Scary Mommy

July 12, 2026

Travel

Universal Orlando Resort commemorates its longstanding legacy of horror as Halloween Horror Nights —...
Scared Stiff (Literally, My Back)
By Julie Sprankles

What I Wish Someone Had Told Me Before My First Halloween Horror Nights, As A 40+ Woman

Midlife is full of jump scares. Why not add a few more?

Guests arrive at the entrance portal to the Epic Universe theme park in Orlando, Florida, US, on Sat...
The More You Know

The Epic Universe Hacks That Made Our Trip With Kids Actually Manageable

It’s all in the prep work.

A crowd walking into the entrance of Epic Universe, in a story about what to know before your first ...
The More You Know

What To Know Before Your First Trip To Epic Universe, So You Don’t Make Our Mistakes

This park is BYOS (bring your own shade).

Rock 'n' Rollercoaster
Hot Diggity Dog

What’s New At Disney World In Summer 2026 & Beyond? Here’s Your Cheat Sheet

Everything you can look forward to for your next visit.

The Leadville Railroad, in the old mining town of Leadville, Colorado, offers scenic train rides up ...
Getaway Guide

I Visited The Highest City In North America — & Can’t Wait To Take My Family Back

Perched over 10,000 feet above sea level, this Wild West mining boomtown is a diamond in the rough.

A little girl rides a ride at the new Universal Kids Resort in Texas
For The Littles

Universal's New Kids Resort Solved My Biggest Theme Park Frustration As A Mom

A park made with kids in mind.

Am I...A Donkey Kong Stan Now?
By Katie McPherson

The Best Rides At Epic Universe, Ranked By A Mom (Including The One I’d Skip)

This is *the* park for roller coaster lovers.

Scared Stiff (Literally, My Back)
By Julie Sprankles

What I Wish Someone Had Told Me Before My First Halloween Horror Nights, As A 40+ Woman

Midlife is full of jump scares. Why not add a few more?

The More You Know
By Katie McPherson

The Epic Universe Hacks That Made Our Trip With Kids Actually Manageable

It’s all in the prep work.

The More You Know
By Katie McPherson

What To Know Before Your First Trip To Epic Universe, So You Don’t Make Our Mistakes

This park is BYOS (bring your own shade).

For The Littles
By Morgan Flaherty

Universal's New Kids Resort Solved My Biggest Theme Park Frustration As A Mom

A park made with kids in mind.

Remember Lounging?
By Katie McPherson

Moms On Reddit Say They Miss The “Real Vacations” They Took Before Kids

If you’ve ever thought, “I need a vacation from this vacation,” you’re not alone.

YEE-HAW
By Katie Garrity

The Away x Toy Story 5 Collab Just Dropped & We're Adding Everything To Cart

The nostalgia is hitting so hard!

Future Junior Ranger 🌲
By Julie Sprankles

33 Baby Names Inspired By National Parks For Your Little Wilderness Kid

From Halea to Rocky, adventurous picks perfect for families who feel most at home exploring the great outdoors.

The More You Know
By Katie McPherson

How Do Family Swap Rooms Work At Universal Orlando?

This little line hack will help the whole family get to enjoy every ride they came for.

bring on the tax-free sun screen
By Sarah Aswell

All Things Summer That Are FSA/HSA Eligible

Don’t wait until the dead of winter to try and spend your funds.