2024-05-07 20:39
— Jeffbergen/Getty ImagesWe can all agree that when it comes to the efficacy of artificial intelligence (AI), well, it's a little murky. Improving one's grammar? Sure. Improving one'… Read More
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2024-05-07 18:49
— @namingbebe / TikTokIf you’re a parent looking to name your child something out of the ordinary or ensure they aren’t addressed by their first name and last initial for… Read More
2024-05-07 15:27
— Maddie Meyer/Getty Images Sport/Getty Images/ RJ Sangosti/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post via Getty ImagesAt his Netflix comedy roast, former NFL quarterback Tom Brady took a momen… Read More
2024-05-07 14:45
— @ ivehaditpodcast / TikTokThe I’ve Had It podcast hosts are known for their controversial, hot takes about parenting and kids. They don’t want to hear your labor and de… Read More
2024-05-07 13:59
— Ariela Basson/Scary Mommy; Getty ImagesIf you’ve been on TikTok — like, ever — you know Kat Stickler. If you’re anything like me, you first started followin… Read More
2024-05-07 13:55
Would you hand your 13-year-old the keys to your car? Let them do your taxes? Negotiate your next raise?It would be absurd to say yes to any of those, right? And yet, social media app rating… Read More
2024-05-07 13:30
— Emma Chao/Scary Mommy; Getty ImagesWhile the Scary Mommy Confessional sees plenty of venting about the lighter side of life — husbands farting loudly, for instance, or all th… Read More
2024-05-07 12:00
— Milan_Jovic/E+/Getty ImagesIn the morning before the rest of the house is up and moving, I tend to take a moment to breathe in the calm and mentally prepare myself for the day. Ano… Read More
2024-05-06 21:30
You already know that Amazon is like a rabbit hole full of stuff you didn’t even know you needed — or existed, for that matter. And because finding every gem yourself would take… Read More
2024-05-06 18:34
— Emma Chao/Scary Mommy; Getty Images; Images Courtesy of AmazonAs a mom of two athletes — who, by the way, are still in elementary school — I spend far too much time on… Read More
2024-05-06 17:46
— @courtneywitucki / TikTokThere has been some major discussion over kids and restaurants. Some say that kids do not belong anywhere near a dine-in establishment where people want a… Read More
2024-05-06 15:18
— Morgan Elisa Strickell / TikTokIn my house, I text and chat with my in-laws occasionally, but for the most part, that all lands on my husband. If we need help with our daughter or… Read More
2024-05-06 11:00
— Jena Ardell/Moment/Getty ImagesMy mom started a new job the year I started kindergarten. I went to a half-day of school and then walked through a path in the woods, about a quarter… Read More
2024-05-05 12:00
Let’s get right to it because you’re here to shop. This fun list is jam-packed with Amazon products that are inexpensive, incredibly clever, and offer ways to make your life a li… Read More
2024-05-03 18:43
Say Anything arrived in theaters on April 14, 1989, a peerless spin on teen romance movies. Witty, optimistic, and heartfelt, it explored the intensity of young love against the pressure of… Read More
2024-05-03 17:16
— @craygardens / TikTokThe Mother’s Day discourse has been on fire lately with several people arguing that if you’re not “in the trenches” of motherhood, it&r&hellip…Read More
2024-05-03 15:59
Traveling with babies and toddlers is... tricky. Still, most parents muddle through, expecting things to get easier once their kids get older. Then, those kids do get older, and their parent… Read More
2024-05-03 15:11
— Oswald and Sons; AmazonThe first time I went to Disney World as an adult, I made an amateur mistake — I dressed purely to look nice. I started the day with curled hair and a… Read More
2024-05-03 15:08
— @bibalubenski / TikTokA video of a grandmother went viral on TikTok earlier this week, encouraging mothers-in-law and grandmothers to kind of take a step back, assess where they ar… Read More
2024-05-03 11:27
— Ariela Basson/Scary Mommy; Getty Images, Shutterstock, AifeelI have been obsessed with hot tubs for as long as I can remember. They’re soothing, cozy, and calm my overactive… Read More
