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A Woman Is Warning Parents About Super Spicy Books Their Tween Might Bring Home
Parents typically don’t want to discourage their kids from reading. Anytime I catch my kid with a book in their hand, I’m filled with a sense of pride. First, because those few moments of reading definitely cancel out the three hours of tablet time, and second, because I, myself, am an avid reader. I’d love to see my child follow in my nerdy footsteps.
My Kid Looks Like A Teen & It Freaks Me Out
Ariela Basson/Scary Mommy; Getty Images, Shutterstock, Stocksy. My son’s lacrosse game has just ended, and I’m waiting for him to make his way across the field. He’s moving slowly, with two fists full of gear, attempting to shake sweat out of his hair as he high-fives teammates while he walks. The mom next to me laughs as she looks in my direction. “My God,” she says. “He looks 15!”
A New Mom Has Lost All Love For Her Pets Since Her Baby Was Born
We love our fur babies. Many of us are devoted ‘fur parents’ before we venture into the world of human offspring. Then suddenly, you have a baby to take care of and can’t imagine who TF thought it was cool to bring wild animals indoors. How can you love a thing that sets its bare butt on the same surface where your precious angel has tummy time?
These Easy S'mores Hacks Will Make You The Queen Of Summer
Everyone knows the classic s'mores: graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate gooeyness. It's the quintessential summer treat! In fact, Google searches for "s'mores" tips, tricks, and recipes spike during this time of year — presumably because it's camping season, and what goes better with camping than s'mores? Fortunately, TikTok comes through once again with fresh twists on this popular dessert snack. From portable s'mores to adding unexpected ingredients (yes, including deep-fried s'mores), you'll have a s'more for every occasion.
Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz, & Eddie Murphy Are Heading Back To The Swamp In Shrek 5
It’s been almost 15 years since we last heard from Shrek, Princess Fiona, and Donkey, but DreamWorks Animation has announced that we’ll be returning to the land of happily ever after on July 1, 2026. Better still, the original cast we know and love, including Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz, and Eddie Murphy, will all be reprising their roles. All our nostalgic wishes are coming true; time to dust off those Smashmouth CDs...
This Mom Is Defending The Very Hefty Lunch She Packed For 9-Year-Old Daughter
One mom is putting all of us to shame when it comes to making school lunches. She’s going viral for her elaborate and hefty meals, leaving some Instagram users commenting on her videos with confusion, questions, and a lot of humor. “Make my 9-year-old daughter’s school lunch at 6...
A Dad Asks If Any Parent Actually Enjoys Playing With Their Kids
A dad on Reddit wonders if he’s in the minority when it comes to his lackluster desire to play with his toddler. “As basically all parents do, I really love my son and there are some really enjoyable moments as well as some really difficult and exhausting moments. So far, so normal and expected,” he begins in his post shared on the /Parenting subreddit.
The Song List For Disney’s Newly Revamped Country Bear Jamboree Is Honestly Amazing
In what has already been a year of big changes for Disney World (Tiana’s Bayou Adventure! New Star Tours adventures! Lightning Lane updates!), there’s another exciting update on the horizon. Very soon, the newly reimagined Country Bear Musical Jamboree will make its boot-stompin’, paw-clappin’ debut. The...
Yes, You Should Talk To Your Cisgender Son About Periods
One way or another, our sons will encounter people on their periods throughout their lives: sisters, spouses, classmates, dates… the list goes on. So, it seems only logical that, as parents, we’d want to talk to them about what menstruation is and how it’s a totally natural thing that happens to people around them. Why not better prepare them so they don’t end up making fun of or traumatizing someone? After all, getting your period is traumatizing enough.
I’ve Actually Learned So Much About Self-Love From My Skincare-Obsessed Tweens
Ariela Basson/Scary Mommy; Getty Images, Shutterstock, Amazon. Like most parents, I was a bit flummoxed when my 10-year-old twins began asking for lavish skincare products I wouldn’t even splurge on for my own 40-year-old skin. Largely driven by the YouTubers they follow, they presented me with an Amazon wishlist that made me howl with laughter. They have Nordstrom taste on a CVS budget.
