Parents Helping Out
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I Don't Know What to Do....
Asked by J.S. from Lansing
on March 27, 2008
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Okay Moms, I want to know what you would do if you were in my shoes. I am in a sticky situation involving some extended family. How do I go about this to keep the ki...
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- It is always difficult when it is family. Perhaps the situation wouldn't get as heated if it was handled through the men. Your husband could say that you two need to...
- My sister had a problem like this with my brothers kids. She had them at least 4 days a week after school and then on the weekends all day. It was out of control! M...
- You have to tell these parents the truth for the sake of your nephews! Honesty is always hard to hear; but in the end they should realize that you have the best inter...
Trying to Decide Whether to Stay at Home or Keep Working
Asked by K. from Las Vegas
on February 20, 2007
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I'm trying to decide whether or not to quit my job and stay at home. I'm 43 (late bloomer!) and mom to a beautiful, smart 6-year-old daughter. I've been working full...
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- I am so glad to see all the supporting response for you! When I made the decision 2 yrs ago I wish I had that. I am a stay-at-home-work-at-home-mom and have been for 2...
- Hello K., I was faced with some of this too. I have already raised one who is now 24 in April and worked a lot of hours to get her there ~ financially. Now I just ha...
- Hi K., I just wanted to introduce myself real quick. My name is C. and I'm a mom of two kids. I've been a medical assistant for 9 years and decided it was time to sta...
Child Care and Child Support During Visitation
Asked by A.A. from Tallahassee
on July 14, 2010
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I have 2 beautiful daughters who love their father dearly. In February, my ex and I agreed to let him have the girls for 6 weeks over the summer. He asked for this amo...
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- He still pays child support and he also is responsible for any costs while he has the girls. Unless your divorce / custody agreement states otherwise.
- You are not responsible for their child care expenses and summer camp expenses while they are with him (well, actually you could agree to pay for half of the summer ca...
- The law is different wherever you live. I have one daughter who's dad "pays" 169/mo. It is my understanding that if they have the child for MORE than four weeks in a r...
Have Another Child - or Not?
Asked by M.T. from Minneapolis
on March 13, 2011
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Hi, I'm struggling with the decision to have another child or not. We are in early to mid 40s, with a 17 month old son. We did not get married until late 30s and the...
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- My first child was just like yours and we had another one thinking we were due for an easy baby/toddler. Hah! Second one was almost just as colicky and an equally ch...
- I'm in my 60's and have known at least 4 dozen women who at one time or another desperately wished for another baby. I always thought little babies were the most wonde...
- Well, I have a very high energy first child and we had a second one anyway. My husband and I both grew up in 2 child families and so that was always our plan. It was...
A Huge Dilemna for a Young Child
Asked by C.P. from Cleveland
on April 27, 2010
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Please advice will be greatly appreciated. My husband found out in 07 that a little 7yr old girl whom he has supported and given his last name to by way of a paternity...
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- Yes she should be told the truth. No you are not wrong. The girl has been greatly misled... and its sad. She is the one getting affected. Solely. I feel sorry for h...
- I personally feel the girl AND the biological father need to know the truth. There is no reason your husband cannot be another father to her. I have a biological fat...
- A girl's self esteem is established through the father. If she has known your husband as her father for this long this could really affect this girl. Please think this...
Family Being Overbearing About Our Vacation & I Want to Cancel---Am I Crazy?
Asked by T.M. from Los Angeles
on May 2, 2011
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Our family lives on the other side of the country. We've planned a 10 day trip to the area where all of them lives. (FYI--Each set of Grands usually comes to our hous...
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- i haven't read all the responses, but i'm a firm believer in that you teach people how to treat you and boundaries are your friend :) i'd be exceptionally annoyed in ...
- You are planning a 10 day trip across country and yet your extended family members are being SELFISH, yes I said it. Go on your vacation and whoever shows up great and...
- No, I do not think you are crazy. I would be tempted to cancel as well. However, I probably wouldn't, because then I know *I* would feel guilty for not having the li...
Unosey Mother in Law!!!
Asked by E.V. from Phoenix
on February 19, 2012
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Ugh. This is going to be a long vent. I married to a priest's son and found horrible in laws ever! They are very religious, but in a controlling way. They always "chec...
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- I grew up in Japan... so I understand what you are saying.... although you may be from another country (Russia, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, etc.) the idea that "A man...
- Is your husband sick of it just as much as you are? Does your husband know how unhappy you are? If the answer is yes to both questions, then the two of you need to set...
- change the locks. the best thing you can do with a noisy mil is change the locks. and be thankful your husband has a spine K. h. you are under no obligation to let y...
Seeking Insight on Family Event Situation
Asked by A.C. from San Antonio
on December 31, 2009
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A little background...I married into a large, close-knit family. Earlier this year, I was told that my husband's siblings had started discussing plans for his milesto...
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- I'm surprised that your husband didn't say anything to his family when there was a party going on and you weren't there. I can't imagine that my husband would have pa...
- Hello, I am a Christian and I am also a professional owner of a psychological services agency. Let me simply say, give them my card. You did not deserve that nor di...
- Maybe talk to your husband about it, but honestly, if they are that vindictive then you may as well hang it up. They knew what they were doing and did it anyway. Espec...
Help with Low Fat Diet
Asked by E.M. from Des Moines
on February 17, 2009
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Hello all I am searching for help for my husband and myself. He had a test done through work that showed his triglyceride leaves are very high above 300 and should be...
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- My husband has high Trig also. His doctor told him to cut down on sugar. He lowered it drastically just doing that. I would suggest a basically healthy diet and cut...
- I would highly recommend that you both start taking fish oil supplements (omega 3 fatty acids). I know that they improve heart health, help decrease stress levels, and...
- Hello, Here are some things to think about. How are you preparing your food? If you are cooking with any type of oils, good or bad, you need to realize that any oil...
Am I overreacting....my Feelings Were Really Hurt
Asked by C.A. from Atlanta
on September 16, 2010
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My mother really hurt my feelings last night and I am very angry and need some advice on how to let it go. First let me say I love my mother and she has helped me out ...
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- It sounds like there are so many different things happening in your family right now. I understand you feeling you could use more help, but it sounds like your mom cou...
- Sounds to me like your mom has a lot on her plate right now--financial worries, a sick hubby, a mother that needs help, etc. I understand that you were disappointed b...
- I understand that you are desperately reaching out for some support right now. It also sounds as though your mom has a plate that is overflowing - so I am thinking yo...
