Rachel
Varina

Formerly one of the HBICs at Total Sorority Move (RIP), Rachel Varina has a long history of writing about things that make her parents ashamed. She's an avid lover of holding grudges, sitting down, and buffalo chicken dip. Currently, she lives in Tampa, Florida, but did not feed her husband to tigers. And even though she's married (with a *gasp* baby), she doesn't suck. Promise. PROMISE! Follow her on Instagram and Twitter (@rachelvarina) so she gets more followers than that influencer her husband dated in high school.

Stuff I Wrote

55 Real Moms Share Their Kids’ Creepiest IRL Ghost Stories

By Rachel Varina

As a mom of two, I feel like I can say this honestly: There’s nothing creepier than a little kid.

I’m A Mom In Florida: Here’s What You Need To Know About The State's Aim To End Vaccine Mandates

By Rachel Varina

Send "thoughts & prayers."

I Tried The Viral "Vampire Facelift" And Unfortunately It Was Absolutely Worth It

By Rachel Varina

AKA PRP Gel Injections

To Botox or Not to Botox: Why Moms Can’t Win Either Way

By Rachel Varina

Damned if we do, damned if we don’t.

How TF Do You Figure Out Your Ideal Family Size? Unpacking The 2 Vs. 3 Kids Debate

By Rachel Varina

The 2 vs. 3 Kids Debate Will Outlive Us All

Taylor Swift's Leaked Baby Names List, Straight From Her Notes App

By Rachel Varina

Can't wait for a little Cornelia Maroon Swift-Kelce running around

Is FAFO Parenting A Much-Needed Response To Gentle-Parenting Burnout?

By Rachel Varina

It’s “I love you” and “I’m not explaining this again.”

Does Touching Grass Actually Help Your Mental Health? Why "Nature Bathing" Is On The Rise

By Rachel Varina

If you sat in a forest and didn’t post about it... did it even happen?

I Brought My Family On My Honeymoon Before It Was A Trend — And Honestly, I Kind Of Regret It

By Rachel Varina

It turns out I was a few Aperol spritzes ahead of the trend.

Best Early Amazon Prime Day Deals To Shop Before The Sale Even Officially Starts

By Rachel Varina

If you're not early, you're late.

The Rise Of The Miscarriage Announcement

By Rachel Varina

A former co-worker posted about her pregnancy loss a week before I started trying to get pregnant.

WTF Does TTC Mean? Here’s Your Full Glossary Of 'Trying to Conceive' Acronyms

By Rachel Varina

So you’ve decided to start trying for a baby.

The Best "Trying to Conceive" Products That *Actually* Work

By Rachel Varina

Deciding to have kids is one of the biggest decisions someone can make outside of like, getting bangs.

The Best Bandage Dresses That *Won't* Give You 2013 Whiplash

By Rachel Varina

Resistance is futile.

Chic Nighties That Don't Look Like Your Grandma's (Unless Granny Is A Hottie?)

By Rachel Varina

Unless you're actively starring in a Werther’s Original commercial or hosting tea for your quilting circle, there's really no reason to be wearing a nightgown that looks like it survived the Great Depression.

What Giving Birth Actually Feels Like, According to 100 Real Moms

By Rachel Varina

There are plenty of things people love to glamorize about pregnancy and childbirth.

New Study Validates That Moms Are Not Okay (And Haven’t Been for a While)

By Rachel Varina

This report made me laugh so hard I peed a little.

The Only Father's Day Gift Guide You Need For Every Type Of Dad

By Rachel Varina

Don't Venmo him $50 with a thumbs-up emoji.

Trying To Get Pregnant On Ozempic? Here’s What The Group Chats (And Experts) Say

By Rachel Varina

Hear from moms-to-be on GLP-1s while TTC.

I'm Sorry To Say, Kegels Aren't The Miracle Vag Exercise We Were Led To Believe

By Rachel Varina

If you’ve given birth — or honestly, just existed anywhere near the internet — you’ve probably been told to “do your Kegels.” They’re pitched as a fix for everything: bladder leaks, better orgasms, postpartum healing, prolapse.

Summer Deals You Need To Snatch Up From The Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale

By Rachel Varina

The sale is live now and runs through June 1.

'Grey’s Anatomy' Taught Me About Postpartum Preeclampsia — And It Honestly Saved My Life

By Rachel Varina

When I was first diagnosed, I was floored.

Jennifer Lawrence Was Asked How Becoming A Mom Has Changed Her — Here's Her Brutally Honest Answer

By Rachel Varina

Go on, just give her the Oscar already.

The Ultimate Mother's Day Gift Guide For Every Type Of Mom

By Rachel Varina

Let’s be honest: Buying Mother’s Day gifts is kind of a nightmare.

A Realistic Guide to Taking a Family Vacation: What To Pack And How To Stay Sane

By Rachel Varina

Pro Tip: Let the Grandparents Be the Real MVPs

Um, Is The Sleepover Officially Over? Why Some Parents Are Opting Out

By Rachel Varina

It looks like the classic childhood sleepover might be headed for extinction.

Does PR For Motherhood Need A Rebrand?

By Rachel Varina

So, ICYMI… apparently, moms are miserable now.

Spring Cleaning Essentials That’ll Make Your Annual Refresh Suck Less

By Rachel Varina

It’s time to channel your inner Type A.

Still Hung Up On 'A Court Of Thorns And Roses'? You Might Be Fictosexual

By Rachel Varina

If you thought dating in the real world was bad, imagine just opting out entirely and falling in love with a fictional character instead.

This Shit Is Up To 70% Off! The Best Presidents' Day Sales That Are Actually Worth Shopping

By Rachel Varina

Paying full price feels worse than liking someone’s 2015 IG post.

Chrissy Teigen Posted A Bath Pic With Her Kids And It's Turned Into A Full-Blown Moral Debate

By Rachel Varina

Just when you thought the internet had enough to be mad about, a celebrity has managed to spark yet another controversy for merely giving the people what they want: an inside look into their private lives.

Super Bowl Party Essentials For Both The Swifties and The Football Fans

By Rachel Varina

Whether you’re in it for the game, the commercials, or just here to see what Taylor Swift wears in the VIP suite, Super Bowl Sunday is basically a national holiday.