Should you be friends with your kids?
A close relationship with your child is one thing, but boundaries are key. Here’s how to strike a balance between enjoying your kids and parenting them.
The reality of being a carer: ‘You end up in an alternate universe’
Being a carer can be hugely challenging and life-altering. National Carers Week is a time to recognise and celebrate the selflessness, commitment and resilience involved.
How to stay connected to friends when they quit drinking
When a mate decides to give up alcohol, your relationship dynamic may shift. Here’s how to support a newly sober friend.
Dump month: Can your relationship make it through December?
‘Tis the season to be … dumped. December may be a time for joy and goodwill – but it’s also the most popular time for couples to break up. Here’s…
Why more women file for divorce than men
When the end of a mixed-gender marriage isn’t a mutual decision, in the vast majority of cases, it’s women who decide to leave. Here’s why.
6 easy ways to spring-clean your sex life
Bedroom romance get a little dormant over winter? The season of new beginnings has sprung, now is the perfect time to spring-clean your sex life. Here’s how.
How ‘democratic parenting’ may bring harmony to your home
Gone are the days of authoritarian child-rearing. More parents are adopting a democratic parenting style: a more gentle approach where everyone has a say.