November 7, 2024

Parenting

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Kids wooden blocks with numbers on them
A small group of teenage girls playing with makeup on their bed.
Oh Fudge
By Samantha Darby

How To Discuss Politics With Your Kids & Their Friends

Because they’re going to ask — and you want them to always feel safe asking you things, right?

A mother in a gray sweater talks to her daughter, who wears a mustard-colored top. They are engaged ...
A Moving Milestone

Why Are Periods Starting So Much Earlier These Days?

Everything parents need to know about the increase in early menarche.

Going to urgent care for your kid is different when they are autistic.
whew the logistics

Urgent Care Is A Whole Different Experience For A Kid On The Spectrum

We can’t just pop into the closest location.

Elegant businesswoman walking to the office listening voice messages on earphones in downtown New Yo...
Take Back Your Algorithm

There's Still Time To Save Your Spotify Wrap From Your Kids' Music

Here’s how.

Family cooking Christmas cookies at the kitchen.
warmth

Baking Is My Supreme Love Language

No matter what else went wrong, I could always give my kids cookies.

Young girl using digital tablet in back of car
Child Safety

Do Car Seats Expire? Here’s Why You Should Heed That Date On The Bottom Of The Seat

This is a product you really want to work when it counts.

Why Am I Not Surprised?
By Michelle Rose

5 Things I Learned Rewatching Full House As A Parent For The First Time

Not me bawling at the life lesson in every episode.

Expert Advice
By Arielle Tschinkel

Help! My Kid Likes The Nanny More Than Me

If your kid can't stop raving about how much they looooove someone else, it can sting. Here's how to deal.

"Well, I'm In Love"
By Kelly Schremph

10 Nostalgic Baby Names Inspired By Cruel Intentions

Hey Siri, please play “Bittersweet Symphony” on repeat.

But Mommmm!!!
By Megan LaCreta

Having Power Struggles With Your Teen? Try Changing Your ‘No, Buts’ To ‘Yes, Ifs’

Because we were all 13 once.

Foul!
By Jamie Kenney

Dear Dads: Football Isn't An Excuse Not To Parent

“I just think it is so crazy that we have normalized that it is totally fine for a parent, specifically it seems to be the husband not being there, because there is a game on.”

Give It To Me Straight
By Meredith Begley

OK, But Seriously... How Bad Is It That My Kid Mostly Gets Fruits & Veggies From Pouches?

Here’s what a pediatric nutritionist had to say.

Moms To Watch
By Julie Sprankles

Maahra Hill Reveals How Taking A 12-Year Acting Break To Be A Mom Opened Doors

The star of NBC’s Irrational talks to Scary Mommy about the show’s new season, motherhood, and more.

Traditions With Charm
By Jamie Davis Smith

10 Charismatic Baby Names Inspired By First Families

From the White House to yours...

must be nice!
By Katie Garrity

This Mom Gives The Perfect Example Of How Different It Feels To Be A Default Parent

"I never get to clock out."

i voted
By Samantha Darby

I'm Keeping My 10-Year-Old Daughter Up For Election Night

Even if we don’t know the final results, this is a big deal.