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Movies Out Now: What To Go See This Weekend To Beat The Heat
A couple of picks that are fun and family-friendly, plus a few perfect for kid-free nights.
“I’m Dreading School Being Out” & 17 Other Summer Mom Confessions
It’s officially summertime, and there are a lot of mixed feelings.
10 Beach Bags On Shein To Schlep Everything You Need In Style & Affordably
You need a good comrade in arms when you’re lugging sh*t through scorching hot sand.
The "Big Beautiful Bill" Strips Child Tax Credit From Millions Of American Families
The bill would expand the credit for some while leaving many behind...
TikTok Creator Explains Why It's Legal To Hit Children But Not Adults In The U.S.
It all comes down to how we formed the country...
13 Nostalgic Movies That Hit Way Harder As A Mom
I will never recover from Grandma Wendy reminding Peter that childhood only lasts a short while.
Ask Scary Mommy: How Much Control Should Kids Have Over Their Birthday Invite List?
I want to invite my friend's son. My kid doesn't want to.
I Am A 'Goonies' Mom
There’s life going on around me but sort of without me too. And that’s the point of being a Goonies mom.
Mothering Is The Ultimate Form Of Resistance
When I feel overwhelmed, reminding myself that I'm raising three allies really feels good.
Why Do Pets Love To Puke On Rugs? An Investigation
The tile is right there...
Mom Wants Schools To Prioritize Parents' Mental Health In A Controversial TikTok
“Where is the school that has the program or the curriculum for the parents’ mental health?”
Trump Has Revoked Federal Guidance On Emergency Abortion Care First Established In 1986
EMTALA was created to enable access to emergency medical care regardless of state law. Now, the administration says it will not enforce the statute.
RFK Has Ordered The FDA To Review Baby Formula In The US
Infant formula has not been categorically re-examined in more than 25 years. Today, an expert panel met to discuss what this new evaulation might look like.
A Woman Is Stunned When Another Mom Says Her Daughter Isn’t Allowed To Befriend Boys
Their kids were besties — until the other family said they weren’t “comfortable” with the boy-girl friendship.
Meghan Markle Dancing During Labor Really Has Nothing To Do With You
But some of you are so mad about it.
These Are The 20 Best Books Of The Year, According To Amazon Editors
And there’s something for everyone.
17 Easy Last-Minute Father’s Day Dinner Ideas
Dad deserves something good to eat, but you also deserve to not be stressed about it.
Your Day Is Full Of “Time Confetti.” No Wonder You’re Fried.
Experts explain how these tiny fragments of time add up to massive stress, burnout, and emotional exhaustion.
Are You The “Default Friend” In Your Mom Circle?
Experts explain how to hand off the mental load of managing your friend group and why it matters.
How Are We Preventing Our Foundation & Concealer From Creasing? I Asked Four Professional Makeup Artists
Like, why do I look worse when I wear foundation now?
This Might Just Be The Only Serum You’ll Ever Need
For morning and night, for hydration and protection...she’s everything.
27 Retro Baby Names From The ‘70s & ‘80s We Need To Bring Back
A baby girl named Nancy? I mean, come on.
15+ Summer Hair Accessories That Make It Look Like You Have Your Sh*t Together
The perfect additions to your hair arsenal for patio drinks with the girls, family vacays, and sweaty errands.
12 Recipes To Use Up The Heavy Cream Carton In Your Refrigerator Door
Whether you have a cup or just a couple tablespoons.
Need a New Mystery Obsession? Try These Shows Like 'High Potential
Funny women, quirky crimes, and emotional arcs — these series scratch the same itch.
Teens Who Drink With Parental Supervision More Likely To Drink More As Young Adults
Apparently, “I’d rather you drink in the house” isn’t a great harm reduction strategy.
Government Shuts Down Job Corps, Leaving Tens Of Thousands Of Students Unsure Of The Future
The 61-year-old program helped underserved youth earn their GED, learn a trade, & have a place to live.
A Dad Says His Son Wants To Be A "Flower Boy" But His Fiancée Says No
The bride’s vision and the dad’s desire to help his son get excited about his marriage is at an impasse.
'Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale' Trailer Is Officially Here & You Might Cry
The franchise found a sweet way to pay homage to Dame Maggie Smith, too.
How Often Should Couples Kiss?
Whether you only kiss each other during more intimate moments or you’re a constant kiss-on-the-cheek couple, are you doing it enough?
People Are Sharing What Their Parents Did To Strengthen The Relationships With Their Kids
One Redditor wanted to do better than their parents in raising their child and the internet gave them some excellent pointers.
In Defense Of The Parents Who Took Their New Baby On Vacation & Left Toddler Home
Try to see it from their perspective...
