There's no shortage of research touting the therapeutic benefits of the human-animal connection, whether it's through an official pet therapy program or via the four-legged fur babies under your own roof. Here, we'll share stories and... Continue
In just five years, the number of caregivers in the U.S. has increased from 43.5 million to 53 million, according to 2020 data from the National Alliance for Caregiving (NAC) and AARP. That means one in five Americans is currently a... Continue
What's more exciting than learning a new grandchild is about to come into your life? Many expectant parents can't wait to hop on the phone or drive over to let their parents know they're about to become a grandparent. Others, however,... Continue
If you're like most of us, you probably had to learn plenty of life lessons — some of them the hard way — as you grew into adulthood. In fact, there's a good chance you're still learning new things as you go about life. But wouldn't... Continue
Last year we published a piece called Adult Children: The Guide to Parenting Your Grown Kids. Many readers responded by sharing their intensely difficult situations with adult children. Comments included everything from financial... Continue
There was a time when people expected newlyweds to soon add at least one or two babies to the family. Over the years, however, societal expectations for couples has eased, creating greater leeway with one of the biggest decisions of their... Continue
Everyone wants to feel love, and that desire doesn't change as you age. However, as your needs and preferences evolve over time - and as life experiences shape you for better and for worse - finding love later in life may look different... Continue
What is it about your dad's best advice that has had staying power throughout your life? Even if Dad got on your nerves with his caution and counsel while you were growing up, you've probably since learned that he knew what he was talking... Continue
