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By Kate Auletta

22 Things To Buy For Your Home (& Self!) For A Spring Reset

It’s very nearly spring, so it’s time to do a little shopping.

My New Staple

The Olay Super Cream Is The Only SPF Moisturizer That I Will Use, TYVM

Moisturizing sunscreen always felt like a scam. But Olay Super Cream combines hydration and sun protection for a nourishing last step to my skincare routine.

Shh 🤫

Let It Out, Moms — These Are Your Confessions

In the latest Confessions roundup, 17 moms are sharing their secrets.

A mother using her laptop while her baby sleeps soundly in a nearby swing.

change of plans

The Romance Novel That Helped Me Escape Postpartum Depression

For most of my career, I’ve had a very specific writing routine. Then I had a baby.

that mom

Megan Schinella Just Wants To Have Fun With It

The mom of three and funny Instagrammer catches up with Scary Mommy about teenhood, aging, and more.

quelle surprise

My Husband Made Us Swingers Without Asking Me

I won’t say the thought of bringing something new into our very domesticated sex-life doesn’t have a certain appeal.

Scary Mommy Originals

Bethany Joy Lenz Isn’t Afraid To F*ck Up

Melanie Lynskey's Radical Normal

Whitney Cicero Is Here For The Laughs

All Hail Geri Halliwell-Horner!

Yuri Lamasbella Just Goes With The Flow

Meredith Masony Gets It, Because She’s Been There Too

Avery Woods Is Just Happy To Be Here: “That’s My Vibe”

Ceci Kane Can’t Believe How Wild The Mom Groups Get, Either

Taylor Wolfe Is Just Trying To Laugh It Off Like The Rest Of Us

Mary Hendricks Just Wants To Have Some Fun With It

Dave Ogleton Talks Dad Jokes, Youth Sports, & Parenting Every Stage From Teens To Toddlers

Ilana Glazer Is Late For Toddler Yoga

Alyce Chan Is In The Parenting Sweet Spot

Nicki Maher Is Just Here To Have A Good Time

Iliza Shlesinger Hates Mom-Shamers As Much As You Do

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

Winner winner chicken dinner

By Katie McPherson

11 Chicken Thigh Recipes To Try The Next Time They’re On Super Sale

You’ll be so glad you bookmarked this.

Boss Babies

Can Your Baby's Name Predict Their Financial Success? What The Research Shows

And what one expert says you should absolutely keep in mind.

Snooze Snacks

You Know What Foods To Avoid At Bedtime, But What Foods Help You Sleep?

Turns out, specific nutrients can help you drift off faster.

Parenting

My Mental Load Is All These Goddamn Toys

Our marriage feels pretty equal but there is one household domain that still grates on me in an extra special way: toys.

Don't Say "Moist"

I Researched The Pros & Cons Of Every Type Of Humidifier So You Don’t Have To

Let’s cut through the jargon in a ~saturated~ market so your kid can breathe easy all night.

hard pass

I Can’t — & Won’t — Force My Husband To Go To The Doctor

It’s not that I don’t care about his health. I’m just not his mother.

CONFESS

I need a vacation where I get away from everyone and reset. I hate the person I am right now.

Confessional #2283

My 6 month old only wants me and it’s wearing me down. No time for me anymore.

Confessional #6571

My husband is a dick!

Confessional #4772

I am federal contractor... nuf said.

Confessional #9189

I lack all motivation all the time. What’s wrong with me?

Confessional #9189

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More Confessions

Let It Out, Moms — These Are Your Confessions

The Confessions Are In & The Moms Have Had *Enough*

The February Confessions Are In & The Moms Are Feeling *A Lot*

The January Confessions Are In & The Moms Are Fed Up

“I Took A More In-Depth Look At My Screen Time Stats. Yikes.”

“Why Did I Buy An Elf 11 Years Ago?”

“I’m Not Into The Holidays This Year At All”

“I Don’t Like My Baby’s Name”

“I’m Married But Wading Into Emotional Affair Territory With A Coworker & Don’t Want To Stop.”