60 Baby Names Banned In Other Countries That Are Popular In The U.S.
Some of America’s most popular picks simply wouldn’t fly overseas.
19 New Family-Friendly Movies & Shows To Watch On Netflix In June
There’s something fresh for everyone this month.
Magnesium Has Been A Game Changer For My Anxiety & Sleep
I’ve never felt more rested and clear-headed at night.
I Was Intimidated By American Eagle As A Teen & Now It’s Where I Buy My Mom Clothes
There’s something incredibly empowering in that.
Is An Open Marriage The Answer?
We're great friends and co-parents but our sex life is long dead. But neither of us want a divorce. What now?
Why We Get So Attached To Fictional Characters, & What It Says About Us
Me: “They’re not real people.” Also me: devastated for 3 days straight 😭
Why We Should Be Calling Girls "Fancy" & Not "Beautiful" When They Dress Up
It’s a subtle but important nuance!
New Jersey Law Would Give Parents Paid Time Off For School Events
Too often, parents have to choose between losing money or losing memories: this law would change that.
'Hacks' Was Just Renewed For A Fifth Season!
Thank goodness we get to spend more time with Deborah and Ava.
25 Romantasy Baby Names Actually Being Used In The U.S.
Your preschooler is going to have a best friend named Azriel.
The Most Underrated Disney Hero Isn’t A Princess — It’s Nani Pelekai
With the live-action Lilo & Stitch getting rave reviews, let’s give big sis Nani the flowers she’s always deserved.
Being the “Vacation Wife” Is Exhausting — & It’s Time to Talk About It
Feel like every trip with your family just means more work for you? Here’s how to not feel totally resentful about it.
Here’s What Parents Are Doing To Protect Their Boys From Red Pilling
“Y’all don’t know it, but y’all have really weird people living in your homes.”
Is It OK If I’m Not Best Friends With My Spouse?
Marriage therapists explain when being besties with your partner is healthy, and when it’s cause for concern.
Does Staring Blankly At The Wall Count As Meditation?
Asking for my overburdened nervous system.
A New Study Shows Just How Terribly Mothers’ Mental Health Is Declining In The U.S.
Dads aren’t doing well either, but they’re doing better than moms.
Teens Are “Fambushing” Their Parents — & It’s One TikTok Trend You’ll Actually Love
Even if it costs you an extra meal at the Mexican restaurant.
Why Secrets Shouldn't Exist Between Grandparents & Their Grandchildren
“Don’t be the grandparent who teaches your grandchild their first lesson in deception.”
Ask Scary Mommy With Special Guest Alyce Chan
Get all the best parenting advice from @momcomnyc in this special edition of Ask Scary Mommy.
I Was ‘Caspered’ By My Best Friend & I Don’t Know Why
It’s not as cut and dry as “ghosting” but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t hurt.
“Weed Has Saved My Sex Life” & 18 Other Mom Confessions
May tried to kill us, but the moms are coping. (Somehow.)
25 Amazon Finds Scary Mommy Editors Are Raving About This Month
From a dopamine-inducing Bogg Bag to vibe-y smart lights, here’s our May haul.
When Do We Stop Enforcing A Curfew For Adult Kids?
It’s going to happen one day... but it is not this day...
23 Safe Haven Baby Names, From Avalon To Solace
They’re soft and soothing and just so perfect.
Ask Scary Mommy: Adulting Big Time With Caitlin Murray
In Ask Scary Mommy, @bigtimeadulting answers lots of juicy questions about parenting.
Is A 'Lilo & Stitch' Live-Action Sequel Already In The Works?
What a Hawaiian roller coaster ride.
Do Salmon Sperm Facials Really Work, Or Have We Simply Strayed Too Far From God’s Light?
Yep, you read that correctly.
Ask Scary Mommy With Special Guest Neha Ruch
This week, our parenting advice column welcomes Neha Ruch to give all of her best suggestions and ideas to our readers.
Apparently, This Summer's Hottest Trend Is A 'Handmaid's Tale' Bonnet
The Internet is up in arms over a boutique selling bonnets straight out of Gilead.
What Netflix’s 'Sirens' Gets Right About How Going No-Contact Affects A Family
Devon stayed. Simone left. Both were right — and both were still wrecked.
Trump Administration Proposes Ending Child-Care Program For Parents In College
Earning a degree is particularly challenging for parents, and since the late-’90s, CCAMPIS has helped by providing on-campus care. Now it’s on the chopping block.
9 Pairs Of White Sneakers You’ll Never Want To Take Off
‘Cause nothing screams summer like a crisp white pair of kicks.
Is A Chaos Garden Really As Simple As It Sounds?
