What’s the best advice your mom ever gave you?

I put this question to Dr. Leah the other day on the phone: “What’s the best advice that your mom ever gave you?” After a brief pause, she answered” “My mom always said, “Anyone can be in a relationship if she sets her sights low enough.’ ” (Isn’t that the truth?) On that note, we’re [...]

When the other parent prefers Pull Ups

Once again, we’re turning to you for some co-parenting advice for a divorced mom. We’ve all coped with bed wetting in one form or another.  If you’ve dealt with bed wetting in two homes or just your own — maybe you’re in the thick of it now? — thanks for helping out on this one! [...]

How to be a happy single mother

When Orit Sutton was eight months pregnant, her baby’s father split town. Although they attempted to reconcile when their daughter was four months old, Orit — a choreographer and dance instructor in London, England — knew that she’d better prepare to parent alone. We’ve been emailing back and forth with Orit, and it’s clear that [...]

Thanksgiving without your kids?

Because both Dr. Leah and I have sole custody of our kids, our Thanksgiving Day celebrations have always included our kids. For those of you who have shared custody — with alternating holidays — however, this day might find you without your kids. So, we’ve been wondering lately: what if we were NOT able to [...]

Do “little things” stress you out?

“I’ve been having the toughest time disciplining my son lately,” begins an email we received this week from the single mom of a three-year-old son. “He’s a very sweet kid,” she adds. “But he just doesn’t listen when I tell him to do — or not do — something.” For example, in the morning, she [...]

How to marry the wrong guy

Seventeen years ago, Anne Milford called off her first wedding. In the aftermath of the breakup, she discovered something shocking: Most women (and men) who want to cancel their weddings don’t. “I couldn’t believe how many people confessed that they knew they were making a mistake as they were walking down the aisle,” says Anne. [...]

My kid doesn’t need to meet my new girlfriend

“A couple of months ago, I started dating a woman whom I met at the gym, and I think I’m falling hard for her,” begins an email we recently received from a divorced dad of one. Great! So, what’s the problem? Well, this dad has always vowed to keep his parenting and dating lives separate [...]

Does my kid need therapy?

“I’m writing to ask for some advice about my six-year-old son. I think he might need to see a therapist,” began an email we recently received from a single mom. She went onto say that her son has always been melodramatic and assertive — but she’s concerned  his behavior is getting out of control.  He’s [...]

And I promised myself I’d NEVER do that

Parenthood always seems to begin with silent vows, doesn’t it? When you were expecting your first child, did you make certain promises to yourself? Did you promise, for example, that your kid would only eat “healthy” food. There was no way that junk food would ever pass your kid’s lips. Did you ever vow to [...]

Are you the only single parent in your kid’s class?

Many of your kids have started school this week. How’s it going? I’ll never forget that first morning of kindergarten. My petite five-year-old daughter had excitedly raced into her class — without looking back — as I sucked in my tears and raced the other way. I was rushing back to my car, alone. I [...]

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