Scary Mommy

Sep. 16, 2025
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Straight From The Source
By Julie Sprankles

11 Things Teachers Secretly Wish Parents Would Stop Doing ASAP

Hey, when we know better, we do better.

it's tricky

I Don't Regret Having Sex With My Ex Even Though We Couldn't Stand Each Other

The first time we had sex in our After was the night he came over to talk about custody arrangements.

Stylish Scandinavian newborn baby nursery with natural wooden baby cot, stuffed bunny and handmade h...
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Stuffed Animals Are Pure Magic

My childhood conviction that stuffed animals are real has never entirely left me.

Young Asian woman taking a break, having a quiet time enjoying a cup of coffee and reading book in c...
Must Reads

17 Motherhood Books Scary Mommy Editors Love, From Fiction To Memoir

Give me a main character plagued by the school mom chats already.

spritz spritz, hooray!

This Face & Body Spray Finally Helped Me Banish Body Acne Once & For All

Begone, back zits.

Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure opened to the public for the first time the morning o...
Know Before You Go

We Asked Travel Pros: What Are Your Go-To Hacks For Surviving Long Theme Park Lines With Kids?

Brb, putting together my “queue survival kit.”

Brace Yourself — School’s (Almost) Back In Session

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Tip: Buy An Owala

Which Back-To-School "Essentials" Are This Year's Stanley Tumblers?

The most coveted items on kids’ back-to-school shopping lists, according to tweens and teens.

Get A Grip, Cheryl

For The Love Of God, Communal Back-To-School Supplies Are Necessary

Before you rage in your local mom group about how glue sticks are on your kid’s supply list, read this.

Back to Life, Back to Reality

How To Get Your Kid Ready For Back To School When They've Been A Feral Gremlin All Summer

Expert advice on gently guiding your snack-fueled, screen-obsessed chaos monster toward a functioning routine.

The Wheel Of Feels

Peak Millennial Nostalgia

It’s Been 30 Years Since 'The Big Comfy Couch' First Brought Us To Clowntown

keep playing without asking again, thanks

23 New Family-Friendly Movies & Shows To Watch On Netflix In September

<3 <3 <3

Aubrey Plaza's Comments About Grief Are So Spot On

Brace Yourselves

How To Survive Spirit Week Without Losing Your Everloving Mind

Straight From The Source

Educators Get Honest About 11 Things They Secretly Wish Parents Would Stop Doing

watch and learn, dads

Watch This Masterclass In Girl Dad After This Man’s Daughter Worries She's Getting Her Period

watch and learn, dads

Watch This Masterclass In Girl Dad After This Man’s Daughter Worries She's Getting Her Period

so true

This Mom Says That Having Three Kids In The '90s Is Having Five Kids Today

EYE ROLL

This Mom Received A Reprimanding Note From Her Kid's School After Sending Pretzels For A Snack

so true

This Mom Says That Having Three Kids In The '90s Is Having Five Kids Today

let's do lunch

New Study Shows Parents Are Paying More To Pack A Kid’s Lunch Than In 2024

good point

This Mom Says We Need To Call Out Our Kids For Being Annoying More

Looking Back

Rewatching 'One Tree Hill' As A Parent Is A Mind Trip

Thanks, Mom

10 Bizarre Lies ‘90s Kids Were Told — & Still Low-Key Believe, If We’re Being Honest

Entertainment

All Hail Geri Halliwell-Horner!

It's Not You, It's Me

I’m Happily Married... So Why Can’t I Stop Watching DivorceTok?

to each their own?

This Husband “Hates” When His Wife Takes A Shower Without Him & The Internet Is Weirded Out

I Can *See* You Viewed My Evite, You Know

How Many Times Should You Invite Friends Before Giving Up?

Scary Mommy Originals

Melanie Lynskey's Radical Normal

TSITP’s Jackie Chung Says Goodbye To Laurel, The Messy Millennial Mom We Needed To See

Anna Connelly Tells It Like It Is

Shanola Hampton Is Nothing Like Her Character On 'Found'

Bethany Joy Lenz Isn’t Afraid To F*ck Up

Kayla Sullivan Is Live On The Scene Of Motherhood & Reporting For Duty

Whitney Cicero Is Here For The Laughs

All Hail Geri Halliwell-Horner!