2024-05-02 20:39
— JifHave you ever wanted to melt a Reese's cup, stir it up, and then dip other things into it? Same! Well, we're in luck. On May 1, the popular PB brand Jif announced a sweet new re… Read More
2024-05-02 20:33
— Aleksandr Zubkov/Moment/Getty ImagesAt my high school, we had to take swimming to pass our physical education class. Much to my (and every other student’s) chagrin, we had to… Read More
2024-05-02 20:29
— @sweatingatnaptime / TiktokNothing can cause stress in a household faster than poor communication and teamwork between you and your partner. The result can lead to kids who aren&rs&hellip…Read More
2024-05-02 15:31
— Hilary Flips / TikTokGoing out into the world with a bunch of kids when you’re the one in charge can seem daunting. Hell, when I was left alone at home with my daughter for t… Read More
2024-05-02 11:01
Recently, I found myself pushing back against an archaic “spaghetti strap” dress code that my 7-year-old daughter’s teacher had implemented. It started the morning before s… Read More
2024-05-01 23:05
— Jessie Casson/Getty ImagesCongratulations, you got yourself a new place! Let the unpacking, decorating, and housewarming begin. Sure, the actual packing and moving may have stolen… Read More
2024-05-01 22:00
— AmazonYou know a product is worth they hype when it’s earned best-seller status and has tons of glowing reviews from shoppers like you — and that’s exactly what a… Read More
2024-05-01 21:50
— Milorad Kravic/Getty ImagesAs a parent, finding shortcuts to save time and effort in your day is key. One of the prime places I've personally needed to cut down is how long it take… Read More
2024-05-01 20:54
"Just wait til they are teenagers." It's one of the most common refrains I hear from grandmas in the grocery store as they watch me load gallons of milk into my cart. It's the same head-shak… Read More
2024-05-01 18:26
— CTN, Dr. Jess / TikTokTwo house representatives from Connecticut from opposite sides of the aisle banded together to try and stop a bill that would license board-certified lactatio… Read More
2024-05-01 18:05
— GettyYou already knew that Taylor Swift is an extremely talented, hardworking singer/songwriter. And sure there have been instances where she’s been kind to celebrity kids, l… Read More
2024-05-01 14:09
— @kathrin_downs / InstagramI’ll never forget the first time my mom taught me how to shave my legs. I think I was in 4th or 5th grade. I came home from soccer practice in tears… Read More
2024-05-01 13:19
— Emma Chao/Scary Mommy; Getty ImagesThere’s some celebration going on in the Scary Mommy Confessional this week: one reader is finally leaving a toxic job, and another is mark… Read More
2024-05-01 11:00
— MoMo Productions/DigitalVision/Getty ImagesAt 12, my oldest seemed to change overnight. One minute, he was a fun tween who still wanted to hang out with me. The next, he was grumpy… Read More
2024-04-30 21:02
— Emma Chao/Scary Mommy; Photo Credit by Josh Francois @jshpegI know you’re familiar with Alyce Chan’s hysterical work on social media as @momcomnyc, because she’s… Read More
2024-04-30 19:48
— TikTok / @TheBellFam_Mothers-in-law often get a bad rap. And, yes, in some cases, they earn it. But even with all of the MIL stereotypes and bad behavior, it’s important to r… Read More
2024-04-30 19:27
— Rochelle JohnsonTo her followers (more than half a million and counting between Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube), Rochelle Johnson is synonymous with style. The content creator laun… Read More
2024-04-30 12:29
— Ariela Basson/Scary Mommy; Getty ImagesI was in awe of room parents when my oldest started school. These parents, almost always mothers, seemed to have access to all kinds of insid… Read More
2024-04-30 10:00
— Maskot/Getty ImagesEvery time my husband and I have a baby — five times now, to be exact — we feel like we just might not survive those first six months of newborn hell… Read More
2024-04-29 21:13
Let’s be honest: Sometimes mommy-and-me outfits veer too far into a controlled aesthetic that feels a bit cringe. But when done right, coordinated ensembles can create photo-ready mome… Read More
