FAMILY Q&A
Q&A: Pursuing a relationship with absentee dad
Q: I’m a woman in my twenties, raised by a single mum and who rarely saw my dad. Recently he’s expressed an interest in seeing
Q&A: Suspecting child abuse from babysitter
Q: How can we tell if a babysitter has acted inappropriately with our children? We’re concerned that our babysitter may have abused our child. A:
Q&A: Staying connected with our children
Q: Our family schedule is pretty crazy, and it seems like we’re all just getting busier. We’re trying to make changes, but meanwhile I’m concerned
Q&A: Letting my child experience natural consequences
Q: My 13-year-old son has a real penchant for irresponsible and selfish behaviour. I took off early from work the other day so he could
Q&A: Grieving a miscarriage
Q: Is it normal to deeply grieve a miscarriage? My husband and I suffered one, and we’re surprised at how devastating it’s been for us.
Q&A: Faking sick to skip school
Q: How can I tell if our teenager is faking an illness to get out of school? He often complains of not feeling well on
Q&A: Taking separate vacations
Q: Is it a good idea for married couples to take separate vacations? My husband was invited to take an out-of-state trip with a friend
Q&A: Honouring my Alzheimer's parent
Q: Can you tell me what it means to “honour” a parent who has become increasingly cranky, feisty, disagreeable, and demanding as a result of
Q&A: Celebrating Valentine's Day with our child
Q: Do you have any recommendations for celebrating Valentine’s Day? I’d like my child to be able to enjoy the experience, but I don’t want