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The Top 10 Most Family-Friendly Cities For Summer Vacation, According To New Study
Summer may be flying by, but there’s still plenty of time to squeeze in at least one family getaway. In this economy, though, you want to know that wherever you travel, you’re getting the most bang for your buck — and that means not spending your entire vacation feeling like the place you visit isn't keen on having the kiddos around. As luck would have it, a new study could help you home in on the most family-friendly U.S. cities to visit next.
Kourtney Kardashian Is Sticking To Different Postpartum Choices This Time Around
Whether you’re brand new to motherhood or a seasoned veteran, postpartum is a delicate time. Her 4th time around, Kourtney Kardashian knows what she wants and is setting the boundaries to make it happen. In the latest episode of The Kardashians on Hulu, Kourtney reveals how she’s doing postpartum differently with Rocky, the baby she shares with husband Travis Barker.
Moms & Dads Share What Age They Think Is Toughest To Parent
They say, ‘The days are long, but the years are short.’ But if you’ve been at this parenting thing awhile, you may have noticed that some years are longer than others. We asked our readers, ‘What’s the worst age?’ As always, our brilliant audience (that’s you!) had plenty of insight to share. Answers vary, but there are definitely some recurring themes.
Mother-In-Law Keeps Calling Herself 'Mommy' While Babysitting Granddaughter
You have to hand it to this generation of grandmas, they’ve come up with an incredible variety of nicknames. If you’re not ready to be Grandma, you can be Nana, Gam-Gam, Grammy, MiMi... there are so many possibilities!. One term of endearment is off limits though. The title...
Sonic Just Unveiled A New $1.99 Menu — & It’s Here To Stay
Remember when going to Sonic was a rare treat because they weren't everywhere, like many other fast-food chains? It was the "road trip treat" or "emergency exit" spot. Over time, they've expanded their locations, making it easy for fans to get their hands on favorites like a gigantic Route 44 dirty soda or gooey fried mozzarella sticks. And yet, it's become more difficult for families to eat out (even fast food) — everything is just so dang expensive! Sonic's solution: A new permanent $1.99 menu.
Your Queer Historical Romance Of The Summer Is You Should Be So Lucky
Author Cat Sebastian got her start writing queer Regency romances that played with one of the oldest and most storied subgenres in romance. And then, around the time of the pandemic, she tried a little something different — a series of novels and novellas set in midcentury America. And folks, I simply cannot get enough of them.
A Woman Totally Dismantled This Epic 'Boy Meets World' Romance With One TV Clip
In the late ‘90s, Boy Meets World was pretty much everything to me. Friday nights were spent in front of the TV, holding our breath over what would happen to Cory and Topanga. Would she forgive him for cheating on her with Ski Lodge Lauren? Would she go to...
13 Fantasy Books For Dragon-Obsessed Kids
One of my proudest moments as a parent was when I realized that I had successfully convinced my kid that books prominently featuring dragons are, objectively, extremely cool and good. Now, she’s only 7, and there’s plenty of time for her to decide that mom is a massive nerd and...
A Woman Didn’t Immediately Tell Her Husband That Their Teen Daughter Had Sex — And He’s Livid
When our teens open up to us about something deeply personal, it’s up to us, as their parents, to take in that information and be extremely tactful. They trust us. We are their safe space. That bond could easily be broken in an instant if they learn we’ve breached that trust.
My Kids Aren't Even Allowed In Their Friends' TikToks
Raising kids in this digital age is a lot — and honestly, kind of terrifying. Sure, it’s not the wild west of chat rooms and AOL instant messenger that we grew up on, but there are tons of unique challenges that come with raising tech-savvy Gen Alpha kids. So many kids use their tablets to play games, computers to do homework, and phones to get lost in social media for hours. Not my kids, though. In fact, I won’t even let them appear in their friends’ TikToks. Sorry, not even for those goofy dance challenges.
