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Atmospheric burning candle shape of pumpkin and candle in amber glass jar, cozy plaid, autumn leaves...
it's the great pumpkin debate
By Samantha Darby

How Early Is Too Early To Start Decorating For Fall? 13 Moms Weigh In

What 13 moms really think about everyone’s fall decorating opinions.

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29 August Amazon Finds Scary Mommy Editors Can’t Stop Talking About

What we’re loving this month, from beauty hits to new tech.

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.)

Dog biting and tearing apart a cardboard box. Playful and chaotic moment full of energy. Great for p...
Bad Boy

Do Dogs Know When They're In Trouble?

Because those big guilty eyes seem to say, “Yes, I ate the remote even though I know I’m not supposed to.”

*Evil Wicked Laugh Here*

The Bath & Body Works Disney Villains Collection Is Gothic Glamour

And I can’t decide which creepy power-hungry icon I love more.

Joanna Gaines  at Build Studio in New York City.
fly away

Joanna Gaines Is Talking About Her Emptying Nest & Making Us All Cry

The Magnolia mogul is sending her two oldest to college this week.

it's the great pumpkin debate
By Samantha Darby

How Early Is Too Early To Start Decorating For Fall? 13 Moms Weigh In

What 13 moms really think about everyone’s fall decorating opinions.

*Add to Cart*
By Julie Sprankles

29 August Amazon Finds Scary Mommy Editors Can’t Stop Talking About

What we’re loving this month, from beauty hits to new tech.

A+ For Creativity
By Samantha Darby

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

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

Bad Boy
By Samantha Darby

Do Dogs Know When They're In Trouble?

Because those big guilty eyes seem to say, “Yes, I ate the remote even though I know I’m not supposed to.”

*Evil Wicked Laugh Here*
By Samantha Darby

The Bath & Body Works Disney Villains Collection Is Gothic Glamour

And I can’t decide which creepy power-hungry icon I love more.

fly away
By Sarah Aswell

Joanna Gaines Is Talking About Her Emptying Nest & Making Us All Cry

The Magnolia mogul is sending her two oldest to college this week.

Raising Readers
By Samantha Darby

What Librarians Want You To Do At Home With Your Kids To Foster A Love Of Reading

It’s easier than you think.

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By Katie McPherson

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

Love you so much but STOP YOWLING.

SOS: Sweating Over Sleep
By Julie Sprankles

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.

Sad Beige Childhood
By Jamie Kenney

This Mom Doesn’t Get All The Hate For The “Sad Beige Baby” Aesthetic

“I understand why people fall down the beige pipeline...”

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