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Ready-To-Bake Texas Roadhouse Rolls Are Coming To Walmart’s Freezer Section
Why is it always, "Babe, what's for dinner?" and never, "Babe, I brought home a case of frozen Texas Roadhouse rolls and a kiddie pool of cinnamon butter?" There are few greater things in this world than biting into one of those soft, sweet, yeasty rolls from Texas Roadhouse. Especially when you straight-up dunk that mofo into the butter cup, instead of using a knife like a lady. Your baby's first laugh? Precious. That first jump in the pool on the Fourth of July? Glorious. But sinking your teeth into those hot-out-of-the-oven rolls while the chaos of a packed restaurant unfolds around you? Truly transcendent.
Yes, You Still Ovulate During Perimenopause — Even If Your Periods Are Very Irregular
Many of us are already familiar with the vague idea or concept of menopause — if for no other reason than because we once binge-watched Grace and Frankie on Netflix. We know that your body changes as you get older, and one of those (significant) changes is that your periods stop. You may be less familiar, though, with perimenopause and what happens before your periods come to a complete stop. And whether you're trying to conceive or actively trying ~not~ to, one of the questions you probably have is how to tell when you're ovulating during perimenopause.
I Lost A Ton Of Weight. My Husband Is Nervous.
Welcome to Ask A MWLTF (Yes, that’s Mother Who Likes to F*ck.), a monthly anonymous advice column from Scary Mommy. Here we’ll dissect all your burning questions about motherhood, sex, romance, intimacy, and friendship with the help of our columnist, Penelope, a writer and mental health practitioner in training. She’ll dish out her most sound advice for parents on the delicate dance of raising kids without sacrificing other important relationships. Email her at askpenelope@scarymommy.com.
Best Kid-Friendly Places To Travel On The West Coast This Winter
There’s a reason why people say that the west coast is the best coast! In a single day, you can swim at the beach and climb a snowcapped mountain. From California theme park staples to dreamy coastal towns in Washington, families have so much to choose from when it comes to kid-friendly places to travel on the West Coast during winter.
A New Mom Asked People To Share Why They Love Their Moms — And You’ll Cry Reading The Responses
A new mom put out a call to all her followers, sharing that she is “on a mission” to be the best mom she can be. She asked her followers to comment on her video and share what their own mom did when they were a child to make them speak about her in high regard as an adult.
Watch Paris Hilton Charm Congress And Then Rip Apart Harmful Youth Treatment Facilities
Most might know socialite and entrepreneur, Paris Hilton, for her “That’s hot!” catchphrase, smiling for paparazzi while wearing something right off the runway, or paling around with Nicole Richie on The Simple Life. However, in the past few years, Paris Hilton has surprised many by sharing some...
Is The Heartstopper Graphic Novel Series Appropriate For Tweens & Young Teens?
Ariela Basson/Scary Mommy; Hachette Children's Group, Getty Images. You may have heard a lot about Heartstopper, a series of graphic novels by Alice Oseman about high school students falling in love. This popular series — upon which Netflix based its popular show of the same name — tackles issues like first kisses, romance, queer love, bullying, and consent. To be very clear, this article is *not* about whether the queerness of Heartstopper is appropriate for tweens. Queerness is appropriate for everyone! But it is for parents wondering how much romance is in this romantic graphic novel… and is it too, ahem, graphic for a tween?
Youngest Kids Don't Get Nearly Enough Credit
The other day my oldest informed me that he had outgrown his tennis shoes and needed another pair. He was desperately trying to convince me that he needed an expensive pair of Air Jordans. My youngest was standing nearby and sweetly informed us that the only pair of shoes he owns is an old ratty pair of Nikes that has been handed down three times.
I Love Going On Road Trips With My Disabled Son — Here's How We Make It Work
In the past few years, my family of five has traveled thousands of miles with my son who has multiple disabilities including cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and Crohn’s Disease. Since my children are often all going in different directions based on their needs, especially with my son’s extensive physical therapy and doctor appointments, traveling is a chance to bring our family together in a shared experience. We’ve found that driving — from New Jersey to Florida to Maine to Michigan — is easiest for us, especially since we have a wheelchair accessible van. We can pack everything we need (and more), and it means we’re always traveling with our own setup. After numerous miles on the road, I’ve learned a lot. Here are the things I always do now, to make traveling with my family easier.
