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How To Guide Your Kid Through The Financial Minefield Of Paying For College
Spoiler alert: This one requires frequent family discussions.
OK, How Are We Doing Date Nights?
Real moms just like you share how they make date nights work for their relationship.
Mom Discovers New Hack To Improve Kids' Self-Sufficiency
She knows it might sound harsh at first, but it really does help kids start to think ahead.
Uber Is Offering Teens Free Rides To Prom (And Back)
The promo also includes a $20 UberEats coupon.
Your Adult Child Lives At Home -- Can You Search Their Room?
Is searching your young adult's room overstepping boundaries? A parenting coach says it's not.
Three American-Born Children Have Been Sent To Honduras With Their Mothers
Legal representatives for the families argue the mothers were denied options for their citizen children to remain in the country.
11 Easy Chocolate Dessert Recipes For When You Just Need To Feel Something
The world is burning but chocolate is here. Chocolate cares.
ACLU Sues Trump Administration For Funding Disruptions To Head Start Child-Care Program
The lawsuit alleges that the Department of Health and Human Services has taken measures to dismantle Head Start without Congressional approval.
The Education Department Issued An Ultimatum About DEI & 19 States Are Suing
The plaintiffs argue that ED’s interpretation of Title VI is both wrong and unconstitutional.
Great Wolf Lodge Is Having A Huge “It’s Gonna Be May” Sale On May 1
Families can save up to 51% off their summer stays.
Another Year In Serenity! Sweet Magnolias Announces Season 5
What happens when one of the Magnolias moves away? Looks like we’re going to find out.
Is It OK To Drink At Your Kid's Sporting Events?
I mean, it’s one way to get through Little League games, but should you?
Disney's Make-Your-Own-Headband Deal Is Now In Stores & Online
Customize your own perfect Disney accessory from home.
The USDA Rolled Back A Plan To Reduce Salmonella Levels In Chicken
Salmonella causes 1.35 million infections a year — including about 420 deaths.
TikTok Mom Has A Potty Training PSA For All The Little Girl Dads Out There
"A little detail that can make a big difference."
TikToker Warns Against Trends For Women and Girls That Lead To The Alt-Right Pipeline
From "clean" makeup to homesteading, some trending topics might be an entrance point for concerning ideologies.
This Man Made His Fiancée An "Anxiety Chair,” And Now I Need One, Too
Sometimes you just need a little grown-up time-out.
This Mom Is Sharing Red Pill Lingo She Heard Her Tween Son Repeating, So You Can Get Ahead Of It
"It starts very subtly..."
An Ode To The Moms & Mother-In-Laws Who Know It's *Your* Day
And aren’t passive-aggressive about you turning down an elaborate, expensive brunch invitation.
What Scary Mommy Editors Are Getting Themselves For Mother's Day
Because we can buy our own gifts, damnit.
18 Splurge-Worthy Beauty Products For The Mom Who Wants To Treat Herself
Put those Mother’s Day gift cards to good use.
My Village Looks After Single Moms On Mother's Day, And It Means So Much To Me
In fact... I think I get a better deal than some of my married friends.
Normal Mother’s Day Gifts Are Fine & All, But What I Really Want Is A Tattoo
All gifts are welcome but only one lasts forever.
Soft Mom Era? Over. Welcome To The Sarah Connor Generation Of Moms.
If you told me last year that I’d relate more than ever to this intense AF movie mom, I’d have laughed. But here we are.
Dear Husbands, Boyfriends, & Partners: We Need Your Help With Menopause
“It’s an incredibly difficult and painful journey and we need to be able to support them because they are not getting the support that they need.”
On God, This $4.99 Highlighter Outperforms All The Rest
No matter what else I try, nothing ever seems to beat my little $4.99 workhorse that can do it all: the Essence Pure Nude Highlighter.
Joshua Jackson Opened Up About Co-Parenting & The Response Has Been Very Mixed
The star split with Jodie Turner-Smith in 2023. The pair share a 5-year-old daughter, Juno.
A Former Teacher Reveals 4 Things She Wished She Could've Told Parents
This former teacher shares a few things parents should know about their middle schoolers, that she could never have revealed while still in her job.
24 Amazon Finds Scary Mommy Editors Are Raving About This Month
From hair serums and ice rollers to ant farms and crafting kits, we found some real gems.
23 Sweet Baby Girl Names To Make Your Daughter Sound Like A Beatrix Potter Character
You just know she’s going to love tea parties.
Jason and Travis Kelce Gave A Mom Some Hilarious Advice On How To Deal With Her "Feral Children"
The laugh-out-loud clip came from their “New Heights” podcast.
When Does This Fricking Back Pain Warrant A Doctor’s Visit?
Getting older... such a joy!
A Misprint In Beloved Internet Grandma’s Cookbook Goes Viral & People Are Riding At Dawn For Babs
Their parents say that they just need a "chance."
