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This Teacher Called Out His Male Student For Calling Another Female Student "Chopped"
If you don't know what "chopped" means, you're about to learn.
How To Do A Digital Detox As A Family
Because it's not always as easy as putting screen-time limits on phones.
Brrr Baskets Might Be The Bane Of My Existence
I thought I had Christmas presents on lock. Then my kids threw me for a holly, jolly loop.
Things To Do In Estes Park, Colorado, Because It Needs To Be On Your Must-Visit List
From mountain coasters to elk-filled meadows to the iconic Stanley Hotel, here’s everything families need to plan an unforgettable Estes Park getaway.
Bass Pro Shops Is Now *The* Place For Santa Photos
Because nestled between the bow and arrows and the Yeti coolers, there lies Santa’s Wonderland.
Trump Sent Head Start A List of 200 Words To Stop Using To Describe Their Programming
The list included words like "accessible," "diverse," 'DEI," "inclusive," and "Black."
State Prisons Are Turning Away Women After Scanners Pick Up Their Tampons
Guards demanded body scanners to cut down on contraband.
Do Vibration Plates Actually Do Anything?
Because it's giving "fat-jiggling machine" from the '80s.
Kylie Kelce Responded To Travis Kelce's Claims That He And Taylor Swift Have Never Had An Arguement
Her answer was so validating!
A Teacher Is Begging Parents To Send Their Kids To School Consistently
And she got a surprising amount of push-back from moms and dads.
Unique Gift Ideas For Delivery Drivers & Mail Carriers, If Your Neighbor Already Has A Snack Cart
Thoughtful gifts that will make their work lives better.
Safety Expert Warns AI Ads Are Making It Unsafe To Buy Things Like Car Seats Online
If you’re buying a car seat right now, go straight to the source.
Sophie Kinsella’s Books Reminded Me: I Am Enough
Her way of bringing to life flawed, messy characters who weren't afraid to be themselves healed so much for teenage me.
A Mom Discovered That When She Stopped Sending Holiday Cards, She Stopped Getting Them, Too
The first year she stopped, she got less than half the cards than usual.
The Push For A 4-Day School Week Is Rising, But What About Working Parents?
Would love for a three-day weekend to be the norm.
Kate Winslet Went On A Tirade About Botox And Weight Loss Drugs & We're Here For It
“Oh, it’s terrifying,” she said. “I think no, not you! Why?”
OpenAI CEO Says He "Couldn't Imagine" Raising His Newborn Without ChatGPT
“I mean, I feel kind of bad about it.”
9 Easy Holiday Mocktail Recipes For Entertaining Guests (Or Just Yourself)
Sometimes you just need a special bevvie.
All The Little Things I’m Doing (& Buying) This Month To Feel Extra-Festive In A Heavy Year
This year has been tough in a lot of ways, so I’m intentionally filling December with cozy little rituals and festive purchases that spark comfort and joy.
New Study Shows Girls Are Now Less Likely Than Boys To Say They Want To Get Married
Only 67% of high school senior girls expect that they’ll tie the knot in the future.
“I’m Having An Abortion & Feel Bad For Not Feeling Bad About It” & 38 Other Mom Confessions
These are our confessions. 🎶
A Stranger Used His Dad Voice On A Kid At Sam’s Club & Yes, More Of This Please
That “sit your ass down” expression is lethal, sir.
16 Movies & Shows We Watched With Our Grannies
Get yourself a heavy quilt and a bowl of popcorn and prepare to feel cozy.
The Magic Of Getting Your Kid A Gift They Weren’t Expecting
It doesn’t have to be big and it doesn’t have to be their favorite gift, but there’s so much joy in surprising them.
Brenda Song Shares The Everyday Way Macaulay Culkin Makes Her Swoon
The actress opens up about her sweet life, from traveling with the couple’s sons to her favorite traditions (and, yes, how she loves Home Alone just as much as the rest of us).
The Best Book Of Every Genre In 2025, According To Goodreads Users
Critics’ picks are one thing, but I want to know what the other laypeople liked.
Mae Whitman Reflects On Her Hallmark Holiday Series, Chosen Family, & New Motherhood
Get cozy as the Twelve Dates ‘Til Christmas star chats about the magic of filming in Ireland (with a baby!), and how the greatest gifts in life are your people.
Do You Buy Your Own Christmas Gifts?
And is it because you don’t trust your husband, or because he doesn’t even realize you have your own stocking?
A Concerned Parent Asked: What Happened To Your Kid Who Never Cared About School?
The answers were really, really encouraging.
Podcaster Parents Admit To Making Seatmate's Life "Miserable" After He Refused To Switch Seats With Them
And they were laughing while retelling this story!
RFK Jr.’s Vaccine Panel Reverses Universal Recommendation For Hepatitis B Vaccination At Birth
Pediatric health experts say the change has no basis in science.
