Have I Taken Body Positivity Too Far With My Kids?!

Is that possible?

Apr. 30, 2026 Maskot/Maskot/Getty Images too much? Have I Taken Body Positivity Too Far With My Kids? As a millennial raised during toxic diet culture, I was determined to break the cycle. But have we swung the pendulum a little too hard in the other direction? Read More ⮕ Latest Jill Lehmann Photography/Moment/Getty Images 🥀🕯️🐦‍⬛📚 29 Baby Names That Feel A Little Moody, From Bram To Willow Want something that feels artsy, heartfelt, and dare I say, even a little tragic? If you’re looking for names that feel a little moody, we’ve got you covered. Read More. *Add To Cart* Why Are We Obsessed With Finding Needoh Toys For Our Kids? Buying your kid something they want is a mom win, but what happens when it becomes more about *you* winning than your kid's wants? Read More. MOAimage/Moment/Getty Images 🧖‍♀️🧖‍♀️🧖‍♀️ 21 Beauty Products Scary Mommy Editors Reached For All Through April Serums, shampoos, sprays, and more — here's every beauty product the editors of Scary Mommy have returned to again and again throughout the month of April. Read More. Featured Portrait Milano Presented by Inside Hotels 3 European Getaways That Are Fun For Everyone (Really) It is, in fact, possible to take your kids to Europe and enjoy yourself. The trick is choosing the right home base and keeping the itinerary relaxed. Fortunately, plenty of hotels manage to be family-friendly while still stylish enough to feel like a restorative vacation for you. Portrait Milano, located in the heart of Milan’s shopping district, overlooks a 32,000-square-foot piazza and is walkable to iconic sights like the Duomo and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. After a long day of exploring, return to the hotel for crowd-pleasing Milanese dishes at 10_11, the hotel’s restaurant — and a well-deserved aperitivo for mom. The hotel offers two-bedroom suites specifically tailored to visiting families. Book Now ⮕ Bon Voyage Hotel Sacher Salzburg The first thing to tell your kids about this family-run gem in Vienna: it’s home to the Original Sacher-Torte, a world-renowned chocolate cake. Families can also book the Petit Sacher experience, which includes a welcome gift, activity booklet, tiny bathrobes, and teddy-bear bed linens. Score extra “cool mom” points by reserving an Original Sound of Music Tour through the concierge. Book Now ⮕ Nau Sao Rafael Suites For the all-inclusive experience abroad, head to this easygoing resort on Portugal’s Algarve coast. The property offers multiple options for rooms, suites, and family accommodations, along with an on-site Kids Club for children ages 3 to 13. Grown-ups can explore the tennis court, book nearby adventures like horseback riding and catamaran trips, or unwind at the Wellness Hub spa before regrouping with the whole crew over a relaxed meal. Book Now ⮕ What Else We’re Reading: ⮕ 19 Children's Books Every Adult Should Re-Read In The Summer ⮕ Amazing Things To Do With Your Kids Around Laax, Switzerland, In Summer ⮕ The Mall Raised Us. I Wish My Kids Had The Same Rite Of Passage.

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I Spent Years Wishing My Husband Would Ask What I Needed

And then I froze.

Apr. 28, 2026 Adene Sanchez/Getty Images Stop Asking Me What To Do I Spent Years Wishing My Husband Would Ask What I Needed. When He Did, I Froze. I rehearsed what I'd say if my husband ever asked what I needed. When he finally did, I had nothing. Here's what that taught me. Read More ⮕ Latest aire images/Moment/Getty Images Goodbye, Money What Do You Do When Your Kid's Hobby Becomes *Too* Expensive? One Parent Asked Reddit We want our kids to have hobbies and love them, but what do you do if one hobby has gotten a little too expensive for you and your family? Read More. Milky Way/Moment/Getty Images Pass The Sunscreen If You Want Your Kid To Have A '90s Summer, You Have To Be A '90s Summer Mom We want our kids to have the summers we did as a kid, but are we willing to be THAT summer mom? Read More. Fiordaliso/Moment/Getty Images ugh The Self-Care Industrial Complex Is Gaslighting Moms If self-care actually worked, moms wouldn't still be this burned out. So why does it feel like we're being sold "solutions" instead of support? Read More. Featured Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa Presented by Inside Hotels These Family-Friendly Getaways Are A Breath Of Fresh Air If you’re planning a family vacation, remember this: the happiness of the group is directly proportional to the amount of stuff you’re schlepping at any given time. That’s why scenic resort vacations are the absolute best. Once you’ve arrived, you’ve arrived. No complicated itineraries, no lines, no car to pack and repack. Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa, true to its name, is a luxurious lakeside gem in the Adirondack Mountains. The on-site amenities will please every member of your family. If they’re not satisfied with tennis or pickleball, they can also canoe, kayak, and paddleboard. Don’t want to swim in the lake? They’ve got heated indoor and outdoor pools to choose from. And when it’s your turn to unwind, you can book an Adirondack Maple Sugar Body Scrub at The Spa. This pristine destination gives you direct access to nature while remaining just a short walk from the Olympic Village in Lake Placid. Book Now ⮕ More East Coast Getaways Omni Mount Washington Resort Channel peak New England vibes at this landmark resort. Take in the sweeping views of Mt. Washington from your room or take a gondola up to Rosebrook Lodge, a mountaintop dining destination serving elevated regional classics. During the summer months, your family can enjoy 27 holes of golf, tennis on red clay courts, and horseback riding. Inside tip: Book two nights and enjoy a third night and $50 dining credit on the house. Book Now ⮕ Hotel Anthracite Located in Carbondale, PA, this hotel pays tribute to the area’s industrial past as a mining and railroad town, complete with historic photos and artifacts. Explore the walkable downtown district or hop on a bike to cruise the 30-mile D&H Rail Trail. Don’t want to leave your furry family member at home? Gracie’s Wagaway Package makes it easy to bring your dog along for the trip. Book now ⮕ What Else We’re Reading: ⮕ 11 Thoughtful Gifts For The Eco-Conscious Mom In Your Life ⮕ 13 Early 2000s Teen Movies That Raised Us ⮕ 11 Meatless Dinner Ideas That Are Big On Flavor & Savings

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