Yuri Lamasbella Just Goes With The Flow

Meredith Masony Gets It, Because She’s Been There Too

Avery Woods Is Just Happy To Be Here: “That’s My Vibe”

Ceci Kane Can’t Believe How Wild The Mom Groups Get, Either

Taylor Wolfe Is Just Trying To Laugh It Off Like The Rest Of Us

Mary Hendricks Just Wants To Have Some Fun With It

Katie Stevens Is “The Most Hopeless Romantic Of Them All”

Dave Ogleton Talks Dad Jokes, Youth Sports, & Parenting Every Stage From Teens To Toddlers

What Mommy Wants

Walmart
Gerber Banana Blueberry Puree Pouch
$1.28
Target
Happy Baby Organics Stage 1 Baby Food Pouch

Happy Baby Organics Stage 1 Clearly Crafted Prunes Baby Food Pouch 3.5 pz

$1.99
Little Spoon
Little Spoon Bestsellers Smoothie Pack Of 12

A customizable pack of bestselling smoothie flavors.

$48.88
Serenity Kids
Serenity Kids Ethically Sourced Organic Baby Meat Pouches Pack of 8

Organic Meat Baby Food We know your little one’s taste buds are always evolving! Our Ethically Sourced Meat Baby Food Pouch Variety Pack is a great way to introduce your little one to different proteins to figure out which ones they love. Meet all our pureed meat baby food with this Serenity Kids Ethically Sourced Meats variety baby food packs featuring two pouches each of our: Grass-Fed Beef with Organic Kale & Sweet Potato Free-Range Chicken with Organic Peas & Carrots Grass-Fed Bison with Organic Kabocha Squash & Spinach Free-Range Turkey with Organic Pumpkin & Beets

$35.95
Once Upon A Farm
Once Upon A Farm Apple, Cherry & Elderberry Immunity Blend Baby Food Pouches Pack of 16

Added probiotics to help support immune health∞ No Added Sugar‡, preservatives or artificial ingredients Made with Real, Organic Fruits & Veggies Cold-pressed to lock in farm-fresh taste and nutrients Refrigerated and ready to enjoy! Perfect for the lunchbox, snack time or on-the-go. USDA Organic and Non-GMO Project Verified Clean Label Project Purity & Pesticide-Free Awarded Made with kids in mind! ∞ When paired with a healthy diet and active lifestyle. ‡Not A Low Calorie Food.

$76.80
Walmart
Pampers Swaddlers Baby Diapers
$28.22
Target
Baby Einstein Take Along Tunes

The award-winning Baby Einstein Take Along Tunes Musical Toy is made for little maestros. This handheld musical toy, featuring Cal a beloved Baby Einstein character, has sold over 30 million units worldwide and will quickly become a favorite for hours of entertainment. Babies can use the large button to toggle through 10 recreated classical masterpieces from Chopin to Mozart and more.

$9.99
Pottery Barn
Baby Bjorn Bouncer
$209.99
LOVEVERY
LOVEVERY Play Gym

This award-winning play gym is perfect for your little one. It’s made with safe and durable materials so you can relax while your baby plays and learns at the same time. It includes teething rings, mirror cards, common object cards, a contrast ball, and more — all easily removable so your baby can explore each one on their own.

$140
Mustela
Mustela Welcome Baby Gift Set

This specially curated 4-piece skincare set contains natural and gentle must haves to welcome home a new baby. Each product is formulated with Mustela’s signature, natural patented ingredient, Avocado Perseose® to help protect and strengthen baby’s delicate skin. Crafted with Mustela’s iconic scent for a sensorial experience. The welcome baby gift set makes for the perfect baby shower gift.

$32
Dude, Where's My Spouse?
By Jamie Kenney

Is There A Generational Divide Over Sharing Your Location?

Do you share your location with your partner? How old are you...?

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Why Does Your Cat Act Like A Psycho At Night? Experts Explain How To Stop It

Love you so much but STOP YOWLING.

good to the last drop

11 Recipes To Use Up Jelly & Jam, From Baked Brie To Homemade Sauces

Did you say jargaritas?

fun moms only

Come Inside Scary Mommy's Rowan Ear Piercing Event

Scary Mommy hosted a moms' night out piercing party in June.

Got Milk?

In Florida, Raw Milk Has Sickened 21 People, Here's What You Need To Know

Some claim not pasteurizing dairy has numerous health benefits. Others warn it’s dangerous. Here’s what the experts say.

