Lauren Davidson has written numerous essays for Scary Mommy on topics including mental health, playdates, and becoming a stay-at-home/work-from-home mom against her will.
She has been an associate editor at Pittsburgh Magazine for the past 10 years, covering weddings, home and lifestyle, arts and culture, and news. She got her start in journalism at the University of Pittsburgh after skipping class to cover the Robot Hall of Fame induction ceremony with R2-D2 and C-3PO for her college newspaper. Somehow, she went on to graduate with degrees in English literature and English writing as well as a minor in French. She worked at several newspapers in western Pennsylvania and Connecticut before joining a small women’s magazine in Sharon, Pennsylvania. She got her dream job in Pittsburgh the same week she got married in 2013.
A native of western Pennsylvania, she is proudly not a Pittsburgh Steelers fan but will attend a football game if someone buys her nachos. She has three boys, one girl, one cat and a writer husband. When she’s not writing, she enjoys reading about writing, talking about writing and thinking about things she’d like to write about. She also enjoys going to the movies and exploring her city with her kids, and she thinks winter is the best season and she is correct.
I Started Taking PTO The First Week Of School & It Saved Me
No matter how much I prepare, there are always curveballs when the kids go back to school.
The Insane Sticker Shock Of Kids' Birthday Parties
Finding an affordable option for kids’ birthday parties seems impossible, no matter how you slice it.
I Have So Many Questions For My Parents... But Not Enough Time
As a busy mom, I don’t know when or how to ask them.
Birthday Parties Are Their Own Separate Mental Load
And I don’t just mean when I’m the one hosting.
I've Made It 10 Years As A Mom. Here's What I Know.
Along with celebrating the person he’s becoming, I’m celebrating my own anniversary.
We Saved Valentine's Day From Being A Big Disappointment Every Year
A slight pivot made everything better.
I Don't Need Help. I Need A Parenting Co-Worker.
You’re not “helping” me. We’re in this together.
Trust Me, You’re Doing Enough For The Holidays
Even if you don’t feel like it, your kids are experiencing magic. I promise.
My Kids Absolutely Fit The Birth Order Stereotypes
So much for thinking I’m raising all my kids the same.
Yes, My Picky Eater Is Still Picky On Thanksgiving
Over the river and through the woods to grandmother’s house we go … to disappoint her.
I Enjoy Putting Absolutely No Thought Into My Kids’ Halloween Costumes
Don't feel bad if you're not doing some elaborate nonsense for Instagram. Free yourself!
Why Do Moms Have To Ask For Help In The First Place?
When moms get overwhelmed, helpful dads will suggest we make them a list. That’s more work for us.
I Said No Gifts & Damn It, I Mean It.
Fewer presents = less stress for everyone, and that’s my only goal for my kids’ birthday parties.
Does Everyone Have A Million Piles In Their House Or Is It Just Me?
And why does it fall to the mom to put everything away?
Why Is It So D*mn Hard To Find A Babysitter These Days?
These mythical creatures only exist in the movies.
How Am I Supposed To Deal With My Kid’s Anxiety When I Can’t Even Deal With My Own?
Sometimes when he cries I just start crying too.
You’ve Gotta Teach Your Kids How To Act On A Playdate
I get that they’re kids and no one is perfect, but I just want to teach my kids how to be good guests.
I Found The Secret To A Good Relationship With My 8-Year-Old
Sarcasm, it turns out, works for us.
My Favorite TV Show Is Making Me Feel Conflicted About My Divorce
Some scenes are hitting a bit too close to home.
I Go To Bars Alone & I Don’t Tell Anyone
The best "me time" I've had lately has been an hour alone with a cocktail.
