Julie Sprankles

Julie Sprankles is the Deputy Editor of Lifestyle & Entertainment at Scary Mommy and Romper. In her role, she commissions content pertaining to pregnancy, parenting, family life, health and wellness, movies and TV, books, music, home, food, pets, and travel. Please pitch her for Lifestyle here, Entertainment here, and Personal Stories here!

Julie started her career in media as an editorial assistant for a home and design magazine, rising to editor-in-chief in her first year. She remained in that role for five years before shifting full-time to freelance. She then promptly packed up her husband, two children, and two oversized rescue dogs to roll around the U.S. in an RV for three years.

An award-winning journalist and editor, Julie has bylines on Bustle, HuffPost, USA Today, Yahoo, SheKnows, National Geographic, MSN, Business Insider, and more. She’s also enjoyed hammering out copy for major brands along the way, including Target, Levi’s, Land Rover, Keurig, Lowe’s, and CMT.

In her spare time, Julie enjoys extolling the virtues of the Oxford comma, being on the water, beating everyone at Mario Kart, and listening to way too many true crime podcasts.

Learn more at her LinkedIn profile here.

With Mogwai Comes Much Responsibility

'80s Babies, Rejoice — We’re Finally Getting Gremlins 3

By Julie Sprankles

And the original writer is on board.

Must-Watch

Are We Getting Another Season Of High Potential Or What?

By Julie Sprankles

More Morgan Gillory, please!

Attention, Nintendo Fans!

Are Mario Kart 9 & The Switch 2 Dropping Soon? Your First Look Is Here

By Julie Sprankles

Dear gamer gods, thank you kindly. 2025 is looking up.

Exclusive

Ernie Hudson Would Like To Star In A Romantic Comedy Next, Please & Thank You

By Julie Sprankles

The Ghostbusters icon fills us in on his latest role, what he thinks about being dubbed a thirst trap, and more.

It Me

Wait... Do I Have ADHD? 10 Sneaky Signs, According To Therapists & Neurology Specialists

By Julie Sprankles

These indicators are important but often overlooked.

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11 New Family Movies To Watch While Everyone’s Home On Holiday Break

By Julie Sprankles

Three cheers for quality time that includes rest and snacks.

Birdwatching, Breadmaking, & Beyond

30 Gifts For Moms Happily In Their Homebody Era

By Julie Sprankles

She may be “boring,” but she’s content AF.

Ah, Memories

10 Parenting Editors Share The Toys That Got The Most Use In Their Homes

By Julie Sprankles

Here's what we loved!

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34 Gifts For Moms Whose Favorite Form Of Therapy Is Travel

By Julie Sprankles and Scary Mommy Editors

You can never go wrong with travel gifts, TBH.

Add It To Your Annual Rotation

Ben Stiller’s Nutcrackers Is One Of The Most Heartfelt New Holiday Movies In Years

By Julie Sprankles

And it has a lot to do with the real-life brothers who costar.

let's chat

Allie Kuch Gets Real About Making Friends As A New Mom

By Julie Sprankles

The podcaster and sports wife talks to Scary Mommy about the postpartum period, negative self-talk, and more.

All Paws on Deck

NFL QB Brock Purdy Getting A PAW Patrol “Pup Talk” Is So Frickin’ Wholesome

By Julie Sprankles

The San Francisco 49ers player shows kids it’s normal to feel overwhelmed sometimes.

mom we love

Yes, Marla Sokoloff Is As Cool As You Want Her To Be

By Julie Sprankles

The Full House actor wrote and stars in *that* new Chad Michael Murray Christmas movie.

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Ian Harding Reveals The Classic Holiday Movie That Scarred Him For Life

By Julie Sprankles

The star of Hallmark+’s Holidazed talks to Scary Mommy about his new role, Christmas chaos, and more.

Divine Dissociation

16 Cozy Video Games To Play If An Alternate Reality Sounds Pretty Great Right Now

By Katie McPherson and Julie Sprankles

Chores in real life? Boo. On your virtual farm? Woo!

Moms To Watch

Maahra Hill Reveals How Taking A 12-Year Acting Break To Be A Mom Opened Doors

By Julie Sprankles

The star of NBC’s Irrational talks to Scary Mommy about the show’s new season, motherhood, and more.

Future Voters In Training

Election Day FAQ: Can You Bring Your Kids With You To Vote?

By Julie Sprankles

An expert answers this common question on parents’ minds.

Get Cozy

15 New Family-Friendly Movies & Shows To Watch On Netflix In November

By Julie Sprankles

Raise your hand if you’re counting down the days until Spellbound drops! 🙋‍♀️

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Iskra Lawrence Talks Body Image & Acceptance In The Age Of Ozempic

By Julie Sprankles

The Saltair founder and mom-of-two opens up about the importance of inclusivity and how her second home birth made her even more grateful for her body.

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Matthew Lillard Reveals The Horror Role He *Really* Wants To Reprise (Hint: It’s Not Stu)

By Julie Sprankles

Plus, the surprising holiday tradition he looks forward to the most every year.