I was raised in the liberal Boston area. We were all supposed to have it all. Well, after having kids, I did work periodically: once using an institutional daycare center. My youngest, 18 months at the time cried for 1 week straight. More >>

After many years and being a grandfather, I'm learning to consider children as young people. They're bright and shiny pennies filled with the wonder of discovering the world. More >>

When I was teaching middle school, I assigned my 8th graders a 'commentary' warm up -- basically asking them for their reactions to news items of the day. More >>

My daughter was very difficult to raise, but you helped us through the hard times, and she has grown into a wonderful adult. This is a letter she wrote to me from college... More >>

I am writing about the lady whose daughter is off to college. You recommended she learn to play pool or get a hobby... More >>

Parents get bombarded fairly early on regarding the importance of having their child academically ready. A young child is barely out of diapers when reality hits parents on how to help them succeed academically. More >>

I listen to you every day, and I hear so many callers who have baggage that stems from their childhood. I want to share my husband's story with you. More >>

I have a long story. I was only 17 when my father killed my mother, brother and 2 sisters. I married soon after and it ended in divorce. My second husband of now 33 years and I were blessed with 3 children... More >>

...Today I saw a post on one of the deployment Facebook pages I subscribe to and there was a post from a woman who was seeking advice because her husband had cheated on her. More >>

Does your toddler do chores around the house? I know, I know, you're probably thinking what could a toddler possible do? More >>