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Church/State -- Potato/Potahto
By Jamie Kenney

Supreme Court Rules LGBTQ+ Books In Schools Should Require Parental Notification

Opponents have decried the ruling as a “slippery slope” that erodes the separation of church and state.

No Healthcare For You
By Jamie Kenney

SCOTUS Rules States Can Block Funding To Planned Parenthood

South Carolina argued that any money to the family planning organization effectively supports abortion.

real talk
By Molly Wadzeck

An Unexpected Upside Of Divorce? Scheduled Alone Time

And I don’t feel guilty about it anymore.

chomp chomp
By Samantha Darby

When Is Shark Week 2025?

Here’s when you can catch sharks swimming, eating, and... dancing.

Cool your jets, for starters
By Katie McPherson

8 Therapist-Approved Ways To Argue With Your Spouse

It’s normal to fight, but you could probably be doing it better.

Tiny Joys, Big Impact
By Shyema Azam

5 Little Rituals That Make Me Feel Human Again As A Mom

Sometimes we need more than just a pat on the back.

Two & Through
By Jamie Kenney

Do Parents Ever Regret That Second Child?

“I feel tired all the time.”

Fresh Air
By Jamie Kenney

Want To Improve Student Outcomes? Fix The A.C.

A study from the University of Albany found that HVAC improvements correlated with better math scores and attendance.

They're called boundaries
By Katie McPherson

Is It OK To Teach My Kid They Don't Have To Be Friends With Everyone?

Experts agree it’s not only acceptable, but necessary.

Whatever Works, right?
By Samantha Darby

“My Husband & I Prefer Masturbation To Sex”

A mom just like us — comparing prices at the grocery store, cheering at the baseball field three times a week, running PTA meetings — shares her sex story, no matter how “boring” or “shocking” it may be.

Shhh 🤫
By Samantha Darby

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

We’re all hot and sweaty and overstimulated, so let’s air out some mom confessions.

Summer reads
By Katie McPherson

16 Summer Books For Kids Trending On Goodreads Right Now

Kid-approved titles that’ll keep them turning pages.

fun moms only
By Kate Auletta

Come Inside Scary Mommy's Rowan Ear Piercing Event

Scary Mommy hosted a moms' night out piercing party earlier this month.

🌴 Add to Cart 🌴
By Julie Sprankles

Amazon Finds Scary Mommy Editors Are Raving About This Month — Beach Edition!

From retro-inspired beach chairs to sweat-proof beauty finds, these MVPs are getting us through the start-of-summer chaos.

Another Kind Of Milestone
By Jill Layton

Our Same-Sex Marriage Didn’t Last, But The Right To Marry Still Matters

Marriage equality means divorce equality, too.

Living the dream
By Samantha Darby

13 Delicious & Easy Snacks To Eat Poolside Or At The Beach

Just get your cooler and toss them in.

Tracking Health
By Jamie Kenney

RFK Says Wearable Devices Will Help Make America Healthy Again

The HHS secretary praised continuous glucose monitors in particular, declaring their effect on health “miraculous.”

*ahhhhh*
By Katie McPherson

I Booked A Solo Reading Retreat & Yes, It Was Everything I Hoped It’d Be

This is a social media trend worth doing IRL.

Goodbye Boredom
By Samantha Darby

14 Podcasts Perfect For Summer Road Trips

These will keep you going on the drive — and open up tons of discussion for your fellow passengers.

indoor entertainment, please
By Katie McPherson

34 New Family-Friendly Movies & Shows To Watch On Netflix In July

Did you say Happy Gilmore 2?!

More, Please
By Julie Sprankles

Could We Were Liars Season 2 Happen? Here’s What We Know (& What We Suspect)

One particular scene may actually be a huge hint.

Vaccines Cause Adults
By Jamie Kenney

Vaccine Efforts Have Slowed Or Reversed Over The Past 15 Years, According To New Study

WHO’s vaccination efforts have saved millions of children’s lives. So why are countries balking now?

over it
By Katie Bingham-Smith

I Have Cellulite & I Wear Cheeky Bathing Suits

At my age, I’m done caring.

No Mosquitoes, Just Mischief
By Julie Sprankles

The Best Summer Camp Movies To Watch From The Comfort Of Your A/C

Hilarity, heart, and hijinks = peak summer vibes.

*subtly scratches*
By Samantha Darby

Why Are My Nipples So Itchy?

And how exactly are we supposed to scratch them?

Herd immunity, people!
By Katie McPherson

Should Adults Update Their Measles Vaccine? In Some Cases, Yes

Experts explain how to tell if your immunity is holding up.

