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April 5, 2022 at 9:12 PM

Today on Scary Mommy: Gabrielle Union!

The star gets real on juggling it all.   Apr 05, 2022    Gabrielle Union Brings It   We’ve got a very exciting face on the site today for my fellow millennials: the iconic Gabrielle Union. Union chatted with Jessica Curry Morton, author of the NAACP Image Award-nominated children’s book Parker Look…

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April 5, 2022 at 3:42 PM

Easter Gifts That Will Make Your Child Smarter

Easter Gifts That Will Make Your Child Smarter   Apr 05, 2022    Presented by LeapFrog Prepare Your Child For A Lifetime Of Learning With These Educational Toys   As a parent, chances are there is almost nothing you wouldn’t do to give your kid a leg up when it comes to their education. Fortunatel…

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April 4, 2022 at 9:10 PM

The Case For Thank You Notes

One mom on why she’s a stickler.   Apr 04, 2022    I Will Always Make My Kids Write A Thank You Note   Life is busy, and the notion of getting your kids to sit down and write almost anything can feel downright impossible. But today, writer Jennifer Taber VanDerwerken makes the case for making the t…

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April 4, 2022 at 5:04 PM

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April 2, 2022 at 3:10 PM

Shop Spring’s Dreamy Pastel Palette

Cotton-candy pink, pistachio green, and more.   Apr 02, 2022    presented by macy's Find Spring’s Best Pastel Styles At Macy’s   Discover how spring’s signature pastel hues can energize your look with a stylish sense of renewal. Whether you’re seeking the ultimate wedding guest look in the form of…

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April 1, 2022 at 9:12 PM

They Won't Be Little Forever, And I Hate It

The baby years are hard, and hard to bid farewell.   Apr 01, 2022    They Won't Be Little Forever, And I Hate It   Does the idea of all your kids out of diapers and old enough to wheel their own luggage excite you, or does it fill you with grief? In her latest, Samm Burnham Davidson works through h…

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March 31, 2022 at 9:17 PM

How To Stop Your Toddler From Hitting

Put an end to the tiny fists of fury.   Mar 31, 2022    I Missed My Child’s Birth   It’s hard when your birth plan goes totally off the rails, and it can take time to recover from the experience. Writer Erin Hug didn’t want a Cesarean at all, so she was particularly upset when a gruff doctor inform…

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March 30, 2022 at 9:50 PM

The Tooth Fairy Isn’t Fair

The tough moments catch you by surprise.    Mar 30, 2022    How Do I Tell My Kid The Tooth Fairy Isn't Fair?   Some of the hardest moments in parenting are the ones where you’ve got to balance your desire to give your kid a moment of simple, uncomplicated happiness with the bigger picture. For inst…

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March 29, 2022 at 9:11 PM

Is It Safe To Give Kids Your Old Toys?

Not so fast…    Mar 29, 2022    Can You Give Your Kids The Old Toys You Saved From Childhood?   Have you been hanging on to a beloved but slightly dinged-up plastic toy from your own childhood, in order to pass along to your kids when the time is right? Unfortunately, you might want to keep them ou…

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March 28, 2022 at 9:16 PM

Let Your Kids Fail

How else will they learn?    Mar 28, 2022    Why I Let My Kids Fail   Kids need room to make mistakes and learn from them; sometimes, you have to let them fall flat on their face, for their own long-term good. That’s what Katie Bingham-Smith says in her latest. For instance, she didn’t coax her dau…

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March 28, 2022 at 7:04 PM

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See What's New From Live.Work.Thrive    Ready To Thrive?          Our award-winning series delivers the facts from leading experts to help you make informed decisions that are right for your family. Stay connected, follow us on Instagram @liveworkthrive.   UPCOMING EVENTS APRIL 5 AT 7 PM ESTThe S…

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March 26, 2022 at 3:11 PM

The Secret To Acing Easter This Year

The Secret To Acing Easter This Year   Mar 26, 2022    Presented by Walmart Walmart Is Your One-Stop Shop For Affordable Easter Essentials   Easter comes at you fast, especially when you’re a busy parent. This year, cut down on your prep time by stocking up on all your faves in one fell swoop at W…

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March 25, 2022 at 9:11 PM

What Does Your Social Media Use Say About Your Parenting Style?

The latest from a new study.   Mar 25, 2022    Screw Vacation, Give Me A Staycation   Here’s something to consider, while scrolling through pictures of other families’ spring break vacations: the joys of just staying home and doing a whole lot of not much. “I don’t know about you, but the thought o…

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March 24, 2022 at 9:15 PM

So Your 9-Year-Old Has Breast Buds? Don’t Panic.

