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Husband Cheated?
Asked by J.P. from Denver
on September 17, 2008
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Hi everyone. I just found out very early this morning that my husband cheated on me. I found some nudity pictures in one of his "old" emails. Pictures of a woman na...
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- Yes, this is cheating. Plus, when people get caught, they frequently only reveal the info that is necessary, continuing to hide the worst details, hoping that the spo...
- Since there are no clearly laid out points that determine if someone has cheated or not, it all comes down to opinion and in my opinion, your husband cheated. This is...
- Well, that is a very thin line that he crossed. If it were masturbation only, which is inappropriate enough, things might be a little different. But if there was a kis...
Trial Separation
Asked by J.W. from Boston
on October 7, 2008
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I'm considering asking my husband for a trial separation. We've been together for many years and married for 9 with 2 wonderful kids. The bottom line is we've tried ...
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- Amy, I saw a guy on Oprah talking about how to talk to kids about divorce and he was AMAZING!! His name is M. Gary Neuman. Try going to Oprah.com and see if you can fi...
- Amy: Funny you should ask, I am currently going through the same thing. When I asked my husband to move out so I could have time to think - he refused to leave. ...
- Hi Amy - I agree that you will want to arm yourself with as much knowledge & support as possible. Definitely talk with an attorney who specializes in family law/divor...
Explaining My Sister's Divorce to 3-Year Old
Asked by L.Z. from Boston
on October 9, 2008
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Hi everyone - My kids are close to my sister, especially my three-year old. My sister and her husband will be divorcing in a few months, and I know my three-year old ...
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- I am also very sorry to hear that your family is going through such a difficult time. I just wanted to reply to please ask that you do not tell your daughters that th...
- Hi L., first off I am sorry to hear that your family is going through such a tough time. I think that you explain it to her as it is... you let her know that Aunti...
- i would suggest keeping your explanation simple and on a need to know basis. you might try saying something like he's on a trip, he had to move away for work, etc. i'v...
Book Recommendations on the Effects of Divorce on Young Children?
Asked by J.J. from San Francisco
on February 21, 2011
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Hi Mamas,
I just posted "Should I let my daughter call my boyfriend "daddy"?" and realized I am going to get a lot of opinions, which is great. Who would have thou...
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- http://www.marriagetoday.com/marriage-topics/divorce/
- I am in a good marriage, but I am a child of divorce (all grown up). I remember seeing an episode on Oprah, her guest was Dr. Gary Neuman and his book is "Helping you...
- A landmark study on the effects of divorce on children is "The Unexpected Legacy of Divorce" by Judith Wallerstein. I found it very painful to read, as a newly single ...
Husband Battling Lust and I Struggle to Forgive
Asked by J.T. from Dallas
on June 21, 2010
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I'll make this as short as possible.
My husband and I are Christians. We've been married ten years. Since we were engaged, my hubby has struggled and given into p...
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- I would look into marriage counseling and also him getting counseling with his addiction. If you keep just forgiving him not only are you hurting yourself but your als...
- He's been "chatting"(I'd like to see what those messages say) for over a YEAR and he keeps admitting his faults! I totally believe in forgiveness, but after a year......
- I agree with Denise P he needs to get help for this addiction. He cant just think its okay to do it, ask or forgivness, and do it again, I dont know how may time you h...
Parents Separating Affecting the Children
Asked by A.W. from Washington DC
on April 2, 2008
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A couple of months ago my husband told me it is over. He has yet to move from the house, but has told me he is going to. My oldest daughter who is 8 knows only that ...
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- Hi A., Have you thought about going to mediation to settle this conflict that you are having. They have Family mediation in Norfolk on Virginian Avenue. That wa...
- It sounds like your daughter is having a normal reaction to the turmoil in your life. If your husband has said it is over (and he is not willing to work on a reconcil...
- A., Honestly, you can't break it lightly. It is best to go ahead & let the kids know that Daddy is moving out & let them start to come to terms with it. You can't h...
Dealing with Anger Due to Split Home
Asked by K.H. from Naples
on July 18, 2011
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Problem: My stepson has a bad temper and is very jealous of his little sister. When told no to anything he puckers his lips, start snorting, crosses his arms, and sto...
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- I recently got divorced after being separated for 3 years. I have a 3 year old and a 6 year old. I got my 6 year old daughter into a program called Divorce Care for Ki...
- He really needs counseling and maybe to stay in one home. It is very hard for kids to go back and forth and at such a young age. I am sure he is feeling very left out ...
- A lot of good and compassionate replies from people. :) My 2 cents is to approach the boy's mom (and have your DH do it, or you could, if you're not in conflict wit...
Help... Attitude Changes Before/after Spending Time at "Daddy's House"
Asked by E.B. from Boston
on March 25, 2008
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i have a 7 year old son. his father and i have been separated for almost 4 years. lately i have noticed that his attitude towards me has gotten worse right before he h...
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- Have you ever aksed him why he says these things? Alway respond with I love you. Your daughter lives else where maybe he thinks you are going to send him away.
- I am in a similar situation with my daughter, she is only 2 though and her father and I have been separated/divorced since she was 8 weeks old... I have been reading a...
- I am a divorced other iof two boys and have yet to face thism, but can feel that eventually I will. I ahve a friend ihn the same boat as you whio ahs a seven year old...
Explaning Breakup to 7Yr Old
Asked by K.D. from Boston
on July 13, 2008
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After 11yrs and 2 kids my boyfriend and I are breaking up. My question is how to explane it to our 7yr old. Im curious what words to use. There wasnt alot of conflict ...
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- Hi K...Not sure about a book for your daughter, but I've been reading an amazing book "The Mindful Woman" Sue Patton Thoele. (Gentle Practices for Restoring calm, find...
- Hi K., I am sorry to hear about your break up. It must be very stressful for all of you. I encourage you to not mention the other woman to your child. It will serv...
- K., I am sorry to hear about your breakup which is really like a divorce or will be to your child. There are tons of books out there, you can take some out of the lib...
Advice on Immpending Divorce and How to Help 7 Yo Daughter Transition Through It
Asked by K.L. from Yakima
on January 7, 2009
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Hi Ladies!
I am looking for books and advice on how to help my girl deal with me divorcing her Dad. We have been separated physically for 9 months now. No paperwork...
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- I would highly recommend the book "Dinosaurs divorce." It deals with all kinds of issues that may arise for children experiencing the divorce of their parents. I bel...
- Dear K.: I am sad to hear that your kids are having a hard time but happy to hear you are taking care of them and yourself. The most important thing to remember is...
- I don't know if you are in Salem or not.... but I had my son go to "Roller-coasters". It's for kids of divorce, in a peer setting they learn how to cope and what it a...