Yup. And it can be even simpler if you want.
If Enemies-To-Lovers Is Your Favorite Trope, Read These 9 Highly-Rated Titles
Sorry, the tension is just incomparable.
High Schoolers Are Pulling Off The Most Wholesome Senior Prank This Year
(Custodians across the country breathe a sigh of relief...)
'The Handmaid’s Tale' May Be Over, But Gilead’s Story Isn’t
With The Testaments spinoff officially on the horizon, The Handmaid’s Tale finale laid the groundwork for the next fight against Gilead.
What Does RFK's MAHA Report Say About Our Kids? We Read It So You Don't Have To.
The report makes a lot of good points about American food production and environmental concerns, but often reaches unproven conclusions based upon questionable science.
Parents Share What They Did With Their First Kid That They'd Never Do With Their Second
There is some really, really good advice in here!
11 Recipes To Use Up That Giant Tub Of Greek Yogurt In Your Fridge
From breakfast to dessert, you can use yogurt in so many ways.
My Pubic Hair Is Gone & I’m Devastated
In all the years of shaving, I never thought that one day my pubic hair could, on all its own, just disappear.
Why You Need To Make A Summer Bucket List For Yourself
It's your summer, too, and you don't want to feel like you missed it once September comes.
12 Frozen Treats You’ll Want To Stockpile This Summer
From nostalgic classics to brand-new fruity, creamy, and chocolatey finds, these frozen treats are everything you want when the temps start to rise.
FDA Has Changed Covid Vaccine Policy, Some Fear Decreased Access & Uptake
Experts fear the move will leave communities more vulnerable.
I Thought I Was Just Tired. Turns Out I Was Touch-Averse From All The Overstimulation.
Being a parent in 2025 demands more than our nervous systems are meant to handle.
Kourtney Kardashian Thinks Sending Kids to School Is "So Dated"
Her sister, Khloé, agreed with the interesting take.
What Is Italian Brainrot & Why Are Your Kids Obsessed With It?
Do not, and we cannot stress this enough, overthink it.
Does Sunscreen Expire? Actually, Yeah & Here’s How To Tell Yours Needs Replacing
This doesn’t smell like coconuts anymore...
The Covid Kindergartners Are Now Off To Middle School
And honestly, it feels huge.
I’ve Been Dubbed “The Worst Sports Mom”
At least I’m killing it at something.
Erika Dus Does It All For Her Daughter
The millennial Instagrammer gets real with Scary Mommy about politics, becoming a mother, and Jordan Catalano.
How To Stock A Pantry That Makes Weeknight Dinners Way Easier
Experts share their go-to staples, organizing tips, and more.
New Survey Finds Teens Are Weirdly Into Brands From The Early 2000s
Grab your Uggs and your Bath & Body Works spray...
More & More Parents Only Want To Host Sleepovers — But They Won’t Send Their Kids To One
“Why I should be expected to trust people to watch my kids when they wouldn't trust me to watch theirs?”
Aerosol Sunscreens Aren’t The Best For Our Health. Here’s What Derms Use Instead.
Plus, tips on applying spray sunscreen safely, because sometimes it’s all your kids will allow.
Is The "Soft Life" Trend Compatible With Modern Motherhood?
I, too, would like to lie in the grass and stare at the clouds, but we've got soccer practice to get to.
Summer Can Suck It
Sorry not sorry, but not everyone loves the season.
Are Micro-Resentments Wrecking Your Relationship? Experts Explain How To Address Even The Smallest Complaints
Because it’s never just about them not doing the dishes.
You Don't Have To Be Alone To Take Time For Self Care
“Alone time” and “self care” are often seen as synonymous. But this mom argues that doesn’t always have to be the case.
A Virginia Law Is Set To Limit Kids' Screen Time To An Hour A Day
On January 1, 2026, kids will need their parents permission to go beyond that state-wide limit.
Toddler & His Mom Ask "Workmans" on TikTok If They Take Naps
And the workmans (and work ladies) were quick to tell him the truth...
The Hidden Cost Of Being A Cycle-Breaker
Here’s what experts say about the invisible weight of generational healing, and how to carry it without crumbling.
The Surprising Supplement Dietitians Say All Women Over 40 Should Take
Creatine isn’t just for body builders, apparently.
How To Teach Your Child Water Safety Skills At Home
Because swim lessons aren’t always accessible for all families.
The New Virtue Names Becoming Popular In America, From Truce To Legacy
Goodbye, Hope and Faith. Hello, Harmony and Legacy.
10 Ground Turkey Recipes, Because You Have Protein Goals To Meet
Brb, buying ingredients for turkey-chili-smothered sweet potatoes.
