Scary Mommy

May 2, 2026

The Sex Issue

Feb 2023

The Sex Issue

Catherine Reitman Spills All

The creator of Workin’ Moms’ celebrates the comedy and tragedy of modern parenting and relationships.

By Gillian Telling
So many naked barbies

Why Do Kids Like To Undress Their Dolls So Much?

What's the deal with the ever-present pile of naked Barbies, anyway?

Work smarter not harder

A Cosleeper's Guide To Sex When Your Bed Is A No-Go

Your kids have taken over your bed, but it doesn't mean you still can't get hot and heavy with your partner.

Welcome to Scary Mommy's Sex Issue. Read raw stories about intimacy, funny pieces about what really happens with your sex life once you're a parent, and all the weird and wonderful conversations you'll have with your kids about sex. Come for a laugh, stay for the advice.

Sex & Your Kids

The Sex Issue
By Penelope

Has 'The Talk' Become Obsolete?

Our kids have evolved past it, and I’m OK with that.

The Sex Issue

I Caught My Kid Googling Porn. Now What?

Lifestyle

Why Does My Child's Unicorn Toy Have A Dick?

The Sex Issue

So You Wanna Buy A Sex Toy? A Sex Therapist Weighs In

Your Sex Life

The Sex Issue
By Sasha Martinez

I’m Dating A Woman After Being Married To A Man

And I’m the happiest I’ve ever been.

The Sex Issue

All My Friends Are Getting Divorced & Having Great Sex

But what if you don’t want to get divorced? You can still have great sex.

speak up

What NOT To Say When You're Going Through A Sex Drought

After all, we all have them every once in awhile.

G-spot Heaven

My Vagina Changed After Birth, In A Good Way

My lady parts are not broken, in fact, they've never worked better.

Gimme More

Parenting
By Natasha McKee

When I Found Demisexuality, My Life Changed Forever

Book The Sitter
By Brianne Hogan

10 Sexy Date Night Ideas When You Need To Spice Things Up A Little (Or A Lot)

Sex therapist Aliyah Moore has thoughts.

It Gets Better
By Katie Bingham-Smith

No One Told Me What Sex Would Be Like In My 40s

If you thought your desire to be intimate has shriveled up and died forever, keep the faith.

Well, This Isn't Fun
By Brianne Hogan

Why Do I Feel Sad After Sex? Postcoital Dysphoria May Be To Blame

Sex can be a rollercoaster of emotions.

Sex
By Penelope

Just Because You're Bored With Sex Doesn't Mean You Can't Masturbate

Sex can be tiring, and masturbating can be fun. Here's some advice on how to explain that to your SO.

Sex Ed
By Anonymous

I Gave My 14-Year-Old A Box Of Condoms For Christmas

It came with a free awkward conversation, too.