Stranger Things’ Cara Buono Talks About *That* Season 5 Karen Wheeler Scene
Ahead of the series finale, Cara Buono — forever Hawkins’ mom — reflects on her most powerful scene yet and raising her own daughter alongside the show.
This Dad Shared His Family’s Tech Policy On TikTok & It’s The Sweetest Document On Earth
If he makes this into $10 PDF printable, best believe I’m buying it.
“I Wish My Husband Took More Pictures Of Me” & 23 Other Mom Confessions
It’s time to let it out, moms.
This Mom Has A Message For Holiday-Grinch Dads: Your Kids Will Remember How You Show Up
Age makes it clear who created the magic and who harumphed the whole month.
Halle Berry Has Harsh Words For Gavin Newsom Vetoing Menopause Bills
The legislation to increase menopause medical care and coverage had bipartisan support.
Erika Kirk Worries Women Are “Relying on the Government” For Support Instead Of Their Husbands
She specifically targeted "career-driven" women.
7 New Christmas Movies Starring ‘90s & ‘00s Icons
Because who doesn’t want to watch Melissa Joan Hart in a Christmas film?
A Mother’s Promise: How Wanda Cooper-Jones Turned Grief Into Change After Ahmaud Arbery’s Murder
The Adidas Honoring Black Excellence honoree and activist reflects on justice, resilience, and building safe spaces for the next generation of young Black men.
Travis Kelce Claims He and Taylor Swift Have “Never Once” Had An Argument During Their 2.5-Year Relationship
And...we're not sure how to feel.
This Woman Shared The Most Genius Gift To Get Your Neighbors This Holiday Season
She says it saves her so much time and money!
11 Christmas Crafts To Do With Your Big Kids
Because at least teens don’t need help with the hot glue.
Help! The Holidays Are Messing With Our Sex Life
Because nothing shuts down erotic energy faster than your mother asking where the good napkins are.
A Mom Wants To Know How & Why Some Parents Are Waiting For Hours At School Pick-Up
We hear horror stories about long pick-up times. What is going on there?
This Mom Encourages Parents To Lie About Santa Claus For As Long As They Can
She said she wishes she hadn't told her daughter the truth.
Your Brain Doesn't Reach Adulthood Until Age 32, According To A New Study
And everyone who survived their 20s said, “Amen.”
Confession: I Squirted For The First Time... At 50
Yes, I experienced two firsts at an age where a lot of people believe the fun is over.
13 Cheap Christmas Baking Recipes That Deliver The Magic & Save Some Money
‘Tis the season for sweet treats that don’t require 87 niche ingredients to make.
I Don’t Care If The Family Stone Is A ‘Bad’ Movie, I’ll Watch It Anyway
May we all be so lucky as to want just one more holiday with our family.
They’re Doing It: Australia Bans Social Media For Kids Under 16
Tech giants will face up to $32 million in fines for non-compliance.
39 Great Gifts To Give Under $25, $50, & $100
Because being thoughtful and celebrating the ones you love doesn’t have to mean breaking the budget.
23 Gifts That Will Actually Change Your Life
Scary Mommy editors share the game-changers we’d want for Christmas if we didn’t own them already.
US Military Ready To Cut Ties To Scouting America For No Longer "Cultivating Masculine Values"
The United States and the Scouts have been partners for over 100 years.
Here’s An Actually Accurate Job Description For Moms
Aka Chief Juggle Officer.
21 Gifts For Little Athletes & The Moms Who Love Them
Picks that are perfect for young athletes, plus a few to keep Mom comfy on the sidelines.
17 Gifts For Moms Who Just Want To Sit The F Down
Give her a little something that encourages her to slow down and enjoy a few minutes of peace (and zero responsibility).
Are Chromebooks Ruining Education? Teachers Are Tired Of Competing With Them, A Survey Found
What was wrong with pen and paper again?
16 Beauty Products Tweens Are Asking For This Year, According To Real Kids’ Christmas Lists
We went straight to the source.
This Woman Wants To Know If She's In The Wrong For Barring Her Sister’s Family From Coming To Thanksgiving
Her entire family has hand, foot, and mouth disease.
Angel Tree TikToks Are Going Viral, Some For Being Good & Others For Being Grinch-ey
There is, in fact, a right way to give.
How 5 Real Moms Are Standing Up To ICE In Their Neighborhoods
“Moms have empathy. They also get shit done.”
15 Great Gift Ideas That Are HSA/FSA Eligible
Bonus: They’re all literally proven to be good for you, too!
27 Things Dads Actually Want For The Holidays
Step away from the whiskey stones.
The Wellness Mom Gift Guide: 17 Editor-Loved Picks
She carries the emotional load, the mental load, and honestly, most of the literal load, too — give her something that helps lighten at least one of them.
18 Analog Gifts If You’re Craving A Digital Detox
From puzzles to paint-by-numbers to screen-free storytelling, these picks make downtime feel intentional, joyful, and actually relaxing.
