In Wives and Moms’ monthly “Am I Overreacting?” series, we answer an anonymous submission asking that question. Here’s what we think — how about you? Dear Wives and Moms, My husband is totally clueless and can’t seem to dress our daughter to my standards. For context: I work in healthcare and he works remotely, so […]
It’s a scary prospect, but it’s important to get as much information as possible. Here are the questions to ask when your child needs surgery. It’s a sentence no parent wants to hear: “your child needs surgery.” Unfortunately, many issues can require pediatric surgical intervention — tonsillectomies, ear tube placements, or other conditions can mean […]
Here are some key things to keep in mind, so you can begin your search feeling informed and confident. Looking for a home is exciting — but it can also feel overwhelming, emotional, and full of surprises you don’t see coming until you’re already deep in the process. Before you start scrolling listings or booking […]
Miscarriages are common, but that doesn’t make them any less devastating. Losing a pregnancy is heartbreaking. You may be feeling many different emotions — grief, anger sadness — all at intense levels (and the hormones certainly don’t help). If you’ve never experienced a miscarriage before, you may be left wondering what happens next. First and […]
Protecting your family’s future starts with the right questions — here’s what to ask. You can’t buy a car without auto insurance, and you can’t buy a house without homeowners insurance. But life insurance is different — no one forces you to have it, even though it can be one of the most important protections […]
In Wives and Moms’ monthly “Am I Overreacting?” series, we answer an anonymous submission asking that question. Here’s what we think — how about you? Dear Wives and Moms, My mother-in-law was babysitting for me one afternoon and she gave my 2 year old son orange slices for a snack. I hadn’t given him oranges […]
From choosing an injector to knowing what to expect, here’s your first‑time Botox checklist. Thinking about getting Botox but not sure what happens next? You’re not alone — plenty of women are curious about dipping their toes (or foreheads) into the world of injectables. Before you book that appointment, here are a few things to […]
In Wives and Moms’ monthly “Am I Overreacting?” series, we answer an anonymous submission asking that question. Here’s what we think — how about you? Dear Wives and Moms, My mother‑in‑law insists that we come to her house for everything. We’re the only ones with small kids, and it’s a hassle to pack up the […]
Your baby is finally here! These are the next steps after your little one makes their grand arrival You’ve planned, prepared, nested and celebrated. Now, your little one has finally arrived! After the rush of joy and initial bonding time has come and gone, you may be left wondering what comes next. Having a baby […]
If you’ve got a little one on the way, you’re going to need stuff…a lot of it. Here’s what I wish I knew before making a baby registry Preparing for your baby’s arrival is an exciting (and overwhelming) time. Baby registries are a wonderful way to acquire all the necessary stuff for your bundle of […]