5 Must-Have Summer Fashion Pieces For Moms Who Still Want To Look Cool
Well, #hotmom summer is finally here, and since we are all likely feeling a bit frustrated and overwhelmed with the kids at home all day, I decided to take it upon myself to make sure we at least look cool while doing it. And before you dismiss me, feeling too exhausted and overwhelmed to give a sh*t about your personal fashion game, I want to assure you that the solutions I am about to propose are low-lift. Because contrary to popular belief, cool is often about looking effortless — and that is something all moms can embrace.
Working Dad Explains Why He Still Takes Night Shifts With The Baby Even Though His Wife Is On Leave
The first few months of newborn life take parents on a wild ride — a sleepless, waking zombie kind of ride that requires brute mental strength. So many parents are doing those night wakings and endless feedings with zero villages. So many moms are up during those sleepless nights totally and completely alone because of unmotivated, disinterested partners.
This Mom Wants To Dispel The Notion That Raising Teenage Girls Is "Terrible"
Once I had my daughter, I was inundated with sexist and eye-roll-worthy comments about how hard girls can be to raise. They’re more expensive. They’re moody. They’re just plain difficult. Before my daughter could walk or talk, there were so many preconceived notions about who she was or what kind of person she would turn out to be.
Beat The Heat By Streaming These New Family Movies & Shows On Netflix In July
The dog days of summer are officially upon us, and they’re scorching. Who wants to go outside in this heat? Well, at least not until the sun retreats and offers a little reprieve from these stifling temps. With school out, that means you’ve got a lot of daytime hours to hide from the sun with your kids (and their pent-up energy). And while we’re all just out here trying to strike a healthy screen-time balance, no one would begrudge parents a bit more streaming during the long, hot days of summer — especially with Netflix adding a slew of movies and shows in July that the whole family can enjoy.
'I Can't Trust Anything My Husband Says'
When it comes to summer vacation, some of us wish we had a less structured work schedule, while others dread the vast open stretches of time without the year’s typical routines. This week in the Scary Mommy Confessional, we hear from parents in both camps. Of course, there’s also plenty that people want to share on other topics — like annoying phases, general exhaustion, and husbands who can’t be trusted. Read on for the full roundup.
What Are We Gonna Do Without The Middle Children?
Birth order is equally blamed and touted as a defining aspect of our characters and behavior patterns. And it’s got me worried: what are we gonna do, now that middle children are starting to disappear?. We used to have tons of middle children; eldests and youngests were in the...
Easy, Breezy Sets To Keep You Cool All Summer
Emma Chao/Scary Mommy; Photos Courtesy of Amazon, Old Navy, Target. Recently, Team Scary Mommy got started on the subject of sets — easy, breezy tops and bottoms to keep you cool that also don’t require thinking about what matches. Turns out we’ve got strong opinions, and we’re all either wearing them or actively shopping for them. And we decided to share them with you guys, because it’s too damn hot.
Amazon Keeps Selling Out Of These 60 Weird Things That Are So Damn Clever
Amazon’s hottest items keep selling out for a reason. I wouldn’t say it’s exactly like trying to get Taylor Swift tickets, but, scoring popular items like an umbrella hat and a wearable blanket can still bring a decent amount of joy at a considerably lower price than you’d expect. Scroll on to see what other clever yet weird things you’ll need to get your hands on now.
From Baby Shower To Grad Invite, Parents Swear By These Artsy Cards For All The Big Moments
I have a love-love relationship with Minted. Remember that old commercial with the guy who says he isn’t just the president of the Hair Club for Men but a client, too? That’s how I feel about Minted. I’m not the president and I have no affiliation, but I am a fangirl who uses its services regularly and feels strongly about letting everyone else know about its amazingness. Especially other parents, who know the importance of these milestones that arrive before we may be emotionally prepared for them.
What Is POTS, And How Common Is It In Tweens & Teens?
What do you know about POTS? Chances are you hadn't heard of this condition before, but it caught your attention in late June when Christina Applegate shared her 13-year-old daughter Sadie's diagnosis. Or you may have even seen a video about it on TikTok, where numerous people living with POTS have been creating content to help educate and raise awareness. It's not as uncommon as you might expect!
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