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Julie Sprankles
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Deputy Lifestyle and Entertainment Editor, Scary Mommy
Charleston
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music, comics movies, theatre.Pop culture, books
legal, logistics,
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By Julie Sprankles Verified| Scary Mommy Verified If you have a tween or young teen in your life, you probably started hearing about A Minecraft Movie long before it actually arrived in theaters on April 4. My 12-year-old son, Bo, rarely gets excited enough about a new film to mention it more than once or twice ahead of its release date, but he chatted our ears off about every little update between the time the movie was announced and the time he finally got to see it on the big screen.
By Julie Sprankles Verified| Scary Mommy Verified We’re friends, right? So, I feel comfortable telling you that I’ve always been a pretty prolific pee-er (a very scientific term). I drink a lot of water every day, so my frequent bathroom breaks have never really struck me as strange. However... among my body’s many little forms of malicious compliance since I hit 40 is a seeming uptick in urination. Like, why do I feel like I have to pee every five minutes?
By Julie Sprankles Verified| Scary Mommy Verified The countdown is officially on for what is arguably one of the most exciting new family travel destinations in decades: Universal Orlando’s upcoming theme park addition, Epic Universe. When the portals open on May 22, 2025, thrill-seeking travelers will get the chance to explore five new worlds filled with 11 rides, more than 100 menu items across 30 eateries, and plenty of nooks, crooks, alleys, and shops, too.
Company Info
Scary Mommy
Scary Mommy is an online community and media brand focused on women connected by motherhood. Founded in 2008 by Jill Smokler and acquired by Some Spider Studios in 2015, it offers a platform for women to share their parenting experiences in a humorous and honest way. The brand produces a variety of content, including articles, videos, and social media posts, featuring original series like "Momsplained" and "Preggo Nancy." Scary Mommy encourages community engagement by allowing readers to submit their own stories. It also creates branded video campaigns for partners, leveraging its large audience of approximately 20 million unique visitors each month and a strong social media presence with 5 million followers across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat. The company primarily generates revenue through digital advertising and is exploring opportunities for paid subscription services.
New York, New York, United States
Founded: 2014