2024-04-29 20:42
— Richmond News Channel 6 / Screenshot Sometimes, our kids can see things more clearly than us adults. That seemed to be the case in Hanover County, Virginia, this week, where a high… Read More
2024-04-29 19:45
— @dipd_n_dripd/TikTokIf you're a Star Wars fan, you know "May the 4th" is a big deal. What started as a play on Obi-Wan Kenobi's iconic line ("May the Force be with you") has turned… Read More
2024-04-29 18:27
— TikTok / @morethangrandMother’s Day can be a lovely holiday for moms: you are recognized for your hard work and get a day to relax and be celebrated. But for a lot of moms, t… Read More
2024-04-29 13:14
— Ariela Basson/Scary Mommy; Getty Images, ShutterstockWelcome to Ask A MWLTF (Yes, that’s Mother Who Likes to F*ck.), a monthly anonymous advice column from Scary Mommy. Here… Read More
2024-04-29 13:14
I remember the heaviness of shame even though it was thirty years ago. I whispered into my college boyfriend’s ear, “That feels good,” and he laughed while we were having s… Read More
2024-04-29 13:13
— Ariela Basson/Scary Mommy; Getty Images, ShutterstockWhen I got divorced, I knew that the end of my marriage didn’t mean I’d be single and alone forever. Yet I still wa… Read More
2024-04-29 13:13
— Ariela Basson/Scary Mommy; ShutterstockThe day I filed for divorce, I sat on the floor at my job and cried. It was my decision to end my short, youthful marriage, and I knew it was… Read More
2024-04-29 13:13
There were times you didn't think it would ever happen, but you've finally reached the highly anticipated stage in your divorce: the one where you're ready to actually put it behind you and… Read More
2024-04-29 12:00
It was just a few years ago when the extremely meme-able phrase ‘Hot Girl Summer’ dropped into the zeitgeist, inviting folks everywhere to shed their insecurities alongside their… Read More
2024-04-29 12:00
Every spring, I embark on the same mission: find the perfect Mother’s Day gift. I drive myself bonkers wading through the millions of Mother’s Day ads to find a trinket that &mda&hell…Read More
2024-04-28 22:30
— AmazonBodycon clothes aren’t everyone’s cup of tea. Fortunately, loose, flowy outfits can be just as chic — but some fabrics and cuts definitely look more polishe… Read More
2024-04-28 01:00
— AmazonIf you appreciate buying inexpensive trinkets and gadgets from Amazon, this list of cheap products is for you. Even better, every item on this list comes highly recommended w… Read More
2024-04-26 19:09
— Ariela Basson/Scary Mommy; Getty ImagesIn the spirit of full transparency, yes, I am one of *those* Sex and the City fans. The lifetimers. The ones who counted down the days betwee… Read More
2024-04-26 18:22
— Martin-dm/Getty ImagesI know I'm not alone when I say the news can be exhausting. We live in a world with a 24-hour news cycle, one that comes to us through TV and social media con… Read More
2024-04-26 13:41
— @kelsey_p90 / TikTokMy name is Katie, and I have voluntarily involved grandparents. I don’t take this privilege lightly, of course. My mom is a text away if I need to run a q… Read More
2024-04-26 12:19
— Ariela Basson/Scary Mommy; Getty Images, ShutterstockI worked hard to curb my expectations and prepare for our first Walt Disney World experience as a family. I had a pretty clear… Read More
2024-04-25 22:00
Upgrading your home life can be as simple as incorporating a few time-, money-, and sanity-saving items — like the 60 new and popular ones on Amazon you’ll find on this list. And… Read More
2024-04-25 20:54
— @porchthoughts/TikTokIf you're the mom of a picky eater or kids who love to fight around the dinner table, your solution might just be the "dinner candle." The concept has begun po… Read More
2024-04-25 18:53
— Facebook Dating as a young woman in today’s world can be fraught, to say the least. And really, even going out at all as a woman can come with its dangers if you aren’t… Read More
2024-04-25 17:18
— Walt Disney World Resort/Getty ImagesIt's hard to put into words just how massive Walt Disney World Resort is. Located on 43 square miles, the property is as big as some cities. Th… Read More
2024-04-25 16:43