What you need to know.   Mar 24, 2022    Sleep Training Sucks. Here's How I Got Myself Through It.   Nothing quite prepares you for the white-knuckle ride that is sleep training; doesn’t the expression go “sleeping like a baby,” after all? Yeah, right. Writer Julie Kling has a number of helpful sug…

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March 23, 2022 at 9:11 PM

Is It Time For A Friend Breakup?

Here are 10 signs.   Mar 23, 2022    Going Through The College Process With My Teen Gives Me Wedding-Planning PTSD   “Every bride thinks she’ll be chill and every mom thinks she won’t get insane about the college process,” observes Jessica G. Hartshorn. Famous last words, as she admits in her lates…

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March 22, 2022 at 9:10 PM

Nail Your Next Parent-Teacher Conference

Make your ten minutes count – here’s how.    Mar 22, 2022    I Never Want The Newborn Stage To End   I barely remember the newborn stage; for me, it passed in a blur of sleep deprivation and weird television choices. But Samm Burnham Davidson took me back to those days with her latest, about how ha…

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March 21, 2022 at 9:15 PM

How To Talk To The Tween Red Panda In Your Home

Do not tell her to calm down.    Mar 21, 2022    5 Ways To Embarrass Your Teen By Simply Existing   It doesn’t matter how objectively cool you are, whether you know the latest slang or part your hair in the middle. If you are a teenager’s mother, then yawning, breathing, and walking in their genera…

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March 21, 2022 at 3:19 PM

YOU’RE INVITED: The Shape Of You: Raising Girls To Love Their Bodies

See What's New From Live.Work.Thrive    Ready To Thrive?          Our award-winning series delivers the facts from leading experts to help you make informed decisions that are right for your family. Stay connected, follow us on Instagram @liveworkthrive.   UPCOMING EVENTS APRIL 5 AT 7 PM ESTThe S…

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March 18, 2022 at 9:09 PM

Clean Out Your Closet To Feel Better About Your Body

That dress isn’t perfect unless it’s perfect for you.    Mar 18, 2022    Just Get Rid Of That Ill-Fitting Dress Already   Daylight Savings Time, itchy eyes from the sudden deluge of pollen, your child suddenly talking about making a “leprechaun trap” – spring is here! If you’re anything like me, th…

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March 17, 2022 at 3:10 PM

H&M Kids’ Playful Spring Arrivals Start At Just $4.99

From durable denim to organic cotton basics   Mar 17, 2022    PRESENTED BY H&M H&M Kids Is Your One-Stop-Shop For Cute, Functional, & Affordable Spring Essentials   Spring is all about getting outdoors with our little ones: afternoons at the park, sunny weekend pool parties, and plenty…

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March 16, 2022 at 9:15 PM

What Will We Tell Our Grandkids About The Last Two Years?

Nana, what did you do during the pandemic?    Mar 16, 2022    What Will We Tell Our Grandkids About The Last Two Years?   A couple of months into the pandemic, I bought a cheap plastic box and started shoving Covid-related odds and ends inside. (It’s too ugly and chaotic to call a “memory box.”) It…

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March 15, 2022 at 9:14 PM

When The Supply Chain Shortages Came For Sperm

They say there’s no perfect time to start a family.   Mar 15, 2022    On Planning For A Baby Despite A Global Pandemic   “My wife and I had always intended to start a family, and everyone will tell you there’s no perfect time. Even in a pandemic.” That’s novelist Georgia Clark on their decision to …

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March 15, 2022 at 3:13 PM

PSA: There’s Nothing Embarrassing About Vaginal Health

PSA: There’s Nothing Embarrassing About Vaginal Health   Mar 15, 2022    With Products From OLLY, You Never Have To Apologize For How You Do Self-Care  Presented by OllyWhen it comes to vaginal health, there’s a misconception that it should be something we don’t talk about — at least, not above a w…

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March 14, 2022 at 9:09 PM

Truly, Thank God For The Bathroom

An ode to the place where, hopefully, you can sometimes get five minutes alone.   Mar 14, 2022    Sometimes You Just Have To Hide In The Bathroom   Hi there! I’m Kelly, and I’m the new executive editor here at Scary Mommy. Starting today, I’ll be the voice of Scary Mommy’s daily newsletter, popping…

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March 12, 2022 at 6:14 PM

Make It An Easter You’ll Never Forget

Make It An Easter You’ll Never Forget   Mar 12, 2022    Stock Up On The Easter Essentials You Need — For Less! — At Walmart  Presented by WalmartBetween the egg hunt and the overflowing baskets, Easter Sunday is truly magical when you’re a kid. For parents, it’s a little more complicated. Host the …

