So I say with some confidence that my husband and I got lucky with a relatively easy baby/toddler. She’s always been a good sleeper and a good eater, her developmental milestones don’t cause stress, ...

Do I have to tell our daughter?

They are someone I thought of as chosen family—something especially important to me as an only child with no extended family.

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Is it unfair that I'm bothered?

Prudie says: “Everyone was happy that the letter-writer’s mom died! Jesus!” ...

Our advice columnists have heard it all over the years—so we’re diving into the Dear Prudence archives to share classic letters with our readers. Submit your own questions to Prudie here. My wonderful ...

Jenée and Lonnae answer one last question… about peeing your plants. This week’s podcast is produced by Jenée Desmond Harris, Maura Currie, and Daisy Rosario, with special thanks to Anuli Ononye. This ...

Kristen and Dan answer one more letter, from a spouse who’s struggling with whether stepkids have to come first. This week’s podcast is produced by Maura Currie, Daisy Rosario, Vic Whitley-Berry, and ...

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Kristen and Vanessa answer one more letter about learning languages… with a relationship on the line. This week’s podcast is produced by Maura Currie, Daisy Rosario, and Vic Whitley-Berry. This ...

Jenée and Helen answer one more question about boomers online. This week’s podcast is produced by Jenée Desmond Harris, Maura Currie, and Daisy Rosario, with special thanks to Anuli Ononye and Sophie ...