— @arit_shops / TikTokDisney Fans: run, don’t walk! Affordable grocery store chain, Aldi, is releasing some Disney merchandise next week. If you’re planning a Disney Park… Read More
2024-04-25 15:21
— @mrs.sum / TikTokChaperoning a kid’s field trip is a right of passage for parents. You pack snacks, bandaids, and sunscreen and do your best to be the “cool parent&rdqu&hellip…Read More
2024-04-25 14:38
— NetflixNetflix is making the entire month of May feel like Mother’s Day. In addition to just the right amount of new kid-friendly content, this month brings the Season 3 prem… Read More
2024-04-25 13:05
What I’m about to say might seem impossible if you’re deep in the little-kid trenches, held hostage by their favorite TV shows. But it’s true: I long for the time when we … Read More
2024-04-25 12:15
— franckreporter/E+/Getty ImagesMy ex-husband and I weren’t even separated for a month when my son, 15, got caught skipping class. A few weeks later, he got suspended for smoki… Read More
2024-04-24 21:56
— Old NavyIt was the jeans. That’s what first reeled me in. Hook, line, and sinker. I loved that Old Navy understood that not everyone comfortably fits into the same pair of je… Read More
2024-04-24 18:25
— @shannonschott.esq / TikTok When you plan a trip to a trampoline park with the kids or head to an inside playground for a birthday party, there is usually a waiver given before ent… Read More
2024-04-24 16:32
— MilosStankovic/Getty ImagesIt's rough out there — and eggs are expensive. When people see my five kids trailing behind me at the store, they always have lots of comments… Read More
2024-04-24 15:00
— NBC/Getty ImagesFrom being crowned the first American Idol victor to taking a rotating seat as a judge on The Voice, all the way to making her daytime talk show host debut on her v… Read More
2024-04-24 14:27
— @lotsasmiles / TikTokEvery weekend, I throw my daughter’s backpack into the washer with some Oxiclean and laundry sanitizer because it truly needs a deep clean every single w… Read More
2024-04-24 12:00
— Daniel Balakov/E+/Getty ImagesMy kitchen table is overflowing with artwork from daycare. In my line of sight are seven wine glasses, just in case I decide to have an impromptu dinn… Read More
2024-04-23 21:18
I don't know about you, but I can't look at my social media without seeing anyone and everyone getting Botox. No longer a dirty little secret among the rich and famous, getting Botox is now… Read More
2024-04-23 18:26
— Anadolu Agency/Anadolu Agency/Getty ImagesWhile many families have luck shopping at Aldi for all their groceries (and even raise Aldi-obsessed kids), it just doesn’t work for… Read More
2024-04-23 16:48
— @namingbebe / TikTokThe discourse over how many kids are the “perfect” number has been going on forever. Some swear that two kids is the way to go while others say &ldq&hellip…Read More
2024-04-23 16:26
— James D. Morgan/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty ImagesOne of the crappiest things about the patriarchy is that the mere act of feeding your baby just as humans have fed their babi… Read More
2024-04-23 15:13
— MoMo Productions/Getty ImagesThe most common misconception surrounding dyslexia is that it only causes people to reverse letters when reading. While that's partially true, this is… Read More
2024-04-23 14:30
— Imgorthand/E+/Getty ImagesOne of the best parts of sleepover was the morning after, sitting around my friend’s kitchen, chatting about the fun we’d had the night before… Read More
2024-04-23 13:32
When you pictured motherhood, part of that image might have involved all your new mom friends: people you met at a baby and me group, then kept hanging out with for life. For many parents, t… Read More
2024-04-23 12:00
— urbazon/E+/Getty ImagesMy daughters are on the couch watching Bluey and eating their fifth snack of the hour. In the pause between hunting and gathering new snacks, I’m unloa… Read More
2024-04-22 22:00
When you stare into your closet and find you have nothing to wear, look to Amazon (seriously). It’s the quickest way to a closet refresh, with new outfits ready to land on your doorste… Read More
2024-04-22 21:32
