I know we’re all adding the most random stuff imaginable to our Amazon carts, whether it’s solutions for whatever bothers you about your house or gear to get you through yet another season of youth sports. Well, every month the staff of Scary Mommy is rounding up our favorite finds that we wholeheartedly recommend, from the practical to the indulgent.

— Kelly Faircloth, Executive Editor

“Like any other relationship, toxicity isn’t always clear-cut, especially if yours has mastered the art of subtle, passive-aggressive swipes in your direction that leave you dizzy and disoriented, ruminating hours or days later,” writes Arielle Tschinkel. “So, how do you know if your MIL is genuinely bad for your emotional well-being, and how can you cope if she is? Settle in, because a therapist is here to help.”