Scary Mommy

May 1, 2024
Let your tween pull away from you and go quiet. They will be back, it's part of growing up.
Growing Pains
ByDiana Park

Let Your Kid Pull Away. They'll Be Back.

I took a step back, but kept a close eye.

cringe?!?

Can I Date My Kid’s Teacher?

I've struck out on dating apps. Is it too close to home if I date my kid's teacher?

Nope

I'm A Room Parent Not Your Child's Social Secretary

Don’t even try to delegate your tasks to me.

Yup, I Was The Cliche Divorcee Who Dated A Younger Man
no regrets

Yup, I Was The Cliche Divorcee Who Dated A Younger Man

Folks, he didn’t know what Seinfeld was.

so long, farewell

I Miss The 'Wild Kratts' Days

Oh how I adore Chris and Martin.

Parenting

'My Husband Can’t Get Me Off’

From bedroom problems to endless school sicknesses, here's what 27 parents are talking about this week in the Scary Mommy Confessional.

The Wheel Of Feels

Exclusive

AJLT Star Nicole Ari Parker Dishes On Motherhood, Marriage & Of Course, Fashion

Quality Over Quantity

Netflix's May 2024 Lineup Of Family Movies & Shows Includes New Pokémon!

The crème de la crème

The Real Housewives Beginner’s Guide: What To Watch First

This Is Encouraging

Real Moms Share 5 Surprising Reasons To Look Forward To, Not Dread, The Teen Years

wtf?

A U.S. Rep. Blasts Bill That Would License Lactation Consults In Connecticut: “Nobody Needs To Be Taught How To Breastfeed”

yaas queen

Emily Blunt Says Taylor Swift Gave Her Kid The ‘Best’ Compliment

wtf?

A U.S. Rep. Blasts Bill That Would License Lactation Consults In Connecticut: “Nobody Needs To Be Taught How To Breastfeed”

beauty norms?

Mom Says She Shaves Her 11-Year-Old's "Little Unibrow And Little Peach Fuzz" So She Feels "Comfortable"

it's true

Mom Says Voluntarily Involved Grandparents Are A "Top-Tier" Bragging Point For Parents

Nope

I'm A Room Parent Not Your Child's Social Secretary

it's true

Mom Says Voluntarily Involved Grandparents Are A "Top-Tier" Bragging Point For Parents

not cool

This Teacher Reminds Parents To Stop Bringing Extended Family On School Field Trips

Looking Back

Rewatching 'One Tree Hill' As A Parent Is A Mind Trip

Thanks, Mom

10 Bizarre Lies ‘90s Kids Were Told — & Still Low-Key Believe, If We’re Being Honest

Entertainment

All Hail Geri Halliwell-Horner!

Here For It

We Are Only Surviving Parenting 5 Kids With Our Secret Weapon: A Kick*ss Marriage Therapist

ready set go

Here's What's Changed Since You Last Dated

"Que Sera Sera, People"

This '90s Classic Is A Reminder That Sometimes Divorce Is Your Happy Ending

Scary Mommy Originals

Alyce Chan Is In The Parenting Sweet Spot

Nicki Maher Is Just Here To Have A Good Time

Nicole Story Dent Can’t Believe Y2K Style Is Back, Either

Kayla Sullivan Is Live On The Scene Of Motherhood & Reporting For Duty

Andie MacDowell & Chyler Leigh Are Your New Fave Mother-Daughter TV Duo

Meet Soliana Sapp, Your Pink-Robe-Insta-Fave & New Mom Bestie

Caitlin Murray Is Adulting... Big Time

Hilarie Burton Is Doing It All For Her Daughter

All Hail Geri Halliwell-Horner!

'Workin' Mom's Catherine Reitman Gets Real About Sex & Marriage Post-Kids

Andrea Savage Knows Her Kid Is Gonna Talk About Her In Therapy One Day

Iliza Shlesinger Hates Mom-Shamers As Much As You Do

Gabrielle Union Brings It

30 Years Later
BySarah Bourassa

I Rewatched 'Mrs. Doubtfire' As A Parent, And My View Of The Mom Has Drastically Changed

While I used to think she was uptight and overly harsh, I actually empathize with her more than ever.

A Parents' Guide

Why Are Kids Choosing Objects As Their Genders?