Clinton Kelly & Stacy London Are Back — But “A Lot Less Bitchy”
And they are sorry about 2003, but they still want you to feel your best.
Can People Actually Change? Here’s How It’s Done, According To A Couples Therapist
Plus, how long you should expect real change to take.
This Stepmom Wants Her Husband To Stay Home With His Bio Kids Whenever They're Around
He would rather go out and play poker.
Study: Nearly Half Of Teens Think Social Media Worsens Mental Health
A growing number of teens believe that social media has a negative impact on their generation's mental health, but most don't think they are personally affected.
So Your Tween Is Asking For Their First Signature Fragrance
A dermatologist explains how to find perfumes and colognes safe for young skin.
I Can't Keep Doing Hour-Long Dramatic Episodes — Bring Back The Sitcoms
Please, just leave me at St. Denis Medical while you go watch Pedro Pascal try to save the world.
The Trevor Project Finds LGBTQ+ Youth At Higher Risk Of Economic Insecurity
Queer young people more likely to experience food insecurity, houselessness, and unmet needs than straight and cis peers.
The Moms Are Horny & Need To Confess 🔥
In the latest Confessions roundup, 13 moms share their steamiest sex secrets.
50 French Girl Names For Your Sweet Little Bon Bon
From lilting and feminine to ultra chic.
Uncles Do Not Get The Credit They Deserve, & It’s A Damn Shame
They’re not just backup dads — they’re emotional support humans.
Study: Women Tune In To Infant Distress -- Even If They're Not Parents
The new study reveals that our brains might be hardwired to pick up on signs of infant distress, regardless of parental status.
A Mom Admitted To Feeling Alone In Her Regret Of Motherhood
Surprisingly, she was met with much support on Reddit.
Things I'm Going To Do With The $5,000 Trump Gives Me For Having A Baby
I am really, really going to cash in when I get my “Baby Bonus.”
Why Are Teens Doing The Ice Bucket Challenge Again?
The social media awareness move is taking over feeds again — and your kids are tagging their friends.
PSA: You Can Decenter Your Parents
It's easy to put a lot of weight on the opinions of the people that raised you -- but, you really don't have to.
Need A Weekend Getaway? Try Blowing Rock, North Carolina, For A Family Trip
It’s a quaint change of scenery with plenty of family-friendly things to do.
Kathryn Hahn Shares Such A Powerful Message About Growing Old With Your Women Friends
Yes, you need to send this to your bestie immediately.
How To Keep Aging Parents And Grandparents Young
One woman says that, as our parents get older, the responsibilities flip, and it becomes your job to help enrich your parents' lives.
FDA Suspends Milk & Dairy Quality Tests Due To Staffing Cuts
The federal agency has also stopped accurate testing for bird flu in milk and cheese.
The New I Know What You Did Last Summer Trailer Just Dropped — & Fine, I’ll Watch The Movie
You had me at Freddie Prinze Jr. and Jennifer Love Hewitt.
Does Ms. Rachel Have Kids? Yes, Everyone’s Favorite Babysitter Is Also A Mom
And her oldest inspired her to create her YouTube channel.
Do You Always Get A UTI While Traveling? A Urologist Explains Why & How To Stop It
UTIs are the absolute worst, especially when they ruin a vacay.
A Mom Needs Recommendations: Great Netflix Shows For 13-Year-Old Girls
There's seems to be so little good television for this age group, but here are some great picks.
My Husband Has Let Himself Go & It's Bad
He’s not the man I married, and I desperately want the old version back.
Will There Be A Second Season Of Ransom Canyon? It’s Probably Safe To Get Your Hopes Up
If you love Virgin River and Yellowstone, this show’s for you.
Every Dad Needs To See This Foolproof Guide To Mother's Day Gifts
Don't mess this up, my guy!
11 Orzo Recipes That Are Simple, Satisfying, & Great For Meal Prep
There’s always half a bag left over when you make soup. Here’s how to use it up in the tastiest ways.
Disney World Mom Nicki Marie Brings A Double Stroller For Her 8- & 10-Year-Olds
“Just know that your teenager wants to sit in the younger sibling’s stroller...”
Everything I Know About Divorce, I Learned From ‘The Real Housewives’
It’s always been a stress-reliever, but I didn’t know I’d see myself in these women.
Angel Carter Conrad Is The Cycle Breaker Her Family Needed — Now She’s Raising One, Too
Aaron Carter’s twin sister opens up to Scary Mommy about her heartrending new documentary and how she’s using her journey to model healing for the next generation.
Everything You Need To Know About The Lyrids Meteor Shower
It’s a pretty great reason to wake up at 3 a.m.
New Study Finds Maternal Affection Between Ages 5 & 10 Sets Children Up For Success
Researchers believe these findings could support families at a policy level.
Can Tweens and Teens Get Breast Reductions? This Plastic Surgeon Says Yes: Here’s How
Surgery is not the solution for every person, but it might be right for your teen.
