Relationships
Brother Jekyll & Uncle Hyde
A sister and new mom seeks advice on how to handle her brother’s hurtful dismissiveness towards her and her infant son. Can the relationship be saved?
Relationships
What to Do When Grandparents Play Favorites
Grandma is playing favorite amongst the cousins when it comes to gifts but addressing the issue is not as straightforward as you would think.
Relationships
Grandparenting From Around The Globe
Parents need advice and ideas on how to make their very young child feel more connected to one set of grandparents who live on the other side of the world. Weekly video conferences are just cutting it.
Big Kid
How To Help When Far-Away Family Is In Crisis
Today’s query asks if being far away means a concerned aunt can’t help her nephew, and my answer is that she can help more than she thinks.
Relationships
The Gift That Keeps On Giving: In-Law Drama
A mom is stuck in an awkward family situation with an in-law who is holding an unreasonable grudge. What can she do to make future family gatherings tolerable?
Big Kid
The Unexpected Views On Our Extended-Family Vacation
With our family scattered all over the country, the extended-family vacation is a rare joy. Seeing my teens through my family’s eyes may be the best part.
Holidays
A Happy Holiday Season for Blended Families
Creating a happy holiday experience for a blended family is totally doable. (I said happy, not perfect.)
Pregnancy
The Postpartum Guest List
Am I a momzilla if I don’t want certain difficult relatives visiting my newborn baby?
Family Fun
Making Far-Away Family Members Feel Closer to Home
Some ideas to help your small children feel more comfortable at family gatherings when they are reunited with those who love them from far-away.
Relationships
How to Deal with Your Mother-In-Law Talking Smack
Does your Mother-In-Law make insulting comments when she’s around you and your children? Catherine Connors offers advice for how to deal with the smack talk.