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Advocate.com
1 week ago
Writing

How my MAGA mom still got my trans son's pronouns right

Mother's Day can bring a mix of emotions for individuals with complex relationships with their mothers. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
Parenting

What is an emotionally immature parent'? How a nine-year-old book found a new, younger audience

Emotionally immature parents can hinder a child's emotional growth, leading to challenges in emotional processing and relationships. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Princess Diana's heartbreaking words to father as she was sent to boarding school

Princess Diana expressed how she felt abandoned when sent to boarding school.
Earl Spencer believes children under 13 shouldn't be sent away from home. [ more ]
www.huffpost.com
2 months ago
Parenting

23 Really Funny And Endearing Tweets About Grandparents

Grandparents play unique roles in their grandchildren's lives, from spoiling them to providing emotional support.
Grandparent-grandchild relationships can be both heartwarming and entertaining, filled with comical moments and gestures of love. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Parenting

Parents Are Highly Involved in Their Adult Children's Lives, and Fine With It

American parents are highly involved in their adult children's lives, offering support and advice.
Parents and young adults alike rate their relationships as good or excellent and feel proud and hopeful about their children's lives. [ more ]
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communication
www.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago
Writing

Ask Amy: Where I grew up, this would be considered alarming

Setting boundaries with family members is crucial to maintain peace and privacy in relationships. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Parenting

Ask Amy: Nobody will tell this young mom that her videocalls are a drag

Understand the daughter-in-law's perspective, she might be lonely.
Consider the daughter-in-law's situation and suggest support instead of setting boundaries. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
Mental health

Harriette Cole: This family rumor about my parentage is taking a toll on me

Address family rumors about paternity with openness and direct communication.
Seek support for postpartum depression and prioritize mental health amidst societal pressures. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
3 months ago
Parenting

My Sister Betrayed Me in the Worst Way. But Our Parents Keep Trying to Force Us Together.

Setting boundaries with family is crucial for mental well-being.
Communication is key in managing relationships with estranged family members. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
Career

Dear Abby: My wife's snubbing of my parents could cost me a lot of money

The letter writer is concerned about their parents moving closer because their inheritance is their only hope for retirement.
Abby advises the letter writer to have a conversation with their wife and ask her to show respect to their parents, despite their concerns. [ more ]
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Slate Magazine
2 months ago
Parenting

My Sister-in-Law's Infertility Is Making Her Impossible to Be Around

Setting boundaries with toxic family members is important for mental health and well-being.
Seeking professional help may be necessary when dealing with difficult family dynamics. [ more ]
Advocate.com
1 week ago
Writing

At Mother's Day, Jerrod Carmichael's fractured relationship between a gay son and his mom resonates

The Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show explores complex dynamics of family relationships and societal pressures. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
5 days ago
Writing

Dear Abby: My daughter's thieving boyfriend has put me in a bad situation

Considering removing daughter from will due to boyfriend's criminal behavior; Suggested setting up a trust instead of informing her now. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 days ago
Writing

Tiny Love Stories: God, You Can Kiss'

A brief romantic encounter can have a lasting impact on one's life. [ more ]
www.npr.org
19 hours ago
Writing

We asked, you answered: What's the secret to a close relationship with siblings?

Sibling relationships greatly impact individuals' lives, shaping their bonds, support systems, and resilience. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago
Writing

Dear Abby: I was a stay-at-home mom, and now I take my ex's money. What's wrong with that?

Family relationships can be strained by financial issues and past grievances, causing emotional distress. [ more ]
www.berkeleyside.org
3 weeks ago
Writing

A baker's dozen of new books with Berkeley ties to read this spring

Memoirs with humor and serious subjects dominate local author's Spring nonfiction releases. [ more ]
New York Post
1 week ago
Wearables

'Mamma Mia!' What to watch and stream on Mother's Day 2024

A variety of movies and TV shows offer different perspectives on motherhood, making for a thoughtful and entertaining Mother's Day viewing selection. [ more ]
The New Yorker
5 days ago
New York City

"Consolation," by Andre Alexis

Arguments with loved ones can have unforeseen consequences that linger long after they are resolved. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
2 weeks ago
JavaScript

Fishbone members battling over future of the band

Being in a band is like being married to multiple family members. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
JavaScript

I've lost contact with my brother. Is it too late to reach out? | Ask Philippa

Family relationships can be strained by ancestral history and parenting styles, leading to long-standing fractures that are difficult to repair. [ more ]
Scary Mommy
1 month ago
Parenting

An Etiquette Expert Answers: Should You Ever Pay A Family Member To Babysit?

Scoring free childcare from family is valuable but may lead to questioning if payment is appropriate.
Etiquette expert advises on when to pay family members for childcare services, considering circumstances and financial ability. [ more ]
The Atlantic
1 month ago
Parenting

Dear Therapist: I Don't Want to Take Care of My Aging, Homophobic Parents

Parents expecting eldercare after causing pain growing up
Struggle to balance familial expectations and emotional turmoil from past hurt [ more ]
TODAY.com
2 months ago
Parenting

Woman is 'shocked' to learn some people pay relatives to babysit: 'Absurd'

Babysitting family members for free is seen as normal by some but shocking by others.
Some individuals advocate for compensating teens for babysitting to prevent parentification. [ more ]
TODAY.com
2 months ago
Parenting

23 stepmom quotes to celebrate the special bond

The bond between stepmoms and stepchildren can be uniquely powerful.
Stepmom quotes can be a sweet and thoughtful way to honor her. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Parenting

Dear Abby: They think it's funny to make me uncomfortable like this

The person is uncomfortable with physical touch and wants their parents to respect their boundaries.
The person is seeking advice on how to address this issue with their parents. [ more ]
TODAY.com
5 months ago
Parenting

Why moms and their children often share a birthday month: It's science!

