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Too Much Princess?

October 20, 2008 by Jenna M. - Melrose, MA

My parents watch my 2 year old two days a week and are great with her. They have more than just a occasional grandpar...

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How to Thank My In-laws

April 15, 2009 by Jenny_W - Hyde Park, MA

My mother in law and sister in laws have been really great to me, especially in recent weeks when I was sick and my h...

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Too Close to Grandparents?

February 05, 2009 by Molly F. - Lenox, MA

Hello, We have a almost 15 month old son, our first, who is very attached to my parents who live just 15 minutes awa...

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My Inlaws Favor My Sister-laws Kids over Mine

October 28, 2008 by maggie m. - Agawam, MA

I am hoping that someone might have the same issues that I am experiencing and can offer advice on how to deal. My in...

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Excessive Gifts

February 09, 2008 by Erin W. - Springfield, MA

Every time we see my mother in law (once a month) she has new toys for my 6 month daughter. We have a small house, s...

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Living as an Extended Family

October 26, 2008 by Kirsten C. - Maynard, MA

For various reasons, we're considering living with my folks. I'd appreciate some help wrapping my head around it all...

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Need Some Space!

November 08, 2008 by Netra S. - Lexington, MA

My husband and I have been temporarily living in my in-laws house for the past several months. We will be moving out...

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Rivalry Between Cousins

December 28, 2008 by Karen - Wrentham, MA

We are very close to my brother and his family, but lately things have been very strained and uncomfortable. His 3 1...

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Explaining My Sister's Divorce to 3-Year Old

October 09, 2008 by Lenore Z. - Arlington, MA

Hi everyone - My kids are close to my sister, especially my three-year old. My sister and her husband will be divorc...

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Seeking Advice on Grandmother-to-be

April 02, 2008 by Melinda C. - Rockport, MA

My husband and I are expecting our first baby in August and our ultrasound is later this week. My family is coming in...