13 Gifts For Your Kid’s Christmas Eve Box
Because they just need a little special somethin’ somethin’.
19 Gift Ideas For Your Kids To Give Their Friends
Because we’re avoiding crappy little toys just for the sake of giving a gift.
Police Chief Has Compassionate Response To Mom Who Lost Son With Autism To Drowning
The nonverbal 5-year-old boy eloped from home and was found in a nearby lake.
29 Family-Friendly Movies & Shows Coming To Netflix This December
We’re headed back to Hawkins, but there’s also lots of holiday content for little and big kids alike.
31 Amazon Finds Scary Mommy Editors Couldn’t Add To Cart Fast Enough This Month
The holidays are here, so we’re shopping for everything from hosting essentials to last-minute presents.
The Best Beauty Buys Of 2025, From Someone Who Tries Products For A Living
This year’s new drops (and new-to-me finds) that stood above the rest.
This New Mom Wonders How Working Parents Spend Quality Time With Their Young Kids Sleeping 7 PM To 7 AM
Seasoned parents had some very thoughtful answers for the worried mom.
A Mom Wants To Know What Happens When "Artsy" Parents Have "Sporty" Kids
And you know what, the answers are pretty heartwarming!
This Teacher Says Her High School Students Can't Even Sit Still To Watch A Movie
Her comments were filled with suggestions and... empathy.
A Beauty Editor-Approved Sephora Gift Guide For Moms Who Want Easy Holiday Wins
Overbooked and undermoisturized? This one’s for you.
Wait, Is The Family Stone Really Getting A Sequel?
Diane Keaton’s beloved holiday movie may return for a new chapter in her honor.
31 Shows Your Mom Watched In The ‘90s That You Can Stream Today
A tribute to the shows that raised us.
Woman Calls Out Out-Of-Touch Wealthy Influencers Who Can't Read The Room
“The audience are often people who are struggling to put groceries on the table. They’re struggling to pay rent,” she said.
The Dept. Of Education’s New Student Loan Borrowing Rules Leave Out Nurses
As though they didn’t just get us through a pandemic...
This Mom Wonders Why Babysitters Don't Even Clean Up The Messes *They* Made While Working
"...For $35 fricking dollars an hour!"
Well, 40% Of American Women 44 & Under Want To Leave The Country Permanently
The number has quadrupled since 2014.
“I’m Thrifting Everyone’s Gifts This Year” & 36 Other Holiday Confessions
Brace yourselves — the holidays are officially here.
This Dad Stayed Home For Five Years & Now He Resents Men Too
Most men still see themselves as the main character of the family, and this dad says that’s “bullsh*t.”
‘90s-Inspired Christmas Decorations For That Warm, Cozy Feel
Think forest greens, tinsel, talking decorations, and so much more.
This Grandma Says There's Nothing Wrong With Leaving In-Law Spouses Out Of Family Vacations
It’s okay to have family trips that don’t include every branch of the family tree.
What NOT To Say When Your Friend Is Diagnosed With Breast Cancer — & What To Say Instead
PS: Please don’t give us boob swag.
12 Cabbage Recipes That Make The Most Of Our Favorite Affordable Veggie
They’re nutritious and delicious.
Kids Don't Just Want Video Games — They Want Video Games To Play With *You*
It’s time to get some major quality time with Mario Kart.
A Mom Is Refusing To Volunteer At School This Holiday Season To Preserve Her Mental Health
“It's that time of year where my kid's school asked for a million things of parents.”
This High School Teacher Lists Things Students Do *Now* That Would Send Our High School Selves "Into A Coma"
“There is such a lack of care that goes into everything.”
So, We Have A President Who Called A Female Journalist "Piggy"
We don't need the Epstein files to know how Trump treats women...
I Secretly Fantasize About All The Men I’ve Loved Before
I never thought I’d be the kind of woman to think about other men on the regular.
‘90s Christmas Mom Traditions We Need To Bring Back
Meet me in the driveway so we can deliver Chex Mix (in festive holiday tins) to all the neighbors.
11 Cheap Recipes To Feed A Crowd, Since It’s Gathering Season
Use when the whole family’s in town and they’ll be here at 6 o’clock.
'All The Empty Rooms' Is Coming To Netflix Dec. 1, So Schedule Your Therapy Accordingly
“I wish that we could transport all Americans to stand in one of those bedrooms for just a few minutes.”
What’s “Dead Fish Sex,” & Are You Having Too Much Of It?
Lazy sex is totally normal... but if it’s become your default, experts say it may be a sign you’re in a sex rut.
The Rise Of “Orgasmic Birth”: The Science Behind Pairing Labor Pain With Pleasure
If the idea makes you raise an eyebrow… you’re not alone. But here’s what the research actually says.
There Are Way More Stay-At-Home Dads These Days
But their reasons for staying home are vastly different than for stay-at-home moms.
