Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Is Midlife Sex The Best Sex?

Bring it on.
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Feb. 11, 2026
Is Midlife Sex The Best Sex?
Emma Chao/Scary Mommy; Midjourney
Knows What She Wants
Is Midlife Sex The Best Sex?

You're no longer touched out by hours of childcare, writes Katie Bingham Smith. Conclusion: Bring it on.

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U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (L) and Administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Mehmet Oz (R) look on in the Oval Office at the White House on January 29, 2026 in Washington, DC. U.S.
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"Oh, Come On"
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Smut Books To Read When You Want To Get Hot But You're Too Lazy To Have Sex
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Tuesday, February 10, 2026

To All The Moms I've Judged Before

Give 'er grace.
Scary Mommy Daily
Feb. 10, 2026
Stressed mom who judged other moms
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you deserve grace
To All the Moms I've Judged Before

The message in this oldie-but-a-goodie is clear: We've all been that sanctimommy silently judging other moms whether we care to admit it or not.

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Based on the popular novel of the same name, 'Vladimir' is Netflix's steamy new limited series about fantasy and desire. Here's everything we know.

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When you need to get off the couch and get some stuff done, try one of these 18 mom-approved mental shifts.

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Enemies-to-lovers books capture romantic tension like no other novels can, because hate and love are really two sides of the same coin.

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When winter hits hard and your family is desperate for the ocean, Etéreo, Auberge Collection actually delivers relief. Family beach trips don't usually feel restorative — but here, you can finally exhale. Set above lush mangroves along the Caribbean coast, the resort feels like a serene world apart (very unlike your current laundry situation).

Designed for easy togetherness, every accommodation offers expansive terraces, forest or ocean views, and seamless indoor-outdoor living, so no one feels on top of each other. Parents can lean on Chavitos Kids Club and babysitting services when a night off feels necessary, not indulgent. Add thoughtful Mexican dining, personalized butler service, and a private white-sand beach, and this is family travel that feels joyful — not exhausting.

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Peak season in the Maldives is when a family beach escape feels doable. Calm seas and clear visibility make snorkeling easy (and not stressful), while a dedicated Kids Retreat gives parents a real break and not just a change of scenery. Add spacious villas with direct beach or lagoon access and warm, genuinely attentive hospitality, and you'll get a combination that feels increasingly rare when traveling with kids.

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Sometimes the smartest getaways are the ones that don't make everything harder. At Sentral Alea Miami, apartment-style layouts with full kitchens and in-unit laundry save your sanity. With Miami Beach steps away and enough space for everyone to spread out, it's a setup that requires way less mental gymnastics.

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Monday, February 9, 2026

How Do I Balance “It’s Safe to Tell Me” With Consequences?

Thought-provoking.
Scary Mommy Daily
Feb. 9, 2026
Ask Scary Mommy: How Do I Balance
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Ask Scary Mommy: How Do I Balance "It's Safe to Tell Me" With Consequences?

This week, our Ask Scary Mommy feels like it's personally written for me. The question: How do you make sure your teen knows they can trust you in a crisis — whether that's when they've been out past curfew, or did something they weren't meant to do — without real consequences? It's a thought-provoking one, even for those of us who have yet to embark on these years.

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Augusta Cummins, 13, Robin Stromvall, 14, and Priscilla Cummins, 15, skip school to join a nationwide Ice Out of Everywhere protest at Pasadena City College, where a Fight Back Friday demonstration has been held for almost a year, on Friday, January 30, 2026.
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Americans of all ages are calling for the abolition of ICE. But what if you've never protested before, and your teen is asking for permission to attend one?

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Is Midlife Sex The Best Sex?

Bring it on. Feb. 11, 2026 Emma Chao/Scary Mommy; Midjourney Knows What She Wants Is Midlife Sex The Best Sex? You're no longer ...