From The Confessional: 'I Gave My Husband A Year Off'

‘I’m A Much Better Mom Now That My Kid Spends Every Other Week At Her Dad’s’

‘My Husband & I Lowkey Hate Each Other’

‘I Wish I Married Rich. I’m So Over Working So Hard & Struggling Still.’

‘Is There Such A Thing As Pre-Holiday Anxiety? ‘Cause I Got It’

‘My Husband Had An Online Affair With A Scam Artist & Gave Her Over $6k In Gift Cards’

‘I’m Attracted To My Kids’ Coaches’

Book Club

Romantasy Author Kerri Maniscalco's Love Of Fantasy Came From Her Grandmother

13 Cozy Fall Books If You Love Practical Magic & Pumpkin Spice Everything

7 Cute & Cozy Books To Read With Your Kids In The Fall

Are These The Scariest Books Of All Time? Don’t Read ‘Em Unless You Own A Nightlight

10 Must-Read Dark Academia Books If You Always Wanted To Go To Hogwarts

Your Queer Historical Romance Of The Summer Is You Should Be So Lucky

16 Novels To Slip Into Your Beach Bag This Summer

Obsessed With Fourth Wing? Add These Romantasy Novels to Your TBR Pile ASAP

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

Celebrity Interviews

The Grand Parenting Slam

By Samantha Darby

Chelsea Freeman Feels The Pressure Of It All, Too

The wife of LA Dodgers first baseman, Freddie Freeman, is just taking it day by day like the rest of us.

Exclusive

Bethany Joy Lenz Isn’t Afraid To F*ck Up

Moms To Watch

Shanola Hampton Is Nothing Like Her Character On 'Found'

Exclusive

Ernie Hudson Would Like To Star In A Romantic Comedy Next, Please & Thank You

Quality Time

Everyone’s Internet Grandma, Babs Costello, On Family Traditions, Food, & The Holidays

mom we love

Yes, Marla Sokoloff Is As Cool As You Want Her To Be

Exclusive

Ian Harding Reveals The Classic Holiday Movie That Scarred Him For Life

Moms To Watch

Maahra Hill Reveals How Taking A 12-Year Acting Break To Be A Mom Opened Doors

Exclusive

Matthew Lillard Reveals The Horror Role He *Really* Wants To Reprise (Hint: It’s Not Stu)

Exclusive

Avery Woods Is Just Happy To Be Here: “That’s My Vibe”

Topanga Needs A Minute Of Your Time

Danielle Fishel Opens Up About Talking To Her Kids About Cancer

What To Watch

Peacock’s New Horror-Thriller Hysteria Is The Perfect Pre-Halloween Binge-Watch

Mortals See, Mortals Do

Halloweentown’s Kimberly J. Brown Is So Happy We All Wanted To Be Marnie

Aca-Excuse Me?

One Of Your Favorite Pitch Perfect Stars Is About To Become The TV Mom You Love To Hate

Moms We Love

“Stauffer Family” Mom Katie Anderson Is Coming Into Her Own

To Mom Or Not To Mom

Florence Pugh Wants To Talk About Motherhood & Ambition

Your Life

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My One & Only

By Katie McPherson

I’ve Used This Moisturizer For 10 Years Because Nothing Compares

The Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream has been my ride or die for the last decade, despite me constantly trying to find a cheaper alternative.

It's all too much

Do You Have Climate Anxiety? How To Cope With The Neverending Headlines

One day. I just want one day where nothing happens.

let's reset

How To Refresh Your Skin After Winter, According To A Dermatologist

No more dry skin doldrums, thank you very much.

I don't mean haribos

Let's Talk About Sex Gummies (Yes, As In Edibles)

Are CBD and THC really going to help your libido, or is it all a gimmick?

Toys = Huge Time Suck

We Need To Talk About The Invisible Load Of “Cleaning Time” With Kids

Signed, an (exhausted but hopeful) Indian mom, written between scooping up Legos and cooking a pot of dal — multitasking at its finest.

love this for me

I Masturbate More In My Late 40s Than I Have My Entire Life

I can count on one hand how many times I touched myself before I turned 40. Now masturbation feels loving to me.