Let’s Confess Some Joy This Week
In the latest Confessions roundup, 12 moms share their happy little secrets and joyful moments.
Disneyland Is Celebrating Its 70th Anniversary — Here's Why That's A Big Deal For Your Family
Consider this your ultimate guide to Disneyland’s 70th Celebration (including deets on ticket deals).
I Got A Shoutlet & It's Helped Me Stop Yelling At My Kids (Mostly)
The portable pillow lets you scream into the void, quietly.
Kylie Kelce Explains Why She Lets Her Husband Jason Sleep While She Takes Care Of Their Newborn At Night
This makes sense if you have a gaggle of kids!
Danielle Moné Truitt Brings Eldest Daughter Energy To Organized Crime — & We’re Here For It
The mom of two, podcast host, and Law & Order spin-off star opens up about Bell’s big moves this season, showing up for other women, and the softness behind her strength.
A New 'Fantastic Four' Trailer Just Dropped With Your Latest Pedro Pascal Dopamine Hit
And I’m freaking out about Sue Storm being the woman who “has it all.”
It’s OK To Feel Complicated About Amanda Nguyen & The Blue Origin Flight
Nguyen deserves her dreams, but it feels icky that it happened like this.
Learn About Adrenarche: The Pre-Puberty Moodiness No One Warned Us About
“You might notice ... a newfound intensity in their feelings. They are not being difficult on purpose.”
Head Start Programs Shutter Due To Stalled Funding & Next Year Could Be Worse
A leaked HHS budget proposal for 2026 shows massive spending and administrative cuts, including the elimination of Head Start.
Three Fairy Godmothers Stepped Up For Stressed Out New Mom
“That overwhelming to-do list doesn’t feel so heavy anymore and the clutter that was overstimulating me is just... gone.”
Why Child-Free Chelsea Handler Signed Up For Parenting Classes
The comedian shared on Monica Lewinsky’s "Reclaiming" podcast that she signed up for parenting classes to be a better "auntie" to the children in her life.
An Autistic Mom Responds To RFK Jr.
We are human beings. Full stop. All of us autistic individuals are. Even those who don't pay taxes or write poetry.
Compounded GLP-1s Are Going Away. Here’s What To Do If You Take Them.
Compounding pharmacies have been allowed to make generic versions of Ozempic, Mounjaro, and similar drugs — until now.
Serena Williams Set to Executive Produce TV Series Based On A Taylor Jenkins Reid Bestselling Tennis Novel
'Carrie Soto Is Back' follows a female tennis player making the comeback of her life.
9 White T-Shirts You’ll Love Forever & Ever
We all have our favorites. Here are ours.
Is A Minecraft Movie Sequel Already In The Works? It’s Looking Promising
And there’s a rumor that Kate McKinnon could join the cast.
18 Moms Share Their Favorite Comfort Show
From sitcoms to thrillers, this list is all about the shows that make you feel good and calm for the post-bedtime chill.
A Woman Is Going Viral For Timing How Long Unpleasant Tasks Actually Take
And she is a hero.
New Grandma On TikTok Offers The Perfect Advice To MILs Everywhere
“Shut your mouth, be supportive, cook the food, do the laundry, love with an open hand.”
This Mom Is Under Fire For Sharing Her "iPad Family's" Devices On TikTok
The comment section was not amused by the Daugh family's collective screen use.
What If What Moms Really Want For Mother’s Day Is A Dumpster?
At long last, the house will be cleaned to our standard...
Here's Some Advice On What To Do With Your Parents' Advice
Moms and dads have no dearth of well-meaning wisdom for their adult children, but should we take it?
CDC Releases New Findings On Prevalence Of Autism, Which Continues Upward Trend
While the agency attributes the rise from 2020 to better diagnostic access, HHS Secretary Kennedy blames “environmental toxins.”
How To Get Through To Your Teen When They're Being Disrespectful
Nobody knows exactly what buttons to press like your teenager. But, to get to the root of the issue, you have to move past the initial disrespect.
A New Study Warns That Mattresses May Expose Children To Brain-Harming Chemicals
The chemicals have been linked to developmental and hormonal disorders.
HBO Has Confirmed Six Cast Members For Their 'Harry Potter' Reboot
Ladies and gentlemen, we have our new Dumbledore.
A Mom Was Left Totally Confused After Being Praised For Not Putting Shorts On Under Her Daughter's Dress
She was thanked for not being that “type of mom.”
Groceries Are Expensive. Try These Egg Noodle Recipes When You’re Pinching Pennies.
They’re the most affordable base for a meal.
27 Meaningful Baby Girl Names
From names rooted in history to names that mean peace, queen, and love, there’s plenty to be inspired by.
New Study Finds Only Children Are Thriving, Actually
From mental health to language skills and memory, adult only children are living their best lives.
Why Do I Feel Like I Have To Pee Every 5 Minutes?
Is this just one more form of malicious compliance from my body since I hit 40, or should I actually worry? I asked a urologist for answers.