SOS: Sweating Over Sleep

Hot Sleeper? 13 Products To Help You Keep Your Cool

From cooling sheets to smart fans to breathable pajamas, here are the tools that can help turn your bedroom into a more chill place — literally.

Trending

Oh sweet girl
By Katie Garrity

A Pregnant Woman Asked What Hobbies She Should Do During Her Maternity Leave & The Comments Were F**king Hilarious

"I need ideas of what to do when I'm home all day with them."

*boop*

You Can Tap Your Phone On These Cheap Stickers & Automate Your Life, Apparently

watch and learn, dads

Watch This Masterclass In Girl Dad After This Man’s Daughter Worries She's Getting Her Period

no walking on eggshells

A Dad's Anger Shouldn't Change The Mood Of The Entire House.

so true

This Mom Says That Having Three Kids In The '90s Is Having Five Kids Today

cute stuff alert

Here Are The Biggest Teen Girl Trends Of Fall & Where To Get Them

EYE ROLL

This Mom Received A Reprimanding Note From Her Kid's School After Sending Pretzels For A Snack

are other states listening??

New Mexico Will Be The First State With Universal Child Care — Here's What That Means

to each their own?

This Husband “Hates” When His Wife Takes A Shower Without Him & The Internet Is Weirded Out

new parenting trend

The "Cat vs. Dog” Parenting Style Could Be The Trick To Getting Your Teen To Open Up

let's do lunch

New Study Shows Parents Are Paying More To Pack A Kid’s Lunch Than In 2024

small but mighty state

Rhode Island Becomes First State to Mandate Workplace Accommodations for Menopause

our founding fathers would HATE this

Trump Says He Will Promote School Prayer Through Department Of Education Guidelines

here we go again

Moms Are Wondering WTF Is Going On With Homecoming Dress Trends Nowadays

does he have a point?

A Dad Complained That His Wife's Life Is "Cooler" Than His & People Had Thoughts

bro, really?!

The Internet Is Fuming After This Boyfriend Ate All His Girlfriend's Marathon Snacks During Her Race

CONFESS

SEE MORE

I love my children, but sick days are the GD worst.

Confessional #66123

I slept with a younger guy at my gym while my husband was at work and I want to do it again.

Confessional #3211

Most of the things that drive you crazy about your kids are your fault.

Confessional #7161

Telling the kids about the divorce is a billion times more gut-wrenching that I thought it would be.

Confessional #3342

My students are coming to class sick and it’s disgusting.

Confessional #8198
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“I Think About Having Sex All Day, Just Not With My Husband” & 30 Other Mom Confessions

“I’m Always Stoned On Family Vacations” & 20 Other Mom Confessions

“Hearing My Kids Laugh Is The Greatest Sound I’ll Ever Know” & 14 Other Wholesome Mom Confessions

“I Love My Kids, But I Hate Being A Mom” & 25 Other Mom Confessions

“Haven’t Had Sex With My Husband In 1.5 Years Because Of ED” & 20 Other Relationship Confessions

“I’m An Alcoholic Mom Who Looks Like I Have It All Together” & 29 Other Mom Confessions

“Contemplating Making My Kids Take A Year Off From Sports” & 12 Other Back-To-School Confessions

“I Don’t Think I’ll Ever Pay Off Credit Card Debt” & 26 Other Relatable Confessions

“Having Two Teen Daughters Is Way More Fun Than I Expected” & 13 Other Wholesome Confessions

“My Kids Have Been Swimming Instead Of Bathing This Summer” & 13 Other Summer Confessions

“I Have A Secret Lover In Prison” & 21 Other Relationship Confessions

“My Teen Is Grounded & I’m Loving It” & 29 Other Mom Confessions

“I’m Scared About Affording The Home I Just Bought” & 30 Other Mom Confessions

“I Like One Of My Teenage Daughters Better Than The Other” & 21 Other Mom Confessions

“I’m Dreading School Being Out” & 17 Other Summer Mom Confessions

“Weed Has Saved My Sex Life” & 18 Other Mom Confessions

Book Club

Romantasy Author Kerri Maniscalco's Love Of Fantasy Came From Her Grandmother

13 Cozy Fall Books If You Love Practical Magic & Pumpkin Spice Everything

7 Cute & Cozy Books To Read With Your Kids In The Fall

Are These The Scariest Books Of All Time? Don’t Read ‘Em Unless You Own A Nightlight