Family Life

SEE ALL

Norovirus, plz go away

By Samantha Darby

How To Handle It When Your Kid’s Afraid Of Throwing Up

Because there’s no running from vomit, friend.

✨ Girl Magic ✨

8 Girl Power Movies That Still Hold Up

Show these to your daughter for a dose of nostalgia mixed with feel-good girl energy.

The Most Magical & Delicious Place On Earth

How To Eat On A Budget In Disney World As A Family

I promise, you can make it happen.

Watch List

40 Historical Movies Your Kids Will Actually Enjoy

Entertain and educate your little ones with these smart flicks.

The Most Deserving Doggos

11 Products To Make Life More Comfortable For Your Senior Dog

Because their sunset years should truly be golden.

Let me help you

What Should I Eat For Dinner? Here’s What We’re Cooking Next Week

Because deciding what to make for dinner every night is going to be what breaks me.

Pregnancy

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more of this, please

By Katie Garrity

Hospitals Around The Country Are Adding Special Rooms For Grieving Families & Couples

The private space gives parents a moment to breathe.

Girl Mom

Kylie Kelce Shares 3 Things Men Should Do For Their Pregnant Partners

The podcaster recently opened up on the podcast 'Call Her Daddy’ about parenting, having four girls, and Taylor Swift.

What do I do now?

I Froze My Eggs & I Don't Know How Or When To Use Them

With 16 frozen eggs sitting on ice, I’ve been wondering... how are they?

What We're Buying

The Baby Gifts To Give Again & Again (& Again)

These are the gifts we give to our new mom friends as — shall we say — the real parenting favorites.

Well, Well, Well...

Breaking News: Pregnant People Aren't Just Being Dramatic (It Sucks)

“Don’t worry ladies, I got mine 🤡”

Hush Little Baby

Pregnancy Tired vs. New Mom Tired Is Real & Incomparable

They love to scare us, don’t they?

Brrrrrrr

By Deirdre Kaye

Why Am I Always Cold?! All The Things A Doctor Says Could Be To Blame

This explains those 16 throws on the back of the couch.

Oh, Boy 🙄

By Megan LaCreta

Why Are Kids "Easier" For Dad?

When a dad on TikTok said taking care of the kids wasn't as difficult as his wife made it out to be, a mom offered her perspective.

Girl Talk

By Jamie Kenney

Mom Gives A Casual Masterclass On Empathy During Morning Routine

TikTok creator @carmenvealc perfectly balances empathy, self-care, and a an adorable updo.

Here Comes The Airplane

By Jamie Kenney

New Study Suggests A Diverse Diet Early On May Lead To Fewer Food Allergies In Kids

We don’t know exactly how allergies develop, but new research from Sweden is promising.

Omnivores Assemble!

By Megan LaCreta

What Is Dinosaur Time? The Fun New Hack To Get Kids To Eat Their Veggies

"Dinosaur Time" is an ingenius hack from TikTok to get more veggies into your kids diet -- and let's be real, your diet, too.

Better Sleep Loading...

By Katie McPherson

Sleepmaxxing Is A Viral Trend, But Not All Its Hot Tips Actually Work

Skip the supplements; stick to a routine.

gimme all the stuff

By Kate Auletta

22 Things To Buy For Your Home (& Self!) For A Spring Reset

It’s very nearly spring, so it’s time to do a little shopping.

The Grand Parenting Slam

By Samantha Darby

Chelsea Freeman Feels The Pressure Of It All, Too

The wife of LA Dodgers first baseman, Freddie Freeman, is just taking it day by day like the rest of us.

My New Staple

By Jamie Kenney

The Olay Super Cream Is The Only SPF Moisturizer That I Will Use, TYVM

Moisturizing sunscreen always felt like a scam. But Olay Super Cream combines hydration and sun protection for a nourishing last step to my skincare routine.

Fasten Your Seatbelts...

By Jamie Kenney

Kids On Planes Pt. 1,397: Apparently They Shouldn't Even Have Luggage Now

Apparently it’s “unnecessary and takes up bin space for people who actually need it.”

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