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Ask Scary Mommy is our weekly advice column wherein Scary Mommy editors and guest editors — fellow moms like you — will answer your burning questions. You ...

My son just started middle school. And after spending basically the entire summer worrying about schedules, organization, homework, lockers, supplies, and ...

Between adjusting to new schedules and general anxiety, the start of the school year can be a hectic time in any household. Add to that the mix of allergies ...