Jamie Kenney is a staff writer at Romper, where she writes about a wide range of topics pertaining to motherhood, including politics, health, news, web culture, and celebrity parents, as well as family entertainment to stream on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and other streaming services. Additionally, she writes essays that run the gamut from silly to serious in an effort to capture the full spectrum of what it is to be a parent today.
Prior to joining Romper in 2015, she was a part-time web culture editor at Bustle. Within months, however, she was asked to join the team at Romper in helping launch the site. In November 2022, she came on as a full-time staff member. Jamie earned earned a bachelor's degree in creative writing and history from Purchase College, State University of New York. Her previous work has also appeared in Parents, Playboy, McSweeny's Internet Tendency, Jezebel, and The Takeout.
Jamie lives in Connecticut with her husband and two children and enjoys hiking, embroidery, reading, and other activities mainly enjoyed by septuagenarian retirees. As such, she strives to embody the spirits of all four of the Golden Girls at once. You can find her on Twitter and LinkedIn.
AITA?
Mom Turns To Reddit After Getting Annoyed By Her Husband's "Excessive" Pooping Schedule
How much is too much?
Professor of Mumology
10 Reasons Why Chilli Heeler From 'Bluey' Is Actually Our Favorite TV Mum
Chilli is always there for Bluey and Bingo, and if we’re being honest, the beloved cartoon dog is there for us, too.
Politics
Trump Would Let States With Strict Abortion Laws Monitor Pregnant Women
In an interview with TIME, former President Donald Trump said he was not opposed to states monitoring pregnant women in order to ensure they did not abort.
News
New Survey Highlights How LGBTQ+ Kids Need Support From Their Families & Communities
The Trevor Project’s 2024 survey highlights an ongoing mental health crisis, but also actionable steps that offer hope to kids across the country.
TV
Bluey’s Mother's Day Episode Includes A Nod To Those Who’ve Suffered Miscarriages
The show’s creator Joe Brumm previously confirmed a long-held fan theory about Chilli from the episode.
Splish Splash
5 Water Games From Bluey To Play In Streams, Pools, Sprinklers, & More
With warm weather around the corner, Bluey has given us a few ideas to keep your kiddos busy and having fun.
Entertainment
Madonna Praises Her "Incredibly Talented" Children In Heartwarming Post
“...so very proud of all of them.”
Entertainment
Why Does Caleb Williams Paint His Nails? It's A Sweet Tribute To His Mom
The #1 pick of the NFL’s 2024 draft is making his mom proud in more ways than one.
Bluey: For Real Life
Zillow Takes Inspiration From Bluey In Adorable New Commercial
(Does the narrator sound familiar? He should...)
Who Could It Be?
Someone Call Maury, Because The People Need To Know Who Bluey’s Baby Daddy Is
We have very important paternity questions about this preschool show...
Playtime
The Best Outdoor 'Bluey' Games For Some Fun In The Sun — & Maybe A Little Dirt
Did somebody say “Shadowlands?”
Hot Potato, Hot Potato
The Wiggles Just Released A Rave Album & Parents Are Losing Their Minds
We did not know we needed this.
Celebrity
Ryan Gosling Says His Kids Have An “Aussie Twang” Thanks To 'Bluey'
Peppa Pig walked so Bluey could run...
for real life?!
The 'Bluey' Season 3 Finale Hit Fans With A Totally Unexpected Flash-Forward
A week after “The Sign” aired worldwide, Bluey dropped an unpublicized surprise episode to wrap up the season.
For Real Life?!
Surprise! There's (Another) New 'Bluey' Episode
“Surprise” will be the final episode of Season 3.
Entertainment
Rihanna Looks Back At Her Favorite & Least Favorite Fashion Choices As A Mom
The ones she still loves, and the one she’s not sure about anymore...
Life
Strict Abortion Laws Have Led To Confusion & Pregnancy Loss In Dozens Of ERs
Federal laws protect doctors & patients, but remain unevenly applied.
Entertainment
Travis Barker Shares Sweet Picture Of Wife Kourtney Kardashian & Son Rocky
(And a not-so-sweet one of Kourtney on the toilet.)
"Stick It! Stick It!"
Parents Of Olympians Will Be Given Heart Rate Monitors At The Games This Summer
Who can forget the Raismans’ tour de force performance?
Entertainment
Celebrate Earth Day With These Nature-Loving Episodes Of 'Bluey'
The Heelers love the great outdoors.