What Is Toxic Stress Syndrome In Kids, & How Can Parents Help?
Feeling a little stressed out, or a lot? You're not alone. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, about 40 million adults in the U.S. suffer from anxiety, and stress is at the root of the cause. Though the human body is designed to deal with a certain level of stress, too much and for too long can result in long-term adverse effects on our mental and physical health. Unfortunately, stress can have the same impact on children.
This Woman Wonders If She’s Overreacting After Her Sister Shared Her Baby-To-Be’s Incredibly Odd Name
Parents give their kids weird names sometimes. It all started when Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin had to go ahead and name their kid “Apple,” didn’t it? That was the beginning of the strange, out-of-the-box naming of children. We couldn’t just stick to Jennifer or John. We had to start looking around the room and naming our kids after household items (ie. Blanket Jackson).
A Wife Sent Her Stay-At-Home Husband To A Hotel To Relax
Being a stay-at-home parent is not for the faint of heart. You’re never off the clock. You’re touched out before 10 a.m. Your office is your home, and you’re working 24/7. There’s no switch that goes on and off for a stay-at-home between being an active parent and an employee. Taking care of their kids and their home is their job, and as we know, being a SAHP is pretty much the hardest job out there.
The Morning Show
The Morning Show is gearing up for a fourth season of newsroom drama. On July 8, the Apple TV+ show's stars Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston confirmed production on Season 4 is underway with new behind-the-scenes photos shared on Instagram. Both actors shared snaps of themselves posing alongside costar Tig Notaro at what appeared to be a table read and a photo of the first script from the new season. Witherspoon also threw in a photo of herself with several members of the crew standing in front of her trailer on set.
Yes, You've Got To Teach Your Kids How To Wash Themselves
Ariela Basson/Scary Mommy; Getty Images, Shutterstock, Amazon. Bath time was so much fun when my kids were younger. There were bubbles galore and fruity, fresh scents. It was also pretty low-stakes. Bathing was more about having a routine, winding down at night and getting rogue marker marks off their faces. It wasn’t really about making sure they didn’t stink. But all that’s changed now. Because bless these tweens, but their puberty funk is strong… and hella smelly.
Don’t Let Summer Start Without Having These Convos With Your Kids
If you think you can take a deep breath at the end of a long school year, I’ve got some news for you: There’s more work to do. Sorry! Because no matter where your kids spend the summer, hanging out in the neighborhood or camping in the woods, riding the bus downtown or a first job, there are many, many conversations you need to have to prepare them for independence.
'I Have A Crush On My Toddler's Friend's Dad'
This week in the Scary Mommy Confessional, we hear about not one but two secret crushes—plus the usual wide range of other issues on people’s minds. Bad bosses? Check. Difficult mothers (who become difficult MILs)? Check. Divorce, annoying husbands, and chewing that drives you crazy? Check, check, annnnnd check. Read on for the full roundup.
25 Regal Baby Names That Mean “King”
Finding the perfect name for your baby is no easy task. And no pressure, they'll only be stuck with it for their entire life! That's why you can't go wrong with a classic name rooted in history. Sure, you could find inspiration within your own family's history, but if you're hoping your child will be a great leader one day, bestowing them with a name associated with monarchs couldn't hurt. And these baby names that mean "king" will definitely give you all the royal vibes.
This Dad Listed Off What Makes A “Lazy Father”
After I transitioned to working from home full-time, a little crack began to form in my marriage. See, I was still working full-time, but from the comforts of my couch. For some reason, there seemed to be some kind of misunderstanding between me and my husband now that I was a remote worker. Just because I wasn't commuting, sitting at a desk, and eating a crappy salad in the break room with my coworkers, I was suddenly not working as hard or “as much” as he was.
TikToker Breaks Down "The Nag Paradox" That Creates Fights For So Many Couples
One of the most common dynamics in a household relies on one person organizing, managing, and delegating while the other (sometimes reluctantly) follows suit. Educator and Time To Lean podcast host, Laura Danger, coined this household dynamic, “The Nag Paradox.”. Danger calls this “partnership” the Nag Paradox because while...
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