Build Me Up, Buttercup!
By Jamie Kenney

Unconventional Ways To Teach Your Child To Be Kind To Themselves

You don’t have to be all “touchy-feely” to teach your child to have a healthy self-image.

Oops! They're Doing It Again!
By Jamie Kenney

Millennial Parents Are Bringing Back '90s Baby Names

Generation Beta is basically a ‘90s reboot — in baby names at least.

Not Today, Satan
By Team Scary Mommy

11 Red-Pill Influencers To Watch Out For, If You Hear Your Kid Mention Their Names

Brb, Googling “how to block the manosphere forever.”

All The Summer Flavors
By Samantha Darby

13 Easy, Fresh Summer Dinners That Don’t Require An Oven

Because we don’t need any extra heat right now.

What Do We Want...?!
By Jamie Kenney

How To Talk To Your Kids About Protests

“This isn’t a lecture: it’s a conversation.”

"Five more minutes? Please?!"
By Jamie Kenney

When It Comes To Kids' Mental Health, It's Not The Screens, It's How They Use Them

A new study found that addictive screen use, rather than the duration of screen time, was linked to poorer mental health outcomes.

Roe v. World
By Jamie Kenney

Abortion Clinics Are Closing Across The Country, & Not Just In Red States

Since 2022, the U.S. has seen a net loss of 71 clinics with federal funding freezes threatening more.

*Eye Roll*
By Samantha Darby

Please Stop Saying "Just Wait" To Moms Of Tween Girls

You really don’t have to steal our joy.

*Goes back indoors*
By Katie McPherson

These Are The Most Common Summer Sex Mishaps, According To Experts

Bug bites in intimate areas? No thank you...

Cousins Beach Energy
By Julie Sprankles

Still Not Over Belly & The Boys? Watch These 10 Shows That Feel Like The Summer I Turned Pretty

Whether you’re here for the love triangle, the family secrets, or the dreamy coastal vibes, these shows deliver.

Throwbacks
By Katie McPherson

These Forgotten ‘90s Kids Shows Will Make You Feel Like You Traveled Back In Time

Plus, a couple sitcoms you caught glimpses of while your mom had control of the remote.

we need to talk
By Sarah Aswell

What Should I Do When My Kid Uses "Autistic" As An Insult?

You need to have a talk. Here's what to say.

Moms IRL
By Kate Auletta

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

The High School Musical star and mom of two talked with Scary Mommy about music, kids' books, and interior design.

hard pass
By Anonymous

Whatever Happened To The Simple Family Vacations Of My Past?!

My kids wanted an epic summer trip. I couldn’t – and wouldn’t – deliver.

Decisions, Decisions...
By Jamie Kenney

Parents Debate Which Bathroom A Dad Should Take His Daughter To

Everybody poops, but where should you bring your kid to poop is the question...?

Let It Go
By Jamie Kenney

In Defense Of A Feral Child Summer

“I let them destroy the house ... I don’t care.”

Show Me The Money!
By Jamie Kenney

A Case Against Chore Charts

Paid chores can teach responsibility... but what else are they teaching?

Dinner inspo
By Katie McPherson

9 Easy Chuck Roast Recipes That Aren’t Pot Roast Or Beef Stew

There’s gotta be something more we can do with these things.

Pass The Snacks
By Samantha Darby

9 Moms Share How They Get Their Kids To Open Up & Talk

Sometimes it’s as simple as a Lego set.

Rebel Moms
By Elliott Harrell

Mahjong Threatened To Tear Our Neighborhood Apart

Who knew moms playing mahjong would expose the double standards around hobbies, childcare, and what women are "allowed" to do with their free time?

hang on, buying
By Kate Auletta

Outdoor Toys Your Kids (& You) Will Be Obsessed With

Want to get your kids off screens this summer? Try some of these.

☀️ ☀️ ☀️
By Samantha Darby

11 Ways To Celebrate Summer Solstice & Open Your Heart For The Season

We’ve all got a bit of witch in us, right?

infidelity
By Katie McPherson

Experts Say More People Are Having Emotional Affairs. Here’s What To Do If It Happens To You.

Here’s why they start and how they should end, if you want to move forward together.

Holding It Together
By Samantha Darby

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

From health scares to financial worries, the moms are juggling the weight of the world on their shoulders.

Love Him, But Still
By Julie Sprankles

It's Not Just You. We're All Mad At Our Husbands.

Therapists say it’s common — and completely valid — for moms to feel simmering resentment in marriage.

omg pls halp
By Katie McPherson

Cleaning Pros Share Their Favorite Shortcuts For Saving Time & Sanity

Anyone else sick of cleaning for hours every Sunday and still not catching up?

