Toddlers & Preschoolers

A group of kids playing with water guns in a backyard.
helicopter time
By Sarah Aswell

Ask Scary Mommy: When My Friends Hang Out, I'm Left Refereeing All Our Kids

Should I just let them squabble while I have my adult time?

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Grow Up, People.

No Parent Owes You A Treat Bag On A Plane Because You Don't Like Babies

If you can’t regulate your feelings on a flight, how do you think a literal baby feels?

Dr. Beachgem explains why cuts to Medicaid could result in the loss of pediatric care even for those...
Yes, Even Yours

Pediatrician Explains How The “Big Beautiful Bill” Would Affect All Kids

Even if you have private insurance, pediatric care depends on Medicaid.

A woman with long, wavy hair is sitting in a car, expressing strong emotions while talking. She seem...
Says Who...?

Informed Vs. Opinionated Parenting (And How To Navigate It)

“Trust me, bro” is not a valid parenting strategy when it comes to safety.

A mother sits on a bed with a playful expression, while two boys stand behind her making silly faces...
Two & Through

Do Parents Ever Regret That Second Child?

“I feel tired all the time.”

Child with bandage on arm after vaccine.
Vaccines Cause Adults

Vaccine Efforts Have Slowed Or Reversed Over The Past 15 Years, According To New Study

WHO’s vaccination efforts have saved millions of children’s lives. So why are countries balking now?

helicopter time
By Sarah Aswell

Ask Scary Mommy: When My Friends Hang Out, I'm Left Refereeing All Our Kids

Should I just let them squabble while I have my adult time?

Grow Up, People.
By Jamie Kenney

No Parent Owes You A Treat Bag On A Plane Because You Don't Like Babies

If you can’t regulate your feelings on a flight, how do you think a literal baby feels?

Yes, Even Yours
By Jamie Kenney

Pediatrician Explains How The “Big Beautiful Bill” Would Affect All Kids

Even if you have private insurance, pediatric care depends on Medicaid.

Says Who...?
By Jamie Kenney

Informed Vs. Opinionated Parenting (And How To Navigate It)

“Trust me, bro” is not a valid parenting strategy when it comes to safety.

Two & Through
By Jamie Kenney

Do Parents Ever Regret That Second Child?

“I feel tired all the time.”

Vaccines Cause Adults
By Jamie Kenney

Vaccine Efforts Have Slowed Or Reversed Over The Past 15 Years, According To New Study

WHO’s vaccination efforts have saved millions of children’s lives. So why are countries balking now?

Moms IRL
By Kate Auletta

Ashley Tisdale Opens Up About The Realities Of Potty Training, Nostalgia & Parenting Advice

The High School Musical star and mom of two talked with Scary Mommy about music, kids' books, and interior design.

Decisions, Decisions...
By Jamie Kenney

Parents Debate Which Bathroom A Dad Should Take His Daughter To

Everybody poops, but where should you bring your kid to poop is the question...?

Let It Go
By Jamie Kenney

In Defense Of A Feral Child Summer

“I let them destroy the house ... I don’t care.”

Mom & Marketing Genius
By Jamie Kenney

The Secret To Parenting A Toddler: Rebranding (We'll Explain)

If you’ve ever seen Bluey, you know how it works...