Family

Write This Letter to Avoid End-of-Life Regrets
Death & Dying

Write This Letter to Avoid End-of-Life Regrets

Rebecca Shannonhouse | November 7, 2018

Don’t wait until it’s too late to mend old wounds with loved ones. Writing this letter will allow you to live—and die—without regrets.

Write Your Life Story: The Best Gift for Children and Grandchildren
What Caregivers Need

Write Your Life Story: The Best Gift for Children and Grandchildren

Marcy Cottrell Houle | November 6, 2018

While you still remember—questions to you get started sharing your life story with the people you love…and for caregivers to get their loved ones talking.

7 Ways to Get Your Kids to Talk to You About Their Health
Family

7 Ways to Get Your Kids to Talk to You About Their Health

Robyn J.A. Silverman, PhD | October 30, 2018

Teens may be reluctant or embarrassed to come to you when they think something’s wrong with their bodies. Here’s how to get them to open up.

How to Deal with an Aggressive Dog—Yours or Someone Else’s
Pets

How to Deal with an Aggressive Dog—Yours or Someone Else’s

Marc Bekoff, PhD | October 12, 2018

Here’s how to recognize an agitated dog and what to do—and not do—to keep it from attacking you.

Avoid Family Conflicts When a Parent is Ill or Dying
What Your Doctor Isn't Telling You

Avoid Family Conflicts When a Parent is Ill or Dying

David Sherer, MD | October 10, 2018

Advanced planning is key to prevent even more difficulties when a parent is seriously ill. What you need to do well before illness or disability occurs.

Understand the Costs Before Getting a Dog
Pets

Understand the Costs Before Getting a Dog

September 12, 2018

It’s important to realize what it really costs to own a dog so you can budget properly and set realistic expectations.

Service Animal Etiquette: Dos and Don’ts for Interacting with Them and Their Owners
Pets

Service Animal Etiquette: Dos and Don’ts for Interacting with Them and Their Owners

Flora Baird | August 30, 2018

If you’re an animal lover and see a service dog, you may be tempted to reach out and pet it. But stop and do this first.

How to Protect a Parent from Caregiver Abuse
Family

How to Protect a Parent from Caregiver Abuse

Sandra D. Glazier, Esq. | August 14, 2018

Here’s what to do if you’re worried a caregiver is robbing your parent of freedom and/or assets.

A Dozen Ways to Save on Pet Care
Pets

A Dozen Ways to Save on Pet Care

Lauren ­Greutman | August 11, 2018

A pet can cost thousands of dollars a year in healthcare and other expenses, but there are ways to cut those costs.

I’m Jealous of My Own Child!
Family

I’m Jealous of My Own Child!

Tina Gilbertson, LPC | August 2, 2018

Feeling jealous of your child's success is more common than you’d think. Here's how to reduce that feeling and make sure it doesn't ruin your relationship.

Do You Still Pay Your Grown Kids’ Phone Bills?
Common Threads

Do You Still Pay Your Grown Kids’ Phone Bills?

Sarah Hiner | July 26, 2018

Kids naturally want to be independent. So why are so many living with their parents? Bottom Line Inc's CEO Sarah Hiner explores.

How to Take a Pet to a Foreign Country
Pets

How to Take a Pet to a Foreign Country

Erin Ballinger | July 18, 2018

What you need to know if you’re traveling internationally with your pet.

You Can Travel with Your Pet
Pets

You Can Travel with Your Pet

Erin Ballinger | July 18, 2018

Meta Description: What you need to know to successfully and safely travel with your pet.

Is Your Daughter or Daughter-in-Law Pregnant? For Family Harmony, Follow these 5 Rules!
Family

Is Your Daughter or Daughter-in-Law Pregnant? For Family Harmony, Follow these 5 Rules!

Kathy Hartke, MD | July 13, 2018

Your daughter or daughter-in-law is pregnant, and you're thrilled—and concerned. Here's how to be a great grandparent during the pregnancy and labor.

The Grandparent Chronicles Part 2: How Much Influence Did Your Grandparents Have On You?
Aging for Beginners

The Grandparent Chronicles Part 2: How Much Influence Did Your Grandparents Have On You?

Adriane Berg | May 