The Gay Agenda Is Survival
By Jamie Kenney

Trump Administration Ends LGBTQ+ Suicide Prevention Service

For three years, the government has recognized the unique needs of queer youth. That ends July 17.

Boys Will Be Boys
By Jamie Kenney

Reddit Shares The Dumbest Things “Real Men” Refuse To Do

We cannot imagine being this fragile.

Children Will Listen
By Jamie Kenney

What Your Kids Learn When You Judge Other People

“Even if your caregiver’s judgments weren’t directed at you, the behavior shapes how you see relationships.”

ouch
By Diana Park

Men Don’t Look At Me When I’m With My 20-Year-Old Daughter. This Is What That Feels Like

I’ve had a few moments, flickers really, that something has passed, that I’m a little invisible.

Free The Teens
By Jamie Kenney

Parents Aren’t Letting Their Teens Spread Their Wings On Vacations — And It’s Hurting Their Development

A new survey from indicates that most parents are uneasy about letting their teens explore alone while on trips.

hair loss
By Katie McPherson

What Do Hair Loss Experts Really Think About Nutrafol?

It’s a big investment. So, is it worth it?

Deep Breath
By Samantha Darby

Are You Setting Boundaries... Or Just Withdrawing Because You're Overwhelmed?

Whether you’re setting them with a family member or a friend, it’s important to figure out exactly what you need.

The Lessons We Carry
By Julianka Bell

On Juneteenth — & Every Day — I Honor The Enduring Resistance Of Black Motherhood

We’re no longer picking cotton, but the pressure to produce at all costs hasn’t disappeared.

Come On, Barbie, Let's Go Party
By Jamie Kenney

Play-Doh Barbie Is The Crossover We Didn't Know We Were Missing

The two iconic brands have come together to inspire new ways to play.

a great injustice
By Katie McPherson

Why Are My Lips Losing Pigment With Age?

Remember waking up and just... looking alive? Yeah, me too.

SOS
By Samantha Darby

Are We Emotionally Outsourcing Too Much of Our Parenting To Social Media?

Parenting advice on the internet is great, but are we forgetting about our own intuition?

The Kids Are All Right
By Jamie Kenney

Kids On Roblox Are Protesting ICE

While other kids are cosplaying as ICE...

Mood Boosters
By Julie Sprankles

A Huge List Of Palate-Cleanser Shows To Cheer You Up After Literally Anything Heavy

Whether you just binge-watched something dark or your day was an emotional dumpster fire, these feel-good shows are the perfect reset.

RIP
By Samantha Darby

I Wish My Tween Had The American Girl Magazine

The magazine was hugely formative for me as a kid — and now as a mom.

Endorphins Forever ❤️
By Samantha Darby

“Going To The Gym With My Husband Completely Changed Our Sex Life”

A mom just like us — comparing prices at the grocery store, cheering at the baseball field three times a week, running PTA meetings — shares her sex story, no matter how “boring” or “shocking” it may be.

Delish & Nutrish
By Katie McPherson

11 Black Bean Recipes For Affordable High-Protein Meals

Is there anything the humble black bean can’t do?

Shut Up & Take My Money
By Jamie Kenney

Halloween Is Months Away, But At Michael's It's Already Summerween

BRB, buying everything.

Aiden/Aidan/Aidin/Aydyn
By Jamie Kenney

When You Combine Alternate Spellings, These Are The *Real* Top Baby Names

If you thought Aiden had fallen by the wayside, think again...

Where's My Village?
By Alexandra Frost

Moms Aren’t Broken — They’re Lonely

Why so many moms feel isolated, and what we can do about it.

They're perfect
By Katie McPherson

These 29 Baby Names Sound Good In English & Spanish

For bilingual families who want the sounds and meanings to translate.

This is hard
By Heather Kauffman

My Daughter’s Diagnosis Changed The Way I See the World— & What I Expect From It

She wasn’t just going to be navigating her own differences, she was going to be doing it in a world that wasn’t designed with her in mind.

Sexy or Just Sticky?
By Brianne Hogan

Would You Try “Vabbing”? TikTok’s Favorite DIY *Perfume* Trend Explained

Can dabbing vaginal fluid on your wrists and neck really boost attraction? Or is it just gross? We unpack the internet trend with a sex educator.

Star Baker Award
By Samantha Darby

13 Father’s Day Desserts To Impress The Dad In Your Life

And make him feel all the joy of childhood.

Thanks, Science!
By Jamie Kenney

FDA Approves New RSV Antibody For Infants — Here’s What To Know

The respiratory is the #1 cause of infant hospitalization in the U.S.

