Family

Mother in law problems are a classic issue in family dynamics. Both you and your mother in law have a common need for respect, appreciation, and connectedness, but how do you make that happen? You...

Many parents look forward to the birth of a new baby with hope and anticipation. Welcoming a new baby into the family is a beautiful part of the miracle of life, yet not all women bear healthy...

Few experiences are more traumatic than discovering that a spouse has been unfaithful. The feelings of betrayal resulting from infidelity can leave both partners convinced their marriage and their...

UGGHH, the dreaded in-laws! Many people ask themselves "why me?" It seems like you may be the only one dealing with these issues, but you are absolutely not alone! One often wonders...

Whether you are about to get married or have had an extended family through marriage for years, dealing with in-laws can be stressful and cause anxiety. Your in-laws want the best for their child...

Negotiating isn't something that's done in the boardrooms of major corporations. From the infant who cries for its mother's milk to the bargaining at the flea market, everyone negotiates every...

For as long as it could create a laugh, there have been mother-in-law jokes. The sad truth behind the laughter is that many people do not have a good relationship with the mother of their spouse....

Leaving an abusive spouse can feel nearly impossible. However, this type of problem rarely goes away. Most cases get worse over time. It often takes more strength to leave than to stay, so when...

The life of a military spouse is hard, no question. Not even counting the pain of deployments, you move thousands upon thousands of miles away from your family, your friends, and your home. You’ll...

Whether you are the fiancee of a military member or a military family with five children, military separations are incredibly stressful. You must prepare for them emotionally, financially,...

Grief from the loss of a parent creates a host of emotions. We have lost our Mom, or our Dad. But, as an adult child, we need to remember that our living parent suffers too. They have lost...

Mothers-in-law (MIL) want to continue being involved with their children. Put yourself in her shoes. After you raise your children, do you want to be totally cut off from them? The more you...

Building a strong family is important to the sanity of a home. When a family is happy, life seems to go quite smooth. Maybe you didn't have such a wonderful childhood and wonder what it takes to...

Few things place more strain on a marriage than a stint in prison. The financial burdens become greater, emotional issues add considerable pressure, and the incarcerated spouse may rely on you for...

Through good communication, the family unit can become more cohesive as they share desires, needs and goals. It develops trust, love and respect, as well as helping family members deal with the...

Often times, during a deployment situation, the spouse who stays behind can be somewhat forgotten. Though not at all intentional, usually the first question asked by friends or family is centered...

The state of our economy is no secret. Everyday I read about people losing their jobs, being laid off and strip malls being vacated to ghost town status. Even on a day to day basis I talk with...

Military families often have to find ways to cope with a spouse's deployment overseas. There is no easy answer and it will always be tough to get through the separation, however there are ways to...

An abusive relationship, often known as domestic violence, occurs when one person in the relationship tries to dominate or control the other person. The abuse can be physical, sexual, verbal,...

Sometimes one of the most difficult things about being married is not the marriage itself, but the in-laws that come with it. If you have been having a hard time dealing with a critical or...

These are GREAT steps to take to have a GREAT day and be able to enjoy all that is around you...

Household chores are a big pain, especially when you find yourself doing them alone most of the time. Without any help, household chores can become frustrating and overwhelming and make you...

Suppose you are busy to shop at a store and you have someone like a spouse shop for you? The other person may not get the right thing. Here's how to avoid this problem and save time.

A defiant teen can create stress and take a toll on your mental and physical health, not to mention eventually spin your entire family out of control. Defiance comes in many forms such as...

Deciding to be a stay at home parent is a big decision and a big change in your life. If done right, it can have a huge positive effect on your children and family. If you aren't living up to...

Healing a broken home can be a challenge, especially if only one spouse is willing. Dealing with ill-mannered children and stress at work can take a toll on a home. If a home isn’t a place of...

Are you among the many poor souls who have trouble dealing with your mother-in-law? Are you at your wit's end trying to find ways to please her or make her like and accept you? Do you find...

Do you find it hard to resolve issues, particularly with your spouse or significant other? Arguing a point leads to anger, resentment and a lot of times a break up. Here are some steps you can...

When a person feels rushed and pressured they simply can't be the loving, happy person they want to be. If your spouse seems to be operating on overload, you can help ease their stress by giving...

With the war on terrorism still going strong, it has paid a toll on the spouses of these servicemembers. It takes courage for our men and women to serve our great nation, but the hardest job is...

The most common cause of marriage problems with a sister-in-law is jealousy of the relationship you have with your spouse. Because you're a threat to a valued bond, she will do anything to...

Ah, the mother-in-law. She starts out as a fictional character of your imagination. If you've ever dreamed of getting married, you've also envisioned having a mother-in-law. Once you sum up the...

As many spouses prepare for the return of their one and only after a period of long deployment, it is important to remember that after the initial excitement and adrenalin rush, life as usual will...

You and your spouse are engaged but soon to tie the knot. Going into this commit things need be disclosed and agreements need to be met. Discussing how the money situation will be dealt with is...

Is the idea of buying a gift for your spouse's parents loaded or what? You want to say, "I love you," but not more than you love your own parents. You want to say, "Like me!" without sounding too...

Many people have fallen on hard times in recent months. It is very difficult to sit back and see your whole world unravel and not be able to do anything to stop it. It is more difficult when...

In laws generally have a difficult time when it comes to dealing with their child's spouse. Especially if there was some friction before and after the wedding. Guess what? It does not have to be...

If your spouse, friend or employee has ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), you may be facing some challenges. People with ADHD can find it hard to focus, control impulses or keep...

As a family lawyer I used to see the very worst in couples as they came to end their marriage in the divorce courts. People who had once cherished each other enough to get married now hated each...

Not all divorces are bad. Sometimes, the two parties remain close, or at least can still speak to each other calmly like rational adults should. But sometimes, the marriage ends on a sour note and...

As much as you love your father-in-law and mother-in-law, you may discover that one or both are difficult to handle in day-to-day situations. Holidays may prove to be troublesome as they intrude...

Stress in families vary, but the most common factors that affect diverse groups of families are usually attributed to financial hardship, infidelity, job loss, substance abuse and spousal or child...

In the medical sense, first-degree relatives are people who share half your genes. In legal matters, relationships created by contract and law are considered equal to genetic relationships....

Having a good relationship with in-laws can be difficult at the best of times for some people. Here are a few ideas to make the relationship a little less stressful.

You can only get along WELL with your mother-in-law if she does her part, but you can get along with your mother-in-law no matter how she behaves.

Ever get frustrated because your spouse just doesn't seem to understand your needs? Maybe you need a little time alone after dealing with the kids all day, or maybe you want to sit in silence and...

Are you one of those who have small children to take care and a challenging yet interesting job in hand? Or you may be an entrepreneur who has to balance the work-front and a home teeming with...

Over fifty percent of the marriages in the United States end in divorce. The main three causes for divorce are money, house work and sex. These three elements are areas we often leave our...

There are many ways to let someone know that you care. The way you express your caring will depend on the person's age, relation to you, and their likes and dislikes. Everyone is motivated by...

Your relationship with your in-laws can be a love/hate experience. Rewording Charles Dickens, it can be the worst of times and it can be the best of times. But, either way, in-laws are family and...