My Husband Has Let Himself Go & It's Bad
He’s not the man I married, and I desperately want the old version back.
Let’s Confess Some Joy This Week
In the latest Confessions roundup, 12 moms share their happy little secrets and joyful moments.
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.
The Wheel Of Feels
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22 Things To Buy For Your Home (& Self!) For A Spring Reset
It’s very nearly spring, so it’s time to do a little shopping.
When Should You Let Your Kid Get The Puppy They’ve Been Begging For?
And is a puppy really what they need for their first go-round?
13 Books Recommended By Taylor Swift Herself
Your next read is on the pop star’s shelf.
My Husband Has ADHD. Should That Make Me the Default Parent?
When carrying the mental load comes by default.
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.
The New I Know What You Did Last Summer Trailer Just Dropped — & Fine, I’ll Watch The Movie
New Study Finds Maternal Affection Between Ages 5 & 10 Sets Children Up For Success
Our obligatory family dinner didn’t happen this week & I’m thrilled
My daughter’s emotional decline has me feeling like a failure of a mom
I don’t know how we’re going to mentally survive this year
My husband’s breath is disgusting and I can’t handle it anymore
I want to leave my husband but I don’t want to split time with the kids so I can’t leave...
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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.
Danielle Moné Truitt Brings Eldest Daughter Energy To Organized Crime — & We’re Here For It
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I’ve Used This Moisturizer For 10 Years Because Nothing Compares
The Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream has been my ride or die for the last decade, despite me constantly trying to find a cheaper alternative.
I Moonlighted As A Small Town Matchmaker. Here's What I Learned.
I started to really believe I was good at this even though my own dating life had ground to a complete halt.
I Tried Watching Porn With My Husband
And I learned that stepping out of my sexual comfort zone at this point in life is not only a good thing, but might be necessary.
Why Do I Drool When I Sleep? An Expert’s Answer
A little bit of drool is totally normal — but there are ways to reduce this nighttime annoyance.
12 Salmon Recipes That Work With Fresh, Frozen, Or Canned Fish
They’re delicious, nutritious, and quick to make.
How To Handle It When Your Kid’s Afraid Of Throwing Up
Because there’s no running from vomit, friend.
8 Girl Power Movies That Still Hold Up
Show these to your daughter for a dose of nostalgia mixed with feel-good girl energy.
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I Froze My Eggs & I Don't Know How Or When To Use Them
With 16 frozen eggs sitting on ice, I’ve been wondering... how are they?
Dad-Core Baby Names Are The Newest Gender-Neutral Naming Trend For Girls
And they are seriously cute.
My Miscarriage Almost Got Me Uninvited From A Baby Shower — Why I'm Glad I Went Anyway
Even if I’d chosen not to go, I would have wanted the option.
The Baby Gifts To Give Again & Again (& Again)
These are the gifts we give to our new mom friends as — shall we say — the real parenting favorites.
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.
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.
