June 2020

I am a White Mother Raising a Mixed Son in an Otherwise All-White Family: Where Should I Begin?

I am a White Mom Raising a Mixed Son in an Otherwise All-White Family: Where Should I Begin?

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A mom writes in asking for advice about raising her mixed-race son as protests throughout the world continue. This white mother-of-three has an 11-year-old son from a previous relationship. Her son’s father is Black, and therefore her son is half-Black and half-white. This mom wants to know what she should be doing for her son: What conversations should she be having with him? How should she be having them? Where should she start?

I'm Terrified of Having a Second C-Section: Advice?

I’m Terrified of Having a Second C-Section: Advice?

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A mom writes in asking for advice about having a second C-section. She says she had an emergency C-section during her first delivery, which likely caused some trauma. Now that she is pregnant again, she is planning to have a scheduled C-section, but she is terrified. She says her anxiety is getting out of control, and she would like to hear from other moms who have been through this about their positive experiences in having a second, planned C-section.

My Ex Wants to Take Our Son With Him Across the Country to Meet a Woman He's Never Even Met in Person: Advice?

My Ex Wants to Take Our Son With Him Across the Country to Meet a Woman He’s Never Even Met in Person: Advice?

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A mom writes in asking for advice about her ex. She says that her ex has requested to take their son on a cross-country trip to meet a woman whom the ex has not met in person. This mom has tried to explain her concerns about this situation to her ex, but he does not seem to care. She is worried that if she flat-out tells him no, he will find ways to cause problems for her. Any advice for this mom?

I'm Conflicted About Having a Second Child: What Are the Pros and Cons?

I’m Conflicted About Having a Second Child: What Are the Pros and Cons?

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A mom writes in asking for advice about whether or not she should have a second child. This mom-of-one says “life is crazy enough with one” child, and she worries that adding another into the mix will only make life harder. However, she worries that one day she will look back and wish she had a second, only it will be too late to do it by then. She asks moms with multiples what the pros and cons are of having more than one child.

My Job Offers No Maternity Leave, and Short-Term Disability Isn't an Option for Me: Advice?

My Job Offers No Maternity Leave, and Short-Term Disability Isn’t an Option for Me: Advice?

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A mom-to-be writes in asking for advice about maternity leave. She says she and her boyfriend are expecting their first child in December. Her job does not offer paid maternity leave. She looked into adding short-term disability into her benefits package at work, but due to the circumstances, her pregnancy is considered a “pre-existing condition” and would not be covered. Looking into private insurance has not yielded any good options either. What can this mom-to-be do?

My 9-Month-Old Baby Hasn't Been Able to Poop in 5 Days: Advice?

My 9-Month-Old Baby Hasn’t Been Able to Poop in 5 Days: Advice?

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A mom writes in asking for advice about her infant daughter. She says her 9-month-old baby hasn’t pooped in five days. “She pushes and cries” but nothing happens. This mom is waiting to get in at her pediatrician’s office, but in the meantime, she is wondering if any moms have advice for her. She’s tried all of the best recommendations she could find already, but nothing seems to work.

I'm a Single Mom Who Is Ready to Buy Her First House: How Should I Start This Process?

I’m a Single Mom Who Is Ready to Buy Her First House: How Should I Start This Process?

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A single mom writes in asking for advice about how to buy her first house. This 23-year-old mom has a son and currently lives with her mom and stepdad. She receives no financial support from her son’s party father, nor does she want financial support from him. She wants to buy a house on her own for her and her son. But she doesn’t know where to start. Any advice for this single mom and first-time homebuyer?

My Partner Cheated on Me But Now Says He Wants to 'Work on It': Advice?

My Partner Cheated on Me But Now Says He Wants to ‘Work on It’: Advice?

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A mom writes in asking for advice about her partner. She has been with her partner for 8 years, and they have 3 children together. Earlier this year, her partner had a one-night stand and told her about it the following day. At the time, he told her that he loved her but was no longer “in love” with her. He then changed his tune and told her he wants to work on saving their relationship. This mom is conflicted about what to do.

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