Thursday, July 23, 2026

What Is 'Competence Fatigue'?

It's exhausting!
Scary Mommy Daily
Jul. 23, 2026
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What Is Competence Fatigue? Therapists Explain Why Being "The Capable One" Is So Exhausting

Therapists explain why "competence fatigue" hits women hardest, and how to break the cycle of being the one with lots of responsibility but little support.

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I’m A Busy Mom Who Tried 7 Fake Tans So You Don’t Have To

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10 Best Summer Snacks To Stash In Your Bag For The Beach Or Pool

A self-proclaimed snack snob's guide to no-melt, no-fridge snacks that cover spicy, sweet, salty, sour, and "sip."

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Here's Comes The Sun (& Guilt)
Nothing Says #BadMom Like A Kid With A Sunburn

One mom unpacks the guilt spiral (and fear of judgment) that comes with accidentally letting the sun get the best of your kid's skin.

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Check Back In With The Original Housewives
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Check Back In With The Original Housewives

The lawns are emerald green. The casseroles are made from scratch. The smiles are perfect. Of course, absolutely nothing is what it seems... and it's impossible to get enough. We’re talking about Desperate Housewives. Consider this some bad news for your weekend outdoor plans because every juicy, drama-filled episode is streaming now on Hulu.

Here's a little history lesson: Long before "Housewives" became its own TV genre, the women of Wisteria Lane were already tickling the guilty-pleasure part of your brain with complicated marriages, family drama, and shocking secrets. Whether you're revisiting this classic or watching it for the first time, prepare to get completely wrapped up in the lives of TV's most unforgettable neighbors.

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Tuesday, July 21, 2026

I Couldn't Orgasm Until After I Gave Birth

Yup.
Scary Mommy Daily
Jul. 21, 2026
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Life's Little Mysteries...
I Couldn't Orgasm Until After I Gave Birth

An anonymous writer shares her struggle with anorgasmia, and how childbirth finally helped her find her missing O.

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35 Baby Names For Parents Who Want To Live In A Nancy Meyers Movie

From Iris and Graham to Erica and Arthur, these Nancy Meyers baby names are warm, classic, and full of mock-turtleneck charm. Pour the white wine.

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Chelsea Anderson Is The Michael Jordan Of Babysitting For A Reason

Scary Mommy spoke to Anderson about her best tips and tricks for surviving the rest of the summer while the kids are home.

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Like, Can We Just Have Fun?
How Do You Instill Good Sportsmanship In Kids? Haaland Inspired The Moms

All of us moms want to know how to replicate Erling Haaland’s attitude, more so than his talent.

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It's OK, Actually
We Need To Talk About The Friendships We're Letting Go

Letting go of a longtime friendship can leave you swimming in guilt. Therapists explain why friendships naturally fade as we age, and why it isn't a failure.

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What Is 'Competence Fatigue'?

It's exhausting! ...