10 Must-Read Dark Academia Books If You Always Wanted To Go To Hogwarts

Your Queer Historical Romance Of The Summer Is You Should Be So Lucky

16 Novels To Slip Into Your Beach Bag This Summer

Obsessed With Fourth Wing? Add These Romantasy Novels to Your TBR Pile ASAP

7 Spicy Romantasy Books Just Like A Court of Thorns And Roses

Dreaming Of Warmer Weather? 10 Spring Books That Will Get You Excited For Sunnier Days Ahead

8 Historical Fiction Novels To Read During Women’s History Month

The Most Anticipated Books By Black Authors Coming In 2024

The Best Books of 2024 You Need To Have On Your Radar

10 Empowering Novels That Center On Badass Single Moms

8 Queer Thrillers That’ll Get Your Heart Racing In More Ways Than One

What Book You Should Read Next Based On Your Favorite Romance Trope

Celebrity Interviews

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By Julie Sprankles

Camilla Luddington Matches Our Energy, & We Love Her For It

Please consider this Q&A our formal petition to have her named the patron saint of chaotic moms everywhere.

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Catch Of The Day Is The Food-Filled End-Of-Summer Romance We’ve Been Waiting For

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Meghan Trainor Isn’t Afraid To Be Silly

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Jessel Taank Is The Realest Housewife

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Mandy Moore Opens Up About The Pressure To “Get It Right” As A Mom

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The Women Of The Chicken Sisters Are Stepping Into Their Power In Season 2

Moms To Watch

Katie Stevens Is “The Most Hopeless Romantic Of Them All”

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Ali Larter’s Got A Full Plate & She Wouldn’t Have It Any Other Way

Moms To Watch

TSITP’s Jackie Chung Says Goodbye To Laurel, The Messy Millennial Mom We Needed To See

Moms IRL

Ashley Tisdale Opens Up About The Realities Of Potty Training, Nostalgia & Parenting Advice

who run the world

Allyson Felix Doesn’t Sugarcoat It

Meet her in the middle

Maren Morris On How Sheryl Crow Inspired Her Co-Parenting Style

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28% Of Single Mothers Live In Poverty. Jaycina Almond Is On A Mission To Help.

Iconic

Clinton Kelly & Stacy London Are Back — But “A Lot Less Bitchy”

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Angel Carter Conrad Is The Cycle Breaker Her Family Needed — Now She’s Raising One, Too

Moms To Watch

Danielle Moné Truitt Brings Eldest Daughter Energy To Organized Crime — & We’re Here For It

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Your Life

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He Hasn't Left, But He's Gone
By Julie Sprankles

The Silent Ways Men Check Out Of Their Marriages (& What You Can Do About It)

Is your husband there but not really there? Therapists and attorneys share the quiet signs of emotional withdrawal.

Pass The Blanket

We Need To Rethink The Sunday Reset

Because sometimes a mental reset is way more important than meal prepping three pounds of sweet potatoes.

Red Flag 🚩

Is "Emotional Labor Creep" Happening In Your Relationship?

Or are things actually divided nicely?

Trending 🔥

OK, Why Are We *Really* Wearing Weighted Vests?

Is it actually doing anything other than making us feel like we're part of a trend?

A+ For Creativity

One Woman Asked For “Unhinged” Automated Life Hacks & The Internet Delivered

Like, truly, some of these are unhinged. (And obviously, working extremely well.)

just no

If You’re A Friend Who’s Too Busy To Get Together, But Keeps Saying You Want To Hang, Please Stop

This isn’t fair.

Family Life

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Buckle Up
By Julie Sprankles

No One Prepares You For Becoming The Family Chauffeur

Is “Uber parenting” the new helicopter parenting?

Families Belong Together

Researchers Sound Alarm On Immigration Policy's Effect On Kids' Mental Health

“Immigration enforcement becomes a formative, often traumatic, force in children’s lives.”

Houston, We Have A Vacation

19 Out-Of-This-World Astrotourism Trips To Share With Your Space-Obsessed Kid

From rocket launches to dark-sky parks, these destinations will fuel their cosmic curiosity.

We Asked The Experts

9 Money-Saving Tips From Moms Of Multiples

Because if there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that kids are expensive.