Experts explain what xenogenders and nounself pronouns are, and offer advice for supporting your child’s identity.

Mark Your Calendar

The Best Books of 2024 You Need To Have On Your Radar

Featuring some of our favorite authors like Annabel Monaghan, Kristin Hannah, and Xochitl Gonzalez

Call It What You Want

15 Dog Names Inspired By Taylor Swift That Would Be Cute In Any *Era*

“Can I go where you gooo? Can we always be this clooose, furever and ever?” — sung in the key of good doggo

Finally, It's Time

40 Best Teen Movies Of All Time To Share With Your High Schooler

Consider watching these together ~educational.~

Lonely

My Kid Is Barely On The Spectrum, & I Feel Caught Between Two Worlds

Where’s the space for moms like me?

The Divorce Issue

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wtf?
ByKatie Garrity

A U.S. Rep. Blasts Bill That Would License Lactation Consults In Connecticut: “Nobody Needs To Be Taught How To Breastfeed”

Despite her horrific, misguided views, the bill passed.

yaas queen

Emily Blunt Says Taylor Swift Gave Her Kid The ‘Best’ Compliment

it's true

Mom Says Voluntarily Involved Grandparents Are A "Top-Tier" Bragging Point For Parents

take my money

This Is Not A Drill: Aldi Is Dropping Some Affordable & Adorable Disney Merch Next Week

not cool

This Teacher Reminds Parents To Stop Bringing Extended Family On School Field Trips

she fought the law

Lawyer Mom Explains Why She Never Signs Liability Waivers For Her Kids

gross!

Mom Blindly Goes Through Her Son's School Backpack In Hilarious Video

it's a lot

This Mom Says Anyone Who Thinks The 2 to 3 Kids Transition Is Easy Is A "Liar"

not cool

Comedian Asks Breastfeeding Mom To Leave His Show

food fight

Mom Reems Out Fellow Parent For Serving Donuts At A Sleepover

hey teacher

A Teacher Says The Problem With Kids Today Is Their Parents: "Your Kids Are Not Special"

sad truth

This Woman Says Your Husband Will Never Change Because He Actually Doesn’t Care In “Harsh Truth” Video

gigi and papa

Here Are The Most Popular Grandparent Nicknames In America, According To A New Study

helping out

Mom Gives Ten-Month-Old Son Household Chores To Show Babies "Are Capable"

the audacity

A Nanny Went Viral For Exposing Screenshots Of Parents’ Entitled Messages

if you gotta go

This Mom Was Issued A Fine After Her 4-Year-Old Son's Bathroom Emergency At A Park

CONFESS

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Toddlers are f*cking savage. Twin toddlers (g/g) make me dread when they’re teenagers

Confessional #8845

I wish our parents were involved in our kids’ lives like our grandparents were.

Confessional #3442

My son-in-law despises me and I babysit for his children

Confessional #980

Officially quit my job to be a SAHM and feel like I gave up the last little bit of myself

Confessional #7012

Talking to my husband and he says “we’ll figure it out” YES that’s literally what I’m trying to do rn

Confessional #3671
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More Confessions

'My Husband Can’t Get Me Off’

From The Confessional: 'Husband Confessed To Being A Sex Addict'

From The Confessional: ‘My In-Laws Don’t Know About Our Second Kid’

From The Confessional: 'I Want An Open Marriage'

From The Confessional: ‘My Hubby Admitted He Has 3 ‘Wives’”

From The Confessional: 'I Had An Emotional Affair'

From The Confessional: 'I'm In Love With Someone Else's Husband'

From The Confessional: 'My Sex Drive Is Bigger Than My Husband's'

From The Confessional: 'I Constantly Think About Barry Keoghan'

From The Confessional: 'I Cringe When My Husband Touches Me'

'I Almost Don't Care He Cheated'

From The Confessional: 'Wish My Husband Would Put His Phone Down'

From The Confessional: 'Husband Sees Hookers Daily'

From The Confessional: 'I Want Another Baby And Husband Does Not'

From The Confessional: 'My MIL Is Better Than My Own Mom!'

