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I had babies in Germany 10 years apart. This is what I learned about healthcare, motherhood and race

I had babies in Germany 10 years apart. This is what I learned about healthcare, motherhood and race My son was born soon after we moved to Berlin to open…

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‘I felt I was being assessed on my skin colour’: Black women around the world share their birth stories

‘I felt I was being assessed on my skin colour’: Black women around the world share their birth stories From Rio to Reykjavik, London to Shanghai, Black women face a…

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What’s the best way to tackle my sister’s violent outbursts? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

What’s the best way to tackle my sister’s violent outbursts? You and your sibling need to recognise the adult women you are now – not the children you once were…

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My son has very low self-esteem and confidence. How can I help him? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

My son has very low self-esteem and confidence. How can I help him? You should consider factors other than your own parenting – but it’s better to be patient instead…

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My youngest brother is a famous rockstar. I used to worry for him, but now I just feel so proud

My youngest brother is a famous rockstar. I used to worry for him, but now I just feel so proud We both loved music growing up but when he sent…

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‘Momfluencers’ should make room for the reality of parenting | Letters

‘Momfluencers’ should make room for the reality of parenting Rosie Weir says we need to stop fetishising the ‘perfect mother’; Laura Cartwright finds that humour helps. Plus letters from Dr…

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My younger brother isn’t doing anything with his life. Is he depressed? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

My younger brother isn’t doing anything with his life. Is he depressed? Consider why your brother taking it easy for a change bothers you. Be curious and don’t expect him…

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Dan Cross Wife Nicola – Who Is She And How Was She Killed? Kids and Family Details Explored

Feds scrapping PCR tests for Canadians returning from short trips abroad: sources I struggle with handwashing. Will my son inherit my OCD? Who is Dan Cross Wife Nicola? Dan Cross,…

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‘I’m lovingly angry’: Marianne Levy on why mothers are expected to suffer in silence

‘I’m lovingly angry’: Marianne Levy on why mothers are expected to suffer in silence A new memoir brings humour to the everyday pain of pregnancy and motherhood I meet Marianne…

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My ex-wife had an affair. How can I cope with my anger? | Ask Philippa

My ex-wife had an affair. How can I cope with my anger? Anger gets a bad press, says Philippa Perry, but it’s OK to give vent The question My six-year…

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What’s your love language? Take our quiz and find out

What’s your love language? Take our quiz and find out Gary Chapman’s 1992 book The Five Love Languages – currently enjoying a TikTok revival – says there are a handful…

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Can knowing your ‘love language’ transform your relationship?

Can knowing your ‘love language’ transform your relationship? A 30-year-old book on the five ways of showing someone you love them has become an unlikely TikTok sensation. I tried them…

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I’ve never stood up to my domineering in-laws? Is it too late to learn? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

I’ve never stood up to my domineering in-laws. Is it too late to learn? Discovering your voice – and learning how to use it – isn’t easy when you’ve kept…

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We fight all the time since our twins were born. Should we get divorced? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

We fight all the time since our twins were born. Should we get divorced? Parenting is hard, but splitting up won’t make things easier. Explore the alternatives and try to…

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Breastfeeding improves cognitive ability for children of poorer mothers – study

Breastfeeding improves cognitive ability for children of poorer mothers – study Analysis of data on almost 6,000 children found breastfeeding boosted brain development in disadvantaged mothers’ babies Children of poorer…

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I’m a recovering addict and my wife keeps telling our family and friends. Is she right? | Leading questions

I’m a recovering addict and my wife keeps telling our family and friends. Is she right? Addiction has two victims, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith: the person using and the…

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How do I make friends so my son has playmates? | Ask Philippa

How do I make friends so my son has playmates? Be curious for your own sake about friendship, says Philippa Perry. You may have mild autism or something in your…

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I had babies in Germany 10 years apart. This is what I learned about healthcare, motherhood and race

‘I felt I was being assessed on my skin colour’: Black women around the world share their birth stories

What’s the best way to tackle my sister’s violent outbursts? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

My son has very low self-esteem and confidence. How can I help him? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

My youngest brother is a famous rockstar. I used to worry for him, but now I just feel so proud

My younger brother isn’t doing anything with his life. Is he depressed? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

Dan Cross Wife Nicola – Who Is She And How Was She Killed? Kids and Family Details Explored

‘I’m lovingly angry’: Marianne Levy on why mothers are expected to suffer in silence

My ex-wife had an affair. How can I cope with my anger? | Ask Philippa

What’s your love language? Take our quiz and find out

Can knowing your ‘love language’ transform your relationship?

I’ve never stood up to my domineering in-laws? Is it too late to learn? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

We fight all the time since our twins were born. Should we get divorced? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

I’m a recovering addict and my wife keeps telling our family and friends. Is she right? | Leading questions

How do I make friends so my son has playmates? | Ask Philippa

17 Old-Fashioned Food Terms You’ll Only Hear in the South

Five years ago I felt like a failure as a dad, now I’m sharing with other men how to love their children

My husband has been having a secret affair for 30 years | Ask Philippa