Meredith Begley

New York

Writer, Marketing and Communication at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Writer and Editor at Freelance

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ADWEEK's 2025 Social Marketing Masters Lead With Humor and Cultural Savvy

4 weeks ago | adweek.com | Meredith Begley

We deliver! Get curated industry news straight to your inbox. Subscribe to Adweek newsletters. Marketing is firmly in its social-first era. No longer a media or performance buy, social platforms and creators are now essential for brands to connect with communities, drive engagement and deliver sales.
Ew, How Did My Feet Get So Crusty?

2 months ago | scarymommy.com | Meredith Begley

Hand Me My Socks, StatDoctors explain why our stompers get so crusty-dusty — and what we can do about it. by Meredith Begley4 minutes agoBoy_Anupong/Getty ImagesIt shouldn't make sense. It's winter. We're indoors most of the time. Our big treks are from the kitchen to the couch. And yet, our feet. Our poor, poor souls/soles (sorry, had to). They look like they've just run a marathon… barefoot… in the snow. How?
Why TF Do I Keep Getting COVID?

Feb 5, 2025 | scarymommy.com | Meredith Begley

Leave, PleaseA doctor breaks down why this sneaky virus just won’t quit. by Meredith Begleyjust nowDamircudic/Getty ImagesThe hottest winter accessory these days? A positive COVID-19 test. But wait... we got vaccinated last year. And the year before. Ad infinitum. Wasn't that supposed to stop this from happening? Turns out, the virus still has some tricks up its sleeve, giving our immune systems a run for their money. Exhibit A: This sneaky mf'er can transform faster than an Animorph.
Sorry Not Sorry, I'm Getting You The Same Christmas Gift I Got You Last Year

Dec 16, 2024 | scarymommy.com | Meredith Begley

Are you still loving your coffee-of-the-month subscription? Great news! I'm getting it for you again this year. Yep, I'm a repeat gifter — and no, I'm not ashamed. On the contrary, I think it's time we all took some of the pressure off our gift-giving, and in that sense, repeat gifting has been the real gift for me. I can't take full credit for this revelation.
Dear Moms, You Don’t Have To Do All The Seasonal Bucket-List Sh*t With Your Kids

Dec 11, 2024 | scarymommy.com | Meredith Begley

Like many of us, I have very fond childhood memories of loading up for family activities every season: rolling onto the grass of the local all-you-can-pick farm in the summer, apple orchards in the fall, Christmas tree hunting in the winter. Every year, without fail, there were squabbles about just how many berries you needed for the perfect pie or whose turn it was to wield that giant apple-picking pole thing. It was part of the fun.
How Bad Is It That My Kid Mostly Gets Fruits & Veggies From Pouches?

Nov 5, 2024 | scarymommy.com | Meredith Begley

I stand in solidarity with every parent going through a picky eating stage: It's a f*cking minefield. One minute, peppers are all the rage and I'm buying them in bulk. The next, peppers are absolutely disgusting, and it's unfathomable that I'd even think about serving them. Pediatric gaslighting — it's a thing. So, to make sure my 4-year-old gets her produce (and to help me sleep at night), we supplement with a lot of fruit and vegetable pouches.
23 Awesome '80s Baby Names That Deserve To Be All The Rage Again

Oct 22, 2024 | scarymommy.com | Meredith Begley

Blast some Cyndi Lauper and put your thinking cap on: It's time to pick out a totally rad baby name that personifies vintage cool while still being un-bully-able. And where better to pull inspo from the decade that made so many of us? Some of the top picks from that time have managed to maintain their spots in the Top 1000 baby names list, proving they've got as much staying power as a can of super-hold Aqua Net.
What Age Should Kids Have Social Media? Experts Weigh In

Sep 5, 2024 | scarymommy.com | Meredith Begley

One of the perks of adulthood is the freedom to make our own choices. Should I head to the gym or sleep in another 30 minutes? Should I spend that birthday check or save it? Should I cook or order takeout? It’s empowering — and exhausting. So, it’s no wonder we sometimes crave hard and fast rules about parenting. Just tell me what to do. But two decades into life with social media, even the experts don’t have all the answers.
My Home Is Chaos & That's Totally Normal

Apr 24, 2024 | scarymommy.com | Meredith Begley

My kitchen table is overflowing with artwork from daycare. In my line of sight are seven wine glasses, just in case I decide to have an impromptu dinner party (I won’t). The number of cookbooks I own absolutely does not justify how many times I’ve consulted them. And yet, I'm OK with it. Maybe OK isn’t the right word. I don’t love it. At this point, it’s more about acceptance. Acceptance that this is real life, and real life comes with stuff.
Mom Life Got You Stressed? Try Drum Lessons. Trust Me.

Feb 27, 2024 | scarymommy.com | Meredith Begley

When people ask me why I started taking drum lessons last year, my answer is simple: I just wanted to make a whole lot of noise. I’m sure you’re very familiar with all the reasons a millennial mom in the little-kid trenches would need to get loud. I just really, really needed something that would offer me the opportunity to put aside the swirl of to-do lists in my brain and be present in the moment. “Why not try meditation?” so many people reply.