From The Confessional: ‘My Husband Wants Sex All The Time’

Book Club

7 Spicy Romantasy Books Just Like A Court of Thorns And Roses

Dreaming Of Warmer Weather? 10 Spring Books That Will Get You Excited For Sunnier Days Ahead

8 Historical Fiction Novels To Read During Women’s History Month

The Most Anticipated Books By Black Authors Coming In 2024

The Best Books of 2024 You Need To Have On Your Radar

10 Empowering Novels That Center On Badass Single Moms

8 Queer Thrillers That’ll Get Your Heart Racing In More Ways Than One

What Book You Should Read Next Based On Your Favorite Romance Trope

8 Fiction Food Novels That Will Feed Your Imagination (& Make You Hungry)

8 Books Like Gilmore Girls Worthy Of A La-La-La String Melody

What You Should Read Next Based On Your Favorite Taylor Swift Era

10 Books That Are As Sweet As Ted Lasso’s Biscuits

8 Balmy Novels Like The Summer I Turned Pretty

8 Romance Authors Like Colleen Hoover That Will Fuel Your Smut Obsession

6 Authors Like Taylor Jenkins Reid To Add To Your Library Collection

10 Books To Read If You Can’t Get Enough Of Yellowjackets

Celebrity Interviews

Exclusive
ByJulie Sprankles

Rochelle Johnson Didn’t Know Anyone With Autism. Then Her Son Was Diagnosed.

The Instagram influencer opens up about what she’s learned along the way, and how other moms helped.

Exclusive

AJLT Star Nicole Ari Parker Dishes On Motherhood, Marriage & Of Course, Fashion

Exclusive

Jamie-Lynn Sigler Gets Real About Mom Guilt

Keepy Uppy

Bluey's Mum & Dad Address The For-Real-Life Rumors That The Beloved Kids’ Show Is Ending

We're All "Lunatics" Here

Maren Morris’ Next Act

Exclusive

Top Chef’s Gail Simmons Has Some Surprising Advice For Parents Of Picky Eaters

shay rules

Scheana Shay Gets Real About Postpartum OCD

mom mode

Kylie Kelce Explains How Jason Helps Her Keep Her Cool While Parenting

america's mom

Donna Kelce Opens Up About Her Approach To Being A Mother-In-Law

Exclusive

JoAnna Garcia Swisher Teases What’s To Come For Maddie In Sweet Magnolias Season 4

Exclusive

Aja Naomi King Gets Raw About The Importance Of Playing Powerful Women

Exclusive

The Family Plan’s Mark Wahlberg & Michelle Monaghan Talk Minivans & Their Go-To Karaoke Songs

Weekend Watch

Jen Garner Couldn't Handle Being A Teenager Today, Either

Entertainment

Sarah Michelle Gellar Is Making Sure Her Kids Know “Money Doesn’t Grow On Trees”

Exclusive

Adam Sandler Talks Pet Phobias, Co-Starring With His Daughters, & Revisiting The Iconic Lunch Lady

Exclusive

Hilary Duff Knows Parenthood Is Beautiful, And Very Hard

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Your Life

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playtime
ByLaura Onstot

There’s Nothing Like Being A Kid Again With Your Mom Friends

Or, why you should really consider that mud run, or axe-throwing, or camping trip.

turning the page

I Finally Forgave My Mom

For the sake of my health, I moved on.

Soo, this is legit?

How To Use Red Light Therapy At Home: A Quick & Easy Guide

A dermatologist gives the rundown on those Darth Vader-esque masks.

✨ Necessities ✨

13 Amazon Purchases Scary Mommy Editors Are Loving In April 2024

Things we've bought on Amazon this month, from our shopping carts to yours.

To Botox Or Not To Botox

How Long Does Botox Last? A Dermatologist Answers Your Newbie Questions

In case you’re wondering if it’s a worthwhile investment.

Current Events, Decoded

9 Podcasts To Help You Keep Track Of WTF Is Going On In The World

In a world with 24-hour news, these listens cut through the noise.

Family Life

SEE ALL
Nope
ByJamie Davis Smith

I'm A Room Parent Not Your Child's Social Secretary

Don’t even try to delegate your tasks to me.

Wait... What?!

This Beloved Kids' Book Character Had A Surprisingly Sinister Start

Madeline has enchanted readers for over 80 years, but her origin story is decidedly dark.

real life

My Home Is Chaos & That's Totally Normal

It’s totally OK for your house to look like people live there. Good, even!

