CALWIRE Parenting Report (Saturday, October 3, 2026)

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Today's top story: 95 Most-Wished For Gifts Under $25 That Are Seriously Worth The Hype. This roundup covers 12 stories from Scary Mommy and Romper.

95 Most-Wished For Gifts Under $25 That Are Seriously Worth The Hype
The Scary Mommy shopping team has gathered the most-wished for viral items on Amazon that are under $25 to help make your shopping... — Scary Mommy

The Best Deals From Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days Sale
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days on October 6-7 offers huge discounts on household essentials, electronics, beauty, and home security. S... — Scary Mommy

Ask Scary Mommy: My Kids Are Extroverts. I'm An Introvert. Help!
They constantly want friends over. I need breaks. — Scary Mommy

What Is Kin Keeping & How Can You Start Doing Less Of It, TYSM?
Kin keeping refers to all those tasks that keep your family connected to relatives, like sending cards, texting updates, and remem... — Scary Mommy

Jaime Pressly On Why Our Kids Need To See Us Break Down Sometimes
The 'Last Shot' star Jaime Pressly talks raising three boys, and why kids need to see their moms have bad days: "We're all al... — Scary Mommy

Should We Be Concerned If Our Child Is More Wednesday Than Enid?
If your kid seems to have a preoccupation with the macabre, you may be wondering how dark is too dark. Here's what experts say. — Scary Mommy

Best Fall Products 2026: 25 Cozy Finds Scary Mommy Editors Are Loving Right Now
From pumpkin-scented candles and cozy PJs to coffee-scented everything, these are the fall products that have Scary Mommy's editor... — Scary Mommy

15 Easy Weeknight Comfort Meals That Feel Like A Hug On A Plate
When we're not working or dissociating, we still have to figure out what the f*ck to eat for dinner. That’s where easy weeknight c... — Scary Mommy

Christina Ricci Has A Halloween Hack Every Parent Needs To Steal
Christina Ricci, part of the Reese's Halloween Council, shares her costume dry-run hack, pumpkin painting tips, and the 'Yellowjac... — Scary Mommy

What Does PPD Recovery Actually Look Like? Experts Explain
Signs can be subtle. Here’s how to recognize the everyday wins. — Romper

Understanding Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts — What They Really Mean
Despite the stigma around this distressing symptom, postpartum intrusive thoughts are extremely common — and often completely norm... — Romper

PPD Can Make You Feel Like You’re Failing At Friendship, Too
Those canceled plans and unread texts aren’t a reflection of the friend you really are.

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