfected the “duck face” and peace sign combo back in the 2000s, posing for group shots with our clunky digital cameras. We too… Read More
2024-01-12 19:10
— Royal Mail Are you still feeling like you need to spice up your life? Don’t worry, there is a clear solution. On Thursday, the Royal Mail announced a new line of 10 Spice Gir… Read More
2024-01-12 17:24
— Jen Lottier / TikTokSchool schedules are constantly keeping parents on their toes. Spirts weeks, PTO meetings, and weird half-days scattered throughout the year that make no sense… Read More
2024-01-12 13:30
— Chris Stein/Stone/Getty ImagesI realized my son had a speech delay when I picked him up from daycare when he had just turned two, and all of his friends said goodbye using his firs… Read More
2024-01-11 22:29
— @mommdayofficial / TikTokLike the Barbie movie said, women are in an impossible situation, especially when it comes to motherhood. “You're supposed to love being a mother, bu… Read More
2024-01-11 20:17
— @snackbetch / Instagram Truly, is there anything more exciting than walking up to the Costco food court and seeing a new picture up on the menu board? Across the country, shoppers… Read More
2024-01-11 18:25
— Orlando Sentinel/Getty ImagesWalt Disney World is home to four major theme parks: Magic Kingdom (the original), Disney's Hollywood Studios (home to Star Wars and the movies), Disne… Read More
2024-01-11 17:29
— Drew Barrymore / TikTokAn Adorable hug in human form, Drew Barrymore, shared a video of herself having an emotional reaction after catching her 1998 romantic comedy, The Wedding Si… Read More
2024-01-11 17:22
— Thomas Barwick/Getty ImagesSo, you decide to get your kid a phone. It’s a nerve-racking prospect for any parent, whether your concerns are with too much screen time, their di… Read More
2024-01-11 16:57
— Kathleen Galloway / TikTokFashion trends come and go, and 30 years later, ‘90s fashion has hit its stride once again. The kids are wearing baggy jeans and crop tops, Doc Mart… Read More
2024-01-11 16:46
— Ferrara Candy ShopWe can’t have anything nice. After 56 years on the market, everyone’s favorite fruit-striped gum, Fruit Stripe Gum, will be discontinued by manufactur… Read More
2024-01-11 16:27
— SrdjanPav/Getty ImagesYou made it through the terrible twos. You survived your year with a threenager. Then, you sailed through a stretch that seemed — dare you say it? &mdas&hellip…Read More
2024-01-11 13:30
If someone had told me shortly after I had three kids in rapid succession that I could never have sex again, I honestly think I would have been fine with that idea. Like, more than fine. I p… Read More
2024-01-10 23:00
— AmazonIf you leave reviews after you purchase a product, you deserve a round of applause. Not only do reviews help people find out if their new stuff really works, but they help pr… Read More
2024-01-10 21:26
— South_agency/Getty ImagesWhen I was a kid, I didn’t understand how my parents and their friends, who were all in their 40s, refused to casually do somersaults, jump on trampo… Read More
2024-01-10 21:21
— Shannon Tarkey / InstagramI don’t know if you recall, but being a teenager is hard. There is so much going on in a teen’s life: school, friends, sports, sex, body image… Read More
2024-01-10 20:37
— Tamara Drpić / TikTokIn the most American video ever made, Tamara Drpić shared the hilarious message she sent to her boss from the hospital as she was about to give birth… Read More
2024-01-10 20:08
— Anchiy/Getty ImagesHaving two kids under 4 years old means I don't travel often. But when I do (with two littles in tow, naturally), I still gravitate toward the splurgy boutique h… Read More
2024-01-10 19:54
— Bored Teachers / TikTokMy husband and I were chatting the other day about how, growing up, we never drank water. Seriously, as I filled up my daughter’s kiddie Hydroflask for… Read More
2024-01-10 16:41
— MoMo Productions/Getty ImagesAt some point along your parenting journey, you'll probably hear (or already have) the adorable words "You're the best mommy ever" come out of your chi… Read More
2024-01-10 13:30
— Thanasis Zovoilis/DigitalVision/Getty ImagesI lost it over winter break. Sometime around day five, I yelled: “Everybody stop touching me and asking me for stuff!” I fel… Read More
2024-01-09 22:00
— Eyecrave productions/Getty ImagesRaising a child who is thoughtful and good-natured is an endless balancing act for most parents. And while politeness and good manners are fine, so… Read More
2024-01-09 20:44
— Ray Kachatorian/Getty Images"Ugh," whined a friend and mother of two under 5, hungover after attending a 40th birthday bash that sounded more like a wedding than a milestone birthd… Read More
2024-01-09 20:42
— Vatican Pool/Getty Images News/Getty ImagesPope Francis has established himself as a pretty cool and liberal Catholic leader since his papacy began in 2013, but on Monday, during h… Read More
2024-01-09 20:39
— @nameswithsteph / TikTokChoosing a name for a child is one of the most exciting parts of becoming a parent, but it can also be one of the most nerve-wracking and pressure-filled. R… Read More
2024-01-09 19:44
— Handout/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images, Keilena BurchDisney adults get a bad rap. Often referred to as “cringey,” Disney adults are usually 18+, attending the… Read More
2024-01-09 19:28
Just days after the holidays rocked our stress levels and budgets, my son's oh-so-convenient New Year's Eve birthday came around again, as it tends to do. Around the same time, his best frie… Read More
2024-01-09 19:21
— shapecharge/E+/Getty ImagesI am not the world’s best texter. I will leave you on read for centuries. When I finally do get back to you, you might text me back again immediate… Read More
2024-01-09 17:52
— Ariela Basson/Scary Mommy; Getty ImagesJoAnna Garcia Swisher has a knack for landing the kind of roles that make her feel like part of the family. For many of us, that started in 2… Read More
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