Family Dinner Fixes

How To Stock A Pantry That Makes Weeknight Dinners Way Easier

Experts share their go-to staples, organizing tips, and more.

Set Your Alarm For Party Time

Maybe Having 8 AM Birthday Parties Is The Way To Go

“Aside from our one friend who ... said an 8 am party was ‘diabolical,’ the feedback was overwhelmingly positive.”

Original Videos

The Sex Issue

'Workin' Mom's Catherine Reitman Gets Real About Sex & Marriage Post-Kids

The creator of Workin’ Moms celebrates the comedy and tragedy of modern parenting and relationships.

Parenting

The Shape of You: Raising Girls to Love Their Bodies

Strategies and tips for helping our girls thrive.

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Momsplained

Helping Your Teen Become the Boss of Their Own Money.

They’ve learned the basics from having an allowance, but now that they are a little older they’re asking for more financial independence.

Parenting

Calling All Teens (And Parents Too): How To Insert A Tampon Properly

If you’re new to the tampon game or have been using them for years, here are some tips on how to use a tampon with an applicator and without.

Entertainment

Love ‘Succession’? You must watch ‘Discussion.’

In this parody of HBO’s Succession, you will get a hilarious look at what would happen if the Roys were just like us. The all-American family, living the all-American dream bickering over who will host the holiday meal.

Can you keep a secret?

“I Think About Having Sex All Day, Just Not With My Husband” & 30 Other Mom Confessions

And there’s all THIS *waves hands wildly* happening in the world.

Pregnancy

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Thank You, Now Calm Down
By Jamie Kenney

A New Mom Wants Friends To Stop Complimenting Her Postpartum Body

She doesn’t want to hear that her stretch marks are “awesome.”

Don't Tell Me What To Do

As Government Urges Americans To Have More Babies, Most Just Want Better Care For The Kids They Have Already

A new survey said loud and clear that parents need more support, not more kids.

change of plans

The Romance Novel That Helped Me Escape Postpartum Depression

For most of my career, I’ve had a very specific writing routine. Then I had a baby.

normalize this

This Mom Wants To Normalize Gender Disappointment In Viral Video

Her honesty got mixed reactions from followers.

Snip Snip!

Man Goes In For A Vasectomy & Gets Annoyed With The Pamphlet He's Given

Even when men step up, why do doctors want to give them options to bow out?

Surprise, Surprise

New Report Says President Donald Trump Plans To Walk Back IVF Promises

The ‘Washington Post’ reported that White House officials have privately moved away from the prospect of pushing for IVF legislation.

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Oh sweet girl
By Katie Garrity

A Pregnant Woman Asked What Hobbies She Should Do During Her Maternity Leave & The Comments Were F**king Hilarious

"I need ideas of what to do when I'm home all day with them."

*boop*
By Katie McPherson

You Can Tap Your Phone On These Cheap Stickers & Automate Your Life, Apparently

This is a low-cost way to make sure you never run out of pantry staples again.

Yes Please
By Samantha Darby

'The Baby-Sitters Club' Musical Is Coming — With The 'KPop Demon Hunters' Songwriter In Charge

Send me to Stoneybrook, Connecticut, RIGHT NOW.

Know Before You Go
By Julie Sprankles

We Asked Travel Pros: What Are Your Go-To Hacks For Surviving Long Theme Park Lines With Kids?

Brb, putting together my “queue survival kit.”

Brace Yourselves
By Samantha Darby

How To Survive Spirit Week Without Losing Your Everloving Mind

Spoiler alert: You’re going to have to do some personal soul searching.

spritz spritz, hooray!
By Katie McPherson

This Face & Body Spray Finally Helped Me Banish Body Acne Once & For All

Begone, back zits.

Straight From The Source
By Julie Sprankles

Educators Get Honest About 11 Things They Secretly Wish Parents Would Stop Doing

Hey, when we know better, we do better.

watch and learn, dads
By Katie Garrity

Watch This Masterclass In Girl Dad After This Man’s Daughter Worries She's Getting Her Period

Calm, cool, collected!

runner's trots got me
By Diana Park

I Sh*t My Pants On A Run And You Might, Too

Just call me Forest Dump, because I was running and releasing.

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SHEIN Teamed Up With My Little Pony & Transformers To Create The Cutest New Collections Just In Time For Back To School

My Little Pony and Transformers, oh my!

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