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March 10, 2022 at 10:15 PM

My Kids Broke Up With Me

There goes my social life!    Mar 10, 2022    My Kids Broke Up With Me   During the pandemic, my children, four tweens and teens, became my best friends: my walking companions and sous chefs, my audience for terrible jokes, and my dance partners while cleaning the kitchen. My kids were my “party” o…

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March 9, 2022 at 10:34 PM

A Love Letter To Our Kids’ TV Shows

Or, how Peppa Pig saved me    Mar 9, 2022    A Love Letter To Our Kids' TV Shows   In late February 2020, flustered and rushing into the house to deal with a vomiting three-year-old, I fell in my driveway and twisted the absolute hell out of my ankle. After an urgent care trip, my toddler and I spe…

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March 9, 2022 at 4:18 PM

This New Hair Care Line Is A Must-Have For Your Curly Hair Kiddos

Scary Mommy Spotted Aussie Kids’ New Hair Care Line Is A Must-Have For Your Curly Hair Kiddos If you’ve been struggling to find hair care that works for your kids’ unique curls, you’re not alone. The good news is Aussie Kids has you covered with their brand-new Curly and Moist collections. Made wit…

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March 8, 2022 at 10:16 PM

The Milestone I Didn’t Know Was Coming

What I learned when I stopped giving a crap what people think.    Mar 08, 2022    To steal a line from the beloved MTV series “Real World,” what happens when people stop being polite, and start being real?   That’s a question that writer Brandy Ferner explores in her great piece, “The Milestone I D…

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March 7, 2022 at 10:39 PM

What It Means To Be A Scary Mommy Now

Welcome to our brand new site!   Mar 07, 2022    What It Means To Be A Scary Mommy Now   Welcome to our new, spiffy newsletter, which accompanies our brand-spanking-new website design over at scarymommy.com (go check it out!).I’m Kate, Scary Mommy’s new(ish) editor-in-chief, and, along with my wond…

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March 4, 2022 at 10:15 PM

I Wonder If My Marriage Could Have Been Saved With More ‘Us’ Time

Scary Mommy Minute Plus, Don’t Mess With A Mom’s Sacred Space   I Wonder If My Marriage Could Have Been Saved With More ‘Us’ Time My husband had pleaded with me — we hadn’t been alone since the baby was born, and we even took him to our first-anniversary dinner because I wasn’t ready to get a sitt…

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March 3, 2022 at 10:10 PM

What Is Unconscious Gaslighting? Spoiler Alert: It Can Be A Relationship Wrecker

Scary Mommy Minute Plus, I Stopped Smiling During The Pandemic, And It Feels Great ADVERTISEMENT   What Is Unconscious Gaslighting? Spoiler Alert: It Can Be A Relationship Wrecker When we think about gaslighting, it tends to be in the context of one person intentionally attempting to manipulate ano…

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March 2, 2022 at 10:12 PM

What This Texas Mom Of A Trans Kid Wants You To Know

Scary Mommy Minute Plus, My Wife & I Give Each Other 3 Hours Of Alone Time Each Week   What This Texas Mom Of A Trans Kid Wants You To Know Last week, Texas Governor Greg Abbott ordered state child welfare officials to start child abuse investigations into reports of transgender kids receiving…

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March 1, 2022 at 10:11 PM

Yes, Amicable Divorce Is Possible!

Scary Mommy Minute Plus, I Used The ‘Heartbeat Hug’ To Calm Tantrums   Yes, Amicable Divorce Is Possible! A Divorce Attorney Offers Actionable Advice Any way you look at it, divorce is one of the most challenging and heartbreaking transitions in life. Between the tears and the division of assets, …

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February 28, 2022 at 10:11 PM

20 Things Teen Girls Wish Their Moms Knew

Scary Mommy Minute Plus, How to Save Money For A Vacation With Kids And Avoid The Bank Account Blues   20 Things Teen Girls Wish Their Moms Knew As a writer for teen girls and a mom of three teen daughters, I’m always looking for ways to build bridges between their hearts and mine. I’ve seen how d…

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February 28, 2022 at 5:23 PM

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February 28, 2022 at 4:12 PM

You’re Ready To Vaccinate Your Child Against COVID-19 — Now What?