Grab Your Quarter

12 Things My Foodie Family Always Buys At Aldi

Aldi doesn't have *everything* — but it does have some real winners.

An Expert Breakdown

Do You Really Need To Stay At Disney World To Get The "Full Experience"?

Why staying at Disney is not a requirement to do Disney.

Here For It

We Are Only Surviving Parenting 5 Kids With Our Secret Weapon: A Kick*ss Marriage Therapist

Date nights look a little different now.

Original Videos

The Sex Issue

'Workin' Mom's Catherine Reitman Gets Real About Sex & Marriage Post-Kids

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

Parenting

The Shape of You: Raising Girls to Love Their Bodies

Strategies and tips for helping our girls thrive.

Sponsored
Momsplained

Helping Your Teen Become the Boss of Their Own Money.

They’ve learned the basics from having an allowance, but now that they are a little older they’re asking for more financial independence.

Parenting

Calling All Teens (And Parents Too): How To Insert A Tampon Properly

If you’re new to the tampon game or have been using them for years, here are some tips on how to use a tampon with an applicator and without.

Entertainment

Love ‘Succession’? You must watch ‘Discussion.’

In this parody of HBO’s Succession, you will get a hilarious look at what would happen if the Roys were just like us. The all-American family, living the all-American dream bickering over who will host the holiday meal.

Parenting

'My Husband Can’t Get Me Off’

From bedroom problems to endless school sicknesses, here's what 27 parents are talking about this week in the Scary Mommy Confessional.

Pregnancy

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'Scuse Me?
ByArielle Tschinkel

How To Handle Comments About Your Postpartum Body

People always have a lot to say about someone's appearance after they give birth. Here's how to shut that sh*t down.

Know The Signs

Do You Have Typical Pregnancy Jitters, Or Is It Medical Anxiety?

It's natural to feel worried, but experts say there’s a point where it becomes something more serious.

Take Note

Need-To-Know Info: Can You Get Pregnant During Perimenopause?

Don’t toss out the contraceptives just yet.

Need To Know Info

Wait, Does Mucinex Really Make You More Fertile?

We asked an OB-GYN and fertility specialist about this viral TikTok claim.

Ugh, Amirite?

Bloating During Ovulation? It's A Thing (That Sucks)

Here’s what causes it, plus what you can do to alleviate it.

gigi and papa

Here Are The Most Popular Grandparent Nicknames In America, According To A New Study

Some of these were a bit surprising!

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This Is Encouraging
ByAlexandra Frost

Real Moms Share 5 Surprising Reasons To Look Forward To, Not Dread, The Teen Years

Yes, this season has its silver linings, too.

wtf?
ByKatie Garrity

A U.S. Rep. Blasts Bill That Would License Lactation Consults In Connecticut: “Nobody Needs To Be Taught How To Breastfeed”

Despite her horrific, misguided views, the bill passed.

yaas queen
ByKate Auletta

Emily Blunt Says Taylor Swift Gave Her Kid The ‘Best’ Compliment

"It was the best thing anyone's done for my child," the actor shared with Howard Stern.

beauty norms?
ByKatie Garrity

Mom Says She Shaves Her 11-Year-Old's "Little Unibrow And Little Peach Fuzz" So She Feels "Comfortable"

The internet had mixed reactions to her honest moment.

Parenting
ByEmma Coburn

'My Husband Can’t Get Me Off’

From bedroom problems to endless school sicknesses, here's what 27 parents are talking about this week in the Scary Mommy Confessional.

Growing Pains
ByDiana Park

Let Your Kid Pull Away. They'll Be Back.

I took a step back, but kept a close eye.

faves
ByKelly Faircloth

Alyce Chan Is In The Parenting Sweet Spot

The stand-up and mom behind Instagram’s @momcomnyc chats about savoring every moment she can… within limits.

doing it right
BySarah Aswell

A Doorbell Camera Has Captured The Ideal Mother-In-Law In The Wild

A mom shared footage of why she loves when her MIL visits so much.

Exclusive
ByJulie Sprankles

Rochelle Johnson Didn’t Know Anyone With Autism. Then Her Son Was Diagnosed.

The Instagram influencer opens up about what she’s learned along the way, and how other moms helped.

Nope
ByJamie Davis Smith

I'm A Room Parent Not Your Child's Social Secretary

Don’t even try to delegate your tasks to me.