Megan LaCreta

Megan is an associate editor on the news and social media teams at Scary Mommy and Romper. She was previously an editorial intern with the Bronx Times and graduated from Manhattan College with a Bachelor’s degree in political science.

You can learn more about Megan at her website and LinkedIn.

Don't Cry!

Study: Women Tune In To Infant Distress -- Even If They're Not Parents

By Megan LaCreta

The new study reveals that our brains might be hardwired to pick up on signs of infant distress, regardless of parental status.

Space to breathe

PSA: You Can Decenter Your Parents

By Megan LaCreta

It's easy to put a lot of weight on the opinions of the people that raised you -- but, you really don't have to.

age ain't nothing but a number

How To Keep Aging Parents And Grandparents Young

By Megan LaCreta

One woman says that, as our parents get older, the responsibilities flip, and it becomes your job to help enrich your parents' lives.

boobs-be-gone

Can Tweens and Teens Get Breast Reductions? This Plastic Surgeon Says Yes: Here’s How

By Megan LaCreta

Surgery is not the solution for every person, but it might be right for your teen.

Auntiehood is real

Why Child-Free Chelsea Handler Signed Up For Parenting Classes

By Megan LaCreta

The comedian shared on Monica Lewinsky’s "Reclaiming" podcast that she signed up for parenting classes to be a better "auntie" to the children in her life.

Screen Time Levels: Unmatched

This Mom Is Under Fire For Sharing Her "iPad Family's" Devices On TikTok

By Megan LaCreta

The comment section was not amused by the Daugh family's collective screen use.

Woah...

How To Get Through To Your Teen When They're Being Disrespectful

By Megan LaCreta

Nobody knows exactly what buttons to press like your teenager. But, to get to the root of the issue, you have to move past the initial disrespect.

Snoozing on Safety

A New Study Warns That Mattresses May Expose Children To Brain-Harming Chemicals

By Megan LaCreta

The chemicals have been linked to developmental and hormonal disorders.

Feel your feelings

Ilana Glazer Perfectly Explained Why She Doesn't Feel "Mom Guilt"

By Megan LaCreta

“Mom guilt? Nah. Mom sad? Yeah!”

Get that bag 💰

How Much Would Stay-At-Home Moms Make If They Were Paid For Their Labor?

By Megan LaCreta

In a satirical TikTok, a stay-at-home mom shared what her husband pays her for tasks like washing the dishes and driving the kids to school.

Maternal Health Matters

Pregnancy-Related Deaths Are On The Rise In The US

By Megan LaCreta

Deaths due to pregnancy have jumped 28% in the past five years -- and one-third occur long after delivery, when mothers assume they're in the clear.

Awkward!

PSA: Maybe Double Check That Homemade Birthday Party Invitation

By Megan LaCreta

Take it from this mom: that homemade birthday party invitation your kid brought home from school might not have been parent-approved.

#Dadlife

A Parent On Reddit Asked: Are There Any Boys Who Want To Be Dads When They Grow Up?

By Megan LaCreta

The responses were surprising.

Fuel Your Body!

How To Talk About Food Without Labelling It As "Healthy" Or "Unhealthy"

By Megan LaCreta

Yes, really. A mom shared some ways that she manages conversations about food with her own kids, without slipping into diet culture pitfalls.

Ah! The Future!

This Is The One Question You Should Ask Your Graduating Senior

By Megan LaCreta

Graduating high school is a confusing time, but asking kids this question before they enter the adult world can help them start off on the right foot.

Let's Goooo!

NFL Star Khalen Saunders Is Starting An LGBTQ+ Friendly Youth Football Camp

By Megan LaCreta

The Saints player was called the “BIGGEST safe space” by his brother, Eras Tour dancer Kameron Saunders.

Is it paw-sible???

Are Dogs Replacing Children? The Answer Isn’t What You Might Expect.

By Megan LaCreta

The number of dogs is increasing significantly, and it’s for kind of a sad reason.

Eyes up 👀

This Dad Shared How He Taught His Kids Spatial Awareness In Public

By Megan LaCreta

Sometimes we forget all the things we have to teach our kids -- like how to keep their head up and not crash into fellow shoppers at the grocery store.

Sooo preppy!

What Are Pink Palm Puff Hoodies? The Must-Have Gift For Tweens

By Megan LaCreta

What's the deal with Pink Palm Puff hoodies? Here's all the info on the it-girl trend for tweens.

Speak up!!!

We Have To Teach Kids To Speak Up When They're Uncomfortable — Here’s How

By Megan LaCreta

“Choose your discomfort, and choose the one that's going to help you, not hurt you.”