A Very Scary Holiday

The 2022 Issue

Parenting
By CJ Kelsey

I'm The Grinch Mom. Come At Me.

Every year the holidays roll around, and there is one source of tension between my husband and me — holiday gift giving.

Mrs. Claus

How Many Gifts ‘Should’ A Kid Get For Christmas?

It’s a tough line to walk, but we’re here to help.

Showtime!

Yup, I Am A Pinterest Mom. This Is My Season To Shine.

I’m sorry — but I’m not THAT sorry.

Blech

We All Have That One Weird Thanksgiving Side Dish We Can’t Live Without

For better or for worse, the jello mold and the gelatinous cranberry sauce are iconic.

Grrrr

Dear Husband, I'm Grumpy During The Holidays Because Of You

My husband has thousands of great qualities. It’s just that, unfortunately, this is not the time of year when any of those shine.

Keeping Fido Safe

Can You Feed Your Dog Leftover Turkey On Thanksgiving?

There can be dangers to your pup lurking in that holiday meat, says a veterinarian.

Holiday Deals
Sponsored
By Una LaMarche

A Gift Giving Cheat Sheet For Overworked Moms Everywhere

Save money and stress this year by using these Amazon holiday hacks.

Read Before You Eat

How Long Are Leftovers Good For, Anyway? The Verdict On That Week-Old Turkey Dinner

Been There

To All The Newly Single Moms This Holiday Season

holiday cheer
By Kelly Faircloth

Actually, I Love Being A Christmas Baby

Don’t pity me!

Traditions
By Janine Annett

Chrismukkah Is Double The Work, But Also Double The Fun

I grew up celebrating both Christmas and Hanukkah, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Time to go!
By Samm Davidson

It's Hard Being The Only One In The Family With Kids During The Holidays

It feels like we bring three rings and a big top to the entire proceedings.

Magic
By Samm Davidson

I’m Navigating Christmas With A First-Time Non-Believer

At first, I was wrecked.

So how do we do this?
By Diana Park

When You And Your Ex Disagree About Christmas

Communicating with each other took out any kind of secret competition.

un-grammable moments
By Emily Lee

The Worst Holiday Traditions That No One Talks About

You can’t have the good without the bad.

Here we go again
By Samm Davidson

Oh Sh*t, It's Time For The Elf Again

The elf burnout is real.

Holiday Wishes
By Christina Crawford

As An Only Child, I Miss Big Family Gatherings At The Holidays

I miss the siblings I never had.

Winter Wonderland
By Katie Bingham-Smith

My Kids Are Too Big For Christmas Magic, And It Kinda Kills Me

It’s an adjustment, that’s for sure.

Nope
By Alexandra Frost

I Was Pushed Into Inducing Because It Was A Holiday. Never Again.

This shouldn’t happen.