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2 weeks ago | scarymommy.com | Arielle Tschinkel

*Cries In Student Loan Debt*Spoiler alert: This one requires frequent family discussions. by Arielle Tschinkel4 minutes agoPeter Dazeley/Getty ImagesAs college tuition costs continue to rise, many families feel the financial strain that comes with funding their child’s education.

2 weeks ago | scarymommy.com | Arielle Tschinkel

Hand Me A Heating PadGetting older... such a joy!by Arielle Tschinkel3 minutes agoArtMarie/Getty ImagesWhether you’re wrangling little kids all day long or simply have the luck of having been born in the 1900s, there’s a good chance you’ve woken up and thought, “Oh sh*t. Why does my back hurt?”Back pain is common — so common, in fact, that 8 in 10 adults will experience it at some point in their lives, as spinal and orthopedic surgeon Dr. Gbolohan Okubadejo tells Scary Mommy.

2 months ago | sheknows.com | Kristine Solomon |Arielle Tschinkel |Taylor Lane

Shopping for swimwear can feel like a slog at any age, but especially for teens and tweens — so many swimsuits either feel too grown up or too boring for your kid’s fun, unique sense of style. So if it’s time to start swimsuit shopping ahead of the summer, you might be out of ideas and wondering exactly where to start. Don’t fret, because we’ve gone ahead and found the best places to score a swimsuit your teen or tween will love for years to come.

Feb 12, 2025 | parents.com | Arielle Tschinkel

If your child is experiencing night terrors, it’s understandable if you immediately want to jump into fix-it mode. There’s nothing more heartbreaking than seeing your little one so terrified. Night terrors or sleep terrors—which differ from nightmares—can cause kids anxiety, make them afraid to fall asleep, and disrupt an otherwise well-established bedtime routine—especially if they become a regular occurrence.

Jan 23, 2025 | scarymommy.com | Arielle Tschinkel

Send HelpIt's your worst nightmare come true. Before you panic, check in with a pro. by Arielle Tschinkeljust nowDomoyega/Getty ImagesAs a parent, few things are scarier than the prospect of your teen dating. Every parent has their own comfort levels, boundaries, and expectations, especially when it comes to ensuring your kid’s safety. You hope their dating partners are kind and respectful, but what do if your teen brings home someone in the next age bracket?