15 Middle Names For Noah, From Traditional To Just Plain Cool
Hop on any parenting board or join any parents' group on Facebook, and at least once a week, you'll see the same dilemma: someone needs help finding the perfect middle name for their little one. And if you've already picked Noah for your babe, you're probably one of those parents. Because the name itself is so short and carries that unique long -o sound, a lot of parents struggle to come up with middle names for Noah.
Disney Just Announced Big (Welcome) Changes To Genie+ & Lightning Lane
Despite its nickname of the Most Magical Place on Earth, Disney World can sometimes be anything but. It's hot, crowded, and often involves lots of long lines to get onto rides and attractions. In 2021, Disney introduced a new way you could skip those long lines with the introduction of Lightning Lanes — effectively replacing the former FastPass system. There are two ways to use Lightning Lanes: purchasing Disney Genie+, which allows you to select attractions throughout the day to use a Lightning Lane for. Or, an Individual Lightning Lane, which also comes at a cost but is just for entry into one single popular attraction.
This Mom Is Teaching Her Kids About Invisible Labor Early — Here’s How
Before we had the term ‘invisible labor,’ I carried the ambiguous sense of it. An awareness that the whole responsibility of motherhood is more exhausting than the sum of its tasks. Once we could name it, it felt like everyone was talking about the extra effort of anticipation, planning, execution, and management that go into running a household. The recognition was so validating! The thing is, recognition — “Thanks for all the invisible labor, Mom.” — isn’t enough.
Mom Wonders If She Should Have Returned A $100 Gift Given At A “No Gift” Birthday
“Your presence is the gift,” the invitation lies. Who among us hasn’t sent our child to a “no gift” birthday party empty-handed, only to be greeted by a table of gifts? It’s embarrassing. More than once, I’ve fished through my purse for an unused gift card or crisp bill to slip into the birthday card envelope.
A SAHM Asked Her Husband To Do More Chores Around The House — He Hired A Cleaner Instead
You could make a pretty strong argument that the fair distribution of household labor and chores is one of the biggest ongoing issues in relationships and marriages — it is simply hard to split housework equally 50/50 and not have either party feel resentment. This is exactly the issue...
DreamWorks Land At Universal Orlando Is A Dream Come True For Kids Of All Ages
Have you ever dreamed of hugging a big green ogre? How about learning martial arts from a certified kung fu master who also happens to be an oversized panda? Well then, you're in luck. Universal Orlando Resort is continuing to up the ante of offerings for guests of all ages. So much so that more and more families are making it the main attraction of their Florida vacation.
This Mom Says Youth Sports Are Harmful To Marriages: "We Never Had Actual Time To Connect"
After experiencing her son’s youth sports program, one mom is venting about how she believes youth sports and their ultra-competitive nature have become detrimental to families — and marriages in particular. TikTok content creator and mom Abby Eckel shared her hot take about kids and sports, sharing that,...
A Mom Gets So Honest About How Isolating Summer Can Feel With A New Baby
A mom in the Midwest found solidarity with other moms after sharing her struggles with having a new baby during the summer. Emily (@takeaminutemama) shared a video to her TikTok, asking if other parents were feeling the struggles of having babies during the heat of the summertime, wondering if they’re missing out on what summer is “supposed” to be like for families.
Yep, Male Menopause Is the Real Deal
I stared at my partner, incredulous, and demanded to know: “You’re what?!”. "I'm in menopause." He explained plaintively. “You can’t be,” I scoffed. “Why not?” I could feel his hackles rising now. "Because... Because that's my thing. And I just did that for ten awful...
Does Pickle Juice For Cramps Really Work?
Whether you occasionally wake up in the night plagued by a painful charley horse or you’ll do anything to ease those dreaded period cramps, there’s a good chance you’ve wondered if all the TikTok videos touting pickle juice as a miracle cure have any truth to them. Turns out, it’s worth a shot if you’ve got an extra jar on hand — though there is a chance you might not find much relief, as Dr. Chris Mohr, fitness and nutrition adviser at Fortune Recommends Health, tells Scary Mommy.
The Kansas City Chiefs Are Headed To Hallmark In A New Christmas Movie
The Kansas City Chiefs are continuing their streak as the most romantic team in the NFL with a new partnership with Hallmark. This Christmas season, the Chiefs are collaborating with the Hallmark Channel and Skydance Sports for Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story starring Tyler Hynes, Hunter King, and Ed Begley Jr. The film is set to be full of football and Christmas magic, uniting two of the world’s most passionate fandoms in the process.
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