Megan LaCreta

Megan is an associate editor on the news and social media teams at Scary Mommy and Romper. She was previously an editorial intern with the Bronx Times and graduated from Manhattan College with a Bachelor’s degree in political science.

You can learn more about Megan at her website and LinkedIn.

Safety Alert 🚨🚨🚨

Dangerous Bike Helmets Are Being Sold Online. Here’s How To Find Safe Ones.

By Megan LaCreta

The unsafe helmets were being sold on eBay, Facebook Marketplace, Shein, Temu, and Walmart.com.

Mental Health Matters

New Study Shows How New Father’s Prior Mental Health Can Predict Postpartum Depression

By Megan LaCreta

One in 10 men screen positive for depression in the post-natal period.

Boundaries!!!

PSA: Grandchildren Are Not A Do-Over For Parents Of Adult Children

By Megan LaCreta

This therapist has a message for grandparents who try to parent their grandchildren without repairing relationships with their adult kids.

Big Kids

This Mom Shares Her 3 Rules For Adult Children

By Megan LaCreta

A mom on TikTok shared what she does, and doesn’t, care about when it comes to her 22- and 24-year-old children who live at home.

The Whole Truth & Nothing But The Truth

Want Your Kid To Tell The Truth? Don't Set Them Up To Lie

By Megan LaCreta

A mom on TikTok shared her advice to encourage truthful behavior.

What You Need To Know

A Middle Schooler Shares What Students Are Taught During Active Shooter Drills

By Megan LaCreta

“This is the type of trauma and hyper vigilance and fear that has been completely normalized for our students.”

No More Brownie Points?

A Recent Study Says That Using Food As A Reward May Lead To Emotional Overeating In Kids

By Megan LaCreta

Next time a temper tantrum comes along, maybe stick to a non-edible form of bribery.

A+ Work!

A New California Law Looks To Relieve Homework Stress For Students

By Megan LaCreta

"The Healthy Homework Act" was inspired by one California legislator’s daughter’s staggering homework load.

Families in all forms

Kids Raised By “Elective Co-Parents” Do Just As Well Those Raised By Romantic Partners

By Megan LaCreta

Elective co-parenting is when two or more people decide to raise a child together outside of a romantic relationship.

Immediate Prison!

When Grandma Won't Stop Body Shaming

By Megan LaCreta

Nora McInerny coined the term "Gramarexic" for those older relatives that can't seem to help but comment on your kid's body.

Sassafras!

Why You Need A Parenting Safe Word

By Megan LaCreta

Having a parenting safe word can help you deescalate and even prevent arguments with your kids.

Write This Down!

This Creator Shared Her Mom's Advice On How To Address Your Kid's Insecurities

By Megan LaCreta

She shared an Instagram Reel explaining how her mother spoke to her about being a "funny looking kid."

Send this to your partner

71% Of The Household Mental Load Falls On Mom — Even When Dad Believes He Shares It Equally

By Megan LaCreta

Mothers were responsible for more than twice the share of daily tasks, a new survey revealed.

Penalty!!!

What Is "Away Game Parenting"? A Mom Explained This Holiday Season Struggle

By Megan LaCreta

A mom on TikTok used this phrase to describe the unique frustration of trying to parent with the input of your extended family.

Someone's On The Naughty List!

This Mom Shared Her Hilarious Elf On The Shelf Hack Gone Wrong

By Megan LaCreta

The lengths we go to to avoid bringing an elf into our homes...

Fun for everyone

Magical Experiences That Even The Most Apathetic Teen Can Enjoy At Disney World

By Megan LaCreta

Convert your grumpy teen or tween from an Eeyore to a Tigger in no time.

Time To Take A Step Back

Study: A Simple Mindset Shift Can Help Parents Raise More Confident Kids

By Megan LaCreta

Listen up, helicopter parents!

did you hear...?

Why These Parents Talk About Their Kids' Behind Their Back

By Megan LaCreta

A mom shared her and her husband’s method of reinforcing their kids’ good behavior on Reels.

Mental Health

If A Kid Is In Therapy, You Should Be, Too, According To A Therapist

By Megan LaCreta

One therapist suggested in an Instagram Reel that parents who also engage in therapy see the best results for their kids.

'Tis The Season For Spending

A New Survey Finds That Parents Spend $170 For Each Child On Holiday Gifts

By Megan LaCreta

The survey also found that Gen Z parents are outspending Millennials.