… but I’m petrified after a miscarriage last year. The best advice I can give you is to speak to your doctor, says our elder. Dear EWC I’m asking for…
My partner aborted our baby…
… and I was powerless to stop her. It’s important to address this with her, says our elder. Talk it through. Dear EWC We were expecting a child together and…
Stuck with Mom’s new baby
My mom is having a baby and plans to go off traveling while my siblings and I look after it. Help! Now is the time to say no, says our…
Worried for my kids’ health
I always think they have something sinister. How can I stop? Our elder helps an anxious mother get things in perspective. Dear EWC I am 43, with three children, ages…
I don’t love my newborn son
Am I a monster? Certainly not, says our elder. You can still be a good dad. Leave yourself open to the possibility of loving your son — and stop comparing…
No, you can’t buy my daughter
My ex is showering our daughter with gifts, and I know he will expect something in return. How can I deal with this? Keep communicating with your daughter, says our…
My nephew is plain rude
He can’t even say “thank you” and I think that’s unacceptable. I’m not a fan of rudeness, says our elder. But he’s not your child to discipline. Dear EWC I…
Help me to not be a hoarder!
I’m moving into a new home with my children, and I have no idea what we need! I can’t be a hoarder like my parents. Start with the essentials, says…
Taken for granted at Christmas
My son and his fiancée didn’t give me any notice about coming to stay over the holidays. Should I tell them not to come? It’s not fair, says our elder,…
What if she hates her name?
My wife and I are expecting twins. Can I name my daughter Constantine? Our elder shares the stories behind her own children’s names to reassure him. Dear EWC My wife…