*Dial Up Sounds Intensify*
By Jamie Kenney

People Are Sharing The Childhood Sounds Younger Generations Will Never Hear

Oh, the squeaky sound of the AIM chat door opening!

Trust Your Gut
By Kris Ann Valdez

My Instincts Were Screaming Something Was Wrong With My Daughter. I Wish I’d Listened Sooner.

I was afraid of being the mom who made a fuss. But sometimes, fuss is what saves a life.

there goes the neighborhood
By Sarah Aswell

Ask Scary Mommy: Should I Let My Kindergartener Play With Older Neighborhood Kids This Summer?

What happens when you let your kid run with an older crowd?

*whispers* you still look hot
By Katie McPherson

How To Solve For Wrinkly Lips When You’re *Of A Certain Age* (Ugh)

I don’t mind my lip wrinkles, but I’d rather not emphasize them.

It's Too Hot For This
By Samantha Darby

Summer Sex Drive Dip: Is The Heat Affecting Your Libido?

There are a few reasons why you might not feel as in-the-mood during the summer.

Shhhh 🤫
By Samantha Darby

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

Sometimes you’ve just gotta let it out.

Better Get On It
By Julie Sprankles

Where To Buy Nintendo Switch 2 — But Beware, They’re Going Fast

The new gaming console is in hot demand.

sparks can still fly
By Katie McPherson

How To Have Spontaneous Sex When Your Partner Has ED

And why you might not want to make spontaneity your only goal.

Fun In The Sun
By Jamie Kenney

Dermatologist Gives Sun Protection Advice To Skincare "C Students"

There’s no such thing as a good skin cancer, but there are some spots that fare far worse than most.

keep it moving
By Jen McGuire

‘AJLT’’s Aidan Gets Parenting A Teen All Wrong

Oh Aidan, you’re not the white knight dad you pretend to be.

Not FY
By Katie McPherson

Your Teen’s Skincare FYP Could Do Way More Harm Than Good

Researchers pretended to be 13-year-olds on Tik Tok. The skincare advice they got raises red flags with experts.

"Breathe... Just Breathe"
By Kelly Schremph

27 Years Later, 'Ever After' May Still Be The Best Live-Action Fairy Tale

Bibbidi-bobbidi-boo, who?

No Book Logs Needed
By Samantha Darby

9 Books Recommended By Tweens

Add these to your summer reading list.

don't forget the sunscreen
By Samantha Darby

Which Iconic Summer Movie Are You, Based On Your Zodiac Sign?

We see you, vacation-planning Cancers (aka Clark W. Griswold).

Mom & Marketing Genius
By Jamie Kenney

The Secret To Parenting A Toddler: Rebranding (We'll Explain)

If you’ve ever seen Bluey, you know how it works...

Should You Throw In The (Dish) Towel?
By Jamie Kenney

Parents On Reddit Want To Know: When Do You Phase Out Family Dinners?

What is the balance between promoting family togetherness and letting teens do their own thing?

Kids v Guns
By Jamie Kenney

Weak Gun Laws Are Tied To Increased Child Gun Deaths In U.S.

Guns violence — assault, accidents, and suicide — have been the leading cause of child death in the U.S. for years, and lax gun laws make it worse.

step aside
By Katie McPherson

46 Main Character Baby Names That Sound Absolutely Magnetic

Like yes, I do want to know everything about Otto and Suki.

They're more a-peel-ing
By Katie McPherson

11 Recipes To Use Up Bananas That Aren't Banana Bread

Because yes, that already came to mind.

you read that right
By Meg Raby

I Had A Hysterectomy, Felt Like A New Woman, Then Tore My Vagina. Twice.

It really felt like my body was mocking me.

brr, it's cold in here
By Katie McPherson

The 2000s Teen Movies That Raised Us

Torrance Shipman, Cady Heron, Mia Thermopolis — we salute you.

Different Pages
By Julie Sprankles

What Happens To A Marriage When One Person Grows... & The Other Doesn’t?

What therapists, attorneys, and relationship experts say to do when it feels like you’re evolving and your partner isn’t.

We Will Rock You
By Jamie Kenney

Moms Are Sharing What Surprised Them Most Postpartum & They Get Really Real

Honestly, we don’t talk enough about it.

Let Them Eat Trump Accounts
By Jamie Kenney

"Trump Accounts" Offer $1,000 For Babies Amid Massive Social Spending Cuts

Babies born during Trump’s second term would automatically get savings accounts to help them as young adults... but many would lose medical and nutrition services.