CALWIRE Parenting Report (Saturday, October 10, 2026)

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Today's top story: “I Would Tell Younger Me Not To Have Kids Or Get Married” & 45 Other Mom Confessions. This roundup covers 12 stories from Scary Mommy, Romper, and Fatherly.

“I Would Tell Younger Me Not To Have Kids Or Get Married” & 45 Other Mom Confessions
From the Cornell 7 case to divorce fantasies and more, 46 real moms confess their innermost thoughts and feelings. — Scary Mommy

What OB-GYNs Want You To Know Before Your First Perimenopause Appointment
Scary Mommy spoke with two menopause specialists about how to best prepare for a perimenopause appointment and get the most from y... — Scary Mommy

Is 40 Too Late For Retinol? Not At All, Skin Experts Say
A dermatologist and licensed esthetician share their best tips for starting retinol in your 40s, and explain why it's helpful at a... — Scary Mommy

I've Traded My Hot Girl Walk For A "Spite Stroll" & Therapists Approve
A spite stroll is the angry walk you take when you’re about to combust. Therapists explain why walking off anger works and how to... — Scary Mommy

My 13 Year Old & I Now Communicate Through Instagram DMs & It's Kinda Great
It’s opened up a new way of learning about his life. — Scary Mommy

65+ Uplifting Lunchbox Notes Destined To Brighten Your Kid's Day
When was the last time you snuck a note into your child's lunchbox? If it's been a while, experts say it's time to do it again. — Scary Mommy

What Is “Future Tripping”? Experts Explain How To Stop (Even When It Feels Justified)
Feel like you're stuck in a loop of anxious what-ifs about things that haven’t happened yet? Therapists break down "future tr... — Scary Mommy

Everything You Should Know About The Infant Formula That Goes Further In Nutrition, Safety, & Transparency
Between the late-night ingredient deep-dives and the group chat debates, here's what's actually worth knowing about Little Spoon's... — Romper

30 Editor-Approved Finds To Help Moms Survive The School Year
From a robot vacuum to a lotion called Fresh Outta F*cks, this is the stuff making our lives easier and more enjoyable during this... — Scary Mommy

Nate Bargatze Is (Sort Of) Leading By Example
One of the biggest comedians in the world, Nate Bargatze’s career path was anything but straightforward. — Fatherly

The Dae Styling Cream & Hair Taming Wand Is My Daily Savior Against Frizz
If your hair is prone to static, frizz, or generally standing on end, look no further than the Dae Styling Cream & Hair Taming... — Scary Mommy

Boys Deserve Good Books, Too
Getting lost in a book shouldn’t be defined by what sex you are.

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