Children and their mothers celebrate their birthdays in the same month more often than could be explained by chance, found a new study.
Mothers born in a particular month are more likely to deliver babies in that same month, according to the study. Parents also tend to share a birthday month with their children. [ more ]
BBC News
1 month ago
London

What happens when Nana moves into a care home?

The book 'Finding Nana' focuses on helping children navigate emotions when an elderly relative moves into a care home.
Author Jenni Bacon highlights the shift in perspective for children towards seeing a care home as a special place. [ more ]
The Nation
2 months ago
Writing

Sentencing

The speaker reflects on their actions, acknowledging their flaws and complexities.
The speaker grapples with themes of identity, family relationships, and personal morality. [ more ]
Tiny Buddha
2 months ago
Career

Making Big Decisions: What Would Your Higher Self Do? - Tiny Buddha

Facing challenges leads to personal growth
Unresolved tensions resurface when returning home [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
Career

Harriette Cole: Should I confront my parents about their divorce?

Parents' divorce can shake one's perception of love and commitment.
Seek understanding from parents about the reasons behind their divorce while respecting their privacy. [ more ]
Books
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Books

Change: A Novel by Edouard Louis review a knack for dramatising filial strife

Louis's work focuses on his own life experiences and transformations.
His books explore themes of class struggle, identity, family relationships, and personal growth. [ more ]
www.npr.org
5 months ago
Books

Generations of mothers are at the center of 'A Grandmother Begins A Story'

A Grandmother Begins A Story is Michelle Porter's debut novel, following several women in the same family through alternating chapters.
The novel explores themes of motherhood, addiction, and the complexities of family relationships.
The book is structured like a tapestry, weaving together the stories of the different characters and their connections to each other. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Social justice

A Love Story That Endured Through Slavery

Enslaved families faced hardship but found love and comfort in each other during the 19th century.
The value of family relationships and marriages among African Americans during slavery is highlighted by historical accounts. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Mental health

Another side to the use of the silent treatment | Letters

The article discusses the silent treatment as a response to conflict.
The author shares personal experiences of cutting ties with a family member due to psychological and physical abuse. [ more ]
HuffPost
5 months ago
Mental health

We're Therapists. Here Are 8 Things We Refuse To Do At The Holidays.

Therapists set personal boundaries to maintain healthy relationships.
Showing empathy within boundaries helps children develop self-compassion and confidence. [ more ]
BuzzFeed
5 months ago
Mental health

Women Revealed The Gruesome Mental Loads They Carry That Their Families Don't Have A Clue About

Women open up about the exhausting mental load they carry in their families, including caring for aging parents and dealing with mental illness.
The absence and lack of support from family members can greatly impact women's mental health and exacerbate anxiety disorders. [ more ]
BuzzFeed
5 months ago
Parenting

16 People Who Discovered They Had A Secret Sibling Later In Life

Many people have discovered they have secret siblings later in life.
These stories can be emotional and sometimes heartbreaking. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Writing

The 50 best films of 2023 in the UK 50 to 11

Middle-class incomers in a remote Spanish village expose fear, resentment, and nationalism.
A son reflects on struggles faced with his family after moving to France from Ivory Coast. [ more ]
Fatherly
5 months ago
Parenting

This Is What LGBTQ+ Youth Need From Their Parents, In Their Own Words

The Trevor Project's docuseries, Sharing Space, focuses on the experiences of LGBTQ+ teenagers and their needs from parents and family members.
The teenagers emphasize the importance of parental acceptance and creating safe, shame-free environments where they can be their true selves. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
5 months ago
Parenting

Help! My Sister Divorced Her Husband Without Warning. Now I'm the One Who's Heartbroken.

The letter writer's sister recently divorced and the letter writer is struggling to navigate their relationship with both their sister and the ex-brother-in-law.
The letter writer is finding it hard to adjust to their sister dating someone new and is seeking guidance on how to move forward and support their sister.
The letter writer is mourning the loss of the previous family dynamic and is conflicted about their own actions in maintaining a friendship with the ex-brother-in-law. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Parenting

Don't get into the it's-not-fair game!' How to survive the hell of sibling rivalry as a child and a parent

Sibling relationships are significant and influential, lasting a lifetime.
Sibling relationships involve conflict, negotiation, and shared responsibilities.
Having siblings can provide opportunities for personal growth and learning. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
Parenting

Harriette Cole: How can I break the hold of wine and binge-watching?

Write a to-do list every day that includes work responsibilities, home chores, and personal tasks.
Recognize the impact of physical absence on family relationships and the emotional and physical health of loved ones. [ more ]
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