— NetflixYou didn’t plan any Earth Day activities with your kids, and now you’re feeling that familiar twinge of mom guilt. Been there. We all know conversations about ou… Read More
2024-04-22 19:39
Here’s some time-tested Disney trivia for you: There are no ifs, ands, or buts about it — going to Disney World is one of the most magical trips you can take with your little one… Read More
2024-04-22 16:37
— @momcreators/TikTok; @sj_golden/TikTokGone are the days of wanting to know your horoscope sign or your Hogwarts house — moms are now sorted by the color of their SUVs. Well… Read More
2024-04-22 16:21
— @lisaconselatore / TikTokA recent Penn study found that teachers are leaving their jobs at even higher rates than nurses and police officers. According to Education Resource Strate… Read More
2024-04-22 14:55
— @itsme_abbye / TikTokI remember a time when my friend told me over dinner how her husband had been out of town for a week. “Oh how awful!” I said, thinking about how I… Read More
2024-04-22 12:54
— Ariela Basson/Scary Mommy; Getty Images, ShutterstockI always loved the idea of a massage. It seemed like the ultimate downtime: 50 minutes all to myself, with someone else working… Read More
2024-04-21 21:00
If you love to shop but also love when someone else does the research for you, you’re in the right spot. The professional shopping researchers at Scary Mommy rounded up the most effici… Read More
2024-04-19 20:37
— Ariela Basson/Scary Mommy; Getty ImagesFor most of us, our introduction to Jamie-Lynn Sigler came by way of what is widely considered one of the best TV shows ever created: The Sop… Read More
2024-04-19 20:03
The world is, in so many ways, better for women than it was several decades ago. And, yes, many (some?) men can finally see the dangers women face. But others still play the oblivious card… Read More
2024-04-19 15:32
— Leon Bennett/FilmMagic/Getty ImagesIt's probably safe to say that many millennials first fell in love with Kate Hudson in her role as the charming Penny Lane in the 2010 coming-of… Read More
2024-04-19 14:15
If you’re a mom in America, chances are you shop on Amazon. It’s just one of those things. And chances are you have some favorite finds — from beauty to random home product… Read More
2024-04-19 12:49
— PhotoLife94/E+/Getty ImagesWhen kids have multiple sets of grandparents, things can be a bit confusing differentiating between them, so sometimes parents and grandparents create di… Read More
2024-04-19 12:43
— Sophie Zee / TikTokOne mom’s unique approach has garnered quite a response from the internet after she shared a video of her ten-month-old son helping with laundry and other… Read More
2024-04-19 12:30
I so vividly remember my best friend coming over 10 years ago to support me right after I had my first baby.I was holding him while he napped, surrounded by diapers and burp cloths, desperat… Read More
2024-04-18 18:35
— @lifeofsophiag / TikTokFinding a reliable and trustworthy nanny is no easy feat, but the same can be said from the other side of the coin. Nannies are also just as selective when s… Read More
2024-04-18 14:46
— Pyrosky/E+/Getty ImagesA New York City mom is speaking out against New York City city officials after they issued her a $50 fine for her four-year-old son's emergency bathroom brea… Read More
2024-04-18 14:00
— Ariela Basson/Scary Mommy; Getty ImagesMy Roman Empire is watching The Real Housewives of Orange County star Shannon Storms Beador lie in a makeshift grave while her crummy then-hu… Read More
2024-04-18 12:00
— Ballyscanlon/Getty ImagesAs divided as the world may seem right now, one thing everyone can collectively agree on is that mosquitoes are the worst. They’re tiny, hard to dete… Read More
2024-04-18 12:00
— FatCamera/E+/Getty ImagesMy brain screamed, “abort, abort!” as I stood in front of a bathtub-sized mud puddle full of algae, cow poop, and quite possibly an alligator… Read More
2024-04-18 11:00
— Apple TV+"He's here; he's there; he's every-f*cking-where" — He's... Ted Lasso. But, so far, he's not on AppleTV+ with more quirky, motivational goodness in Ted Lasso Season… Read More
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