DEAR ABBY: My nephew is getting married soon, and he and his father are having issues with the guest list. My brother-in-law has a few immediate family members who don’t know their limit when it comes to alcohol, and my nephew is worried that if they’re invited, they’ll abuse the open bar and embarrass the … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I have been dating “Paul” for several years. He lives about an hour away, and we see each other a few weekends a month. I know he loves me. A few months ago, his dog suddenly died from cancer. It was traumatic because “Bruiser” was his best friend. Paul has been different since … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I am 26 and have been with my boyfriend, “Trey,” for eight years. We have an 18-month-old son. When I was six months pregnant, I went through Trey’s phone and saw he was cheating on me. I was humiliated and told my best friend because I couldn’t keep it in any longer. It … Read more
“Will you marry me?” These four words make up one of the most important questions posed in a lifetime. If you’re ready to get down on one knee and propose marriage to your partner, you’ll likely want to prepare ahead of time for the milestone. Besides picking out a ring, which can be intimidating in … Read more
DEAR ABBY: For the last six years, my partner and I have hosted family Thanksgiving dinners. I always spend more time and energy than I have to make it beautiful and successful. This year, I have neither the budget nor a desire for the stress. I made it known early that we wouldn’t be hosting … Read more
As parents and caregivers across America strive to keep an even keel in their households no matter what is going on in the outside world, many wonder how, if at all, they should talk to their children about the war that’s gripped Israel since Oct. 7. Fox News Digital reached out to Dr. Meg Meeker, a Minnesota-based … Read more
Well, it’s official, the dating world has lost its mind. First, we were told that ethically non-monogamous relationships were the way to go. Then we were told to shack up with someone, anyone, just for the cold winter months (cuffing season). Oh, and then to dump them come summertime a.k.a ‘hot girl summer’. And now we’re being … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I’ve been separated and divorced for two years. A year ago, I met a man through a mutual friend. He was also going through a divorce. We started communicating, fell in love and have been traveling back and forth between Ohio, where he works and lives, and New Jersey, where I am. He … Read more
When Sarah dated a man who wasn’t always available to answer her calls, she never imagined there would be a reason, other than that he was simply busy at work. “The excuses he gave for not answering his phone, I was very trusting of because it made sense for the type of job he had,” the Melbourne single … Read more
Your body changes in myriad ways while you’re pregnant. The biggest issues are stretch marks, brown spots and varicose veins, which can be frustrating because there’s no way to fully prevent them, said Melissa Kanchanapoomi Levin, MD, founder of Entière Dermatology. Here’s what two New York dermatologists advise. Stretch marks What these are: Also known … Read more
Once your bump starts to show, you’ll need to figure out what to wear. The best bet is to look for versatile items that take you through pregnancy, nursing and beyond. You want easy pieces that grow with you, without sacrificing style. Take stock of your current clothes first. What are your most worn, beloved … Read more
Refrains from well-intentioned loved ones starting to sound like a dizzying chorus? “As soon as you are expecting your first child, people come out of the woodwork to share it,” said Kelly Oriard, LMFT, therapist and co-founder of Slumberkins, which creates educational learning products for kids. Time to ditch the unhelpful advice for these suggestions … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I’m a lesbian. My wife and I have been married for nine years, but since COVID and my mother’s death, we have had problems. I met a man online; he’s an actor. We grew close via the internet. When my wife found out, we fought, and this man and I haven’t been as … Read more
Patek Philippe Calatrava watch (right) in white gold, $30,750 at London Jewelers My first watch: An old Tissot that used to belong to my father, before he handed it on to me. As a kid, I used to buy old watches at yard sales; this was when battery-powered watches were in the ascendance, so you … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My mother-in-law, “Irma,” is a peach — she’s the sweetest person in the world. She will do anything for anyone to lend a helping hand. Two weeks ago, she fell and broke her femur, which resulted in a significant hospital stay and needed rehabilitation. My wife and I have been taking care of … Read more
An Australian woman who portrayed herself as a doctor and gave people all sorts of health advice over TikTok and Instagram revealed she was faking her profession the whole time, according to The Sun. Dalya Karezi plead guilty Wednesday and was sentenced to a two-year community corrections order at Sydney’s Downing Centre Local Court, Yahoo … Read more
A 30-year-old’s confession about shocking DNA test results has birthed a debate on Reddit about the importance of genetics in parenting. “I was devastated, but I decided that I was not going to say anything to anyone,” the man shared about secretly learning he is not his son’s biological father. “Realistically, it doesn’t change much.” … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I have been married to my husband for 38 years. It has been a happy marriage for the most part; we rarely disagree or argue. The problem is, his parents are both very sick. His mom has Alzheimer’s, and his father was just diagnosed with stage-4 cancer — he’ll probably die within six … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My friend dresses like a slob. We were on a cruise and went to dine in one of the upscale restaurants on the ship. Because she was wearing jean shorts and an old, faded T-shirt, we were asked to leave. We will be going on another cruise soon, and I’m concerned she will … Read more
World Mental Health Day is October 10. More than one in five youths (ages 13-18) currently or at some point in their lives will have a seriously debilitating mental illness, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Fox News Digital spoke with Dr. Megan Campbell, a child and adolescent psychiatrist at Children’s Hospital in New … Read more