One of the most important parenting tips that I can give young parents is always to be a unanimous front in front of their children. Never fight in front of the kids, and never turn the kids against the other parent. You have to be together, or at least appear to be together when you are educating your kids, and only later, behind closed doors, talk about the disagreements you might have with one other. Otherwise, the only thing that the kids will learn is that they can get away with whatever t…

A mother's time is precious

It's not an easy feat, motherhood

For many parents who want to run their lives as smoothly as possible, nannies are the holy grail. Considering this, how would you respond if your sister-in-law tried to lure your nanny away with the promise of a bigger payday? The story below is of a dumbfounded mother. The original poster (OP), a mother of three, hired the most incredible nanny to help her take care of the children. The nanny is dependable, creative, and well-liked by the children. As a result, OP quickly agreed to the nanny's…

Your grueling efforts don't go unnoticed

In romantic relationships, it's important for each partner to be able to have their own friends and interests. And if they are interested in things you aren't, that's okay, as long as you are supportive of them. You can't forbid your partner from doing something completely harmless just because you don't like it. That is the perfect way to unnecessarily ruin a marriage, kind of like what this husband is facing right now. He took it to the internet because he's torn about his behavior. His wife,…

might as well enjoy it while it lasts

Third-wheeling is awkward, but it's especially awkward if you feel like a third wheel with your husband and his ex-wife. Every year, a woman we'll call OP and her husband would travel. This year, OP was thrilled that her husband's son wanted to join them. She had been a steady presence in the kid's life for years, but his mom, her husband's ex, liked to one-up her. This ex told OP that she needed to join them on their travels as well, as there was no way that the kid was going to be allowed to…

Mama bird finally gets the worm

You won't always be this tired

how do you say "I promise I'm smart my brain is just fried" professionally?

You'll sleep one day

Moms are Funny Too

Motherhood is a long and arduous journey

Wishing That I Was Falling Asleep Counting Sheep

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