Scary Mommy Spotted IN PARTNERSHIP WITH Walgreens With Over 60 Million COVID-19 Vaccines Safely In Arms, Walgreens Is The Place Parents Trust We know that every decision you make about your child’s health feels like a really big decision. Now that kids age 5 and up are eligible to be vaccinated ag…

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February 25, 2022 at 10:11 PM

I Regret My Son’s Name

Scary Mommy Minute Plus, How I Beat My Teens At Their Own Game   I Regret My Son’s Name Now, I know, there are a few of you reading this rolling your eyes, thinking of much worse names that you’ve heard over the years. And sure, I’ve heard worse names. I went to high school with a kid named Larry …

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February 24, 2022 at 10:16 PM

I Cleaned Homes For 8 Years, And It Taught Me A Lot About People

Scary Mommy Minute Plus, ‘Fiver Parties’ For Birthdays Make Everyone’s Life Easier ADVERTISEMENT   My Husband Is A Workaholic And Something’s Got To Give I know a lot of us do our work after what many deem to be working hours. We are guilty of sending a text or two and replying to emails when we sh…

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February 23, 2022 at 10:16 PM

We’ve All Forgotten How To Socialize, Haven’t We?

Scary Mommy Minute Plus, Let’s Normalize Men Not Weaponizing Their Incompetence   We’ve All Forgotten How To Socialize, Haven’t We? The doorbell rings and my husband looks at me like a deer in headlights and whispers: “I’ve forgotten how to answer the door.” We are hosting friends for dinner for t…

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February 23, 2022 at 5:12 PM

Get Your Child On The Fast Track To Coding

Scary Mommy Spotted IN PARTNERSHIP WITH BYJU Explore Free Trial Coding Classes With BYJU BYJU'S FutureSchool is an online education technology platform that offers private — one student to one dedicated teacher — online classes, with an engaging curriculum that keeps your child excited to learn. A…

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February 22, 2022 at 10:12 PM

Covid Has Made Me Hate People

Scary Mommy Minute Plus, My Whole Approach to Sleep Training Changed After My Third Kid   Covid Has Made Me Hate People I sit in the same corner of the couch every night after my kids go to sleep. I curl up under a blanket, crack open a fresh Diet Coke, and power eat M&Ms while mindlessly scro…

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February 21, 2022 at 10:11 PM

How In The World Does An Only Child Parent Siblings?

Scary Mommy Minute Plus, Are Time-Outs Damaging To Toddlers? What Are Some Alternatives?   How In The World Does An Only Child Parent Siblings? I can read their silences, body language, and facial expressions to suss out when it’s been a hard day at school, a sickness is about to descend, or a mes…

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February 21, 2022 at 4:04 PM

Money, Sex, and Happiness: Find Out How to Keep Thriving After Kids

See what's new from Live.Work.Thrive.    Ready to Thrive?          Watch Live.Work.Thrive. for up-to-date information on the issues parents are facing in the new normal. Our award-winning series delivers the facts from leading experts to help you make informed decisions that are right for your fam…

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February 18, 2022 at 10:11 PM

I Am Living With A Verbally Abusive Spouse, And It Is Soul-Sucking

Scary Mommy Minute Plus, How To Help Your Teen Learn Coping Skills For Stress And Anxiety   I Am Living With A Verbally Abusive Spouse, And It Is Soul-Sucking Based on social media, you’d think we’re great. You can follow our relationship through our photos and my posts from our early dating days …

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February 17, 2022 at 10:16 PM

The Morning After I Asked For A Divorce

Scary Mommy Minute Plus, What To Know About Teens And ‘Sadfishing’ ADVERTISEMENT   The Morning After I Asked For A Divorce There is a stillness in the air, a hush on our house. If someone peered in our windows, they would think nothing of what they saw; it is nothing more than any other dark, well-…

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February 16, 2022 at 10:11 PM

My Kids Will Always Have Chores Without Getting Paid To Do Them

Scary Mommy Minute Plus, Stop Victim Shaming And Focus On Survivors Healing   My Kids Will Always Have Chores Without Getting Paid To Do Them When my kids were young they all had little jobs to do. It was something I was brought up doing, and it seemed natural to teach them how to put their dishes…

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February 15, 2022 at 10:12 PM

Stop Telling Me My Kids Will Be Fine

Scary Mommy Minute Plus, 5 Crucial Things Anyone Interested In Dating A Woman With Kids Should Know   Stop Telling Me My Kids Will Be Fine Sitting in the school pickup line, my mind starts racing. It is the first quiet moment of my day – the baby is contentedly gazing out the window from her carse…

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February 14, 2022 at 10:11 PM

Confessions Of A Lousy Friend

Scary Mommy Minute Plus, 14 Reasons Why Valentine’s Day Sucks   Confessions Of A Lousy Friend It’s never been easy for me to make friends. Not as a kid in school, and certainly not as an adult. Of course, I thought it would get easier as I got older, but it never did. Honestly, it used to feel so …

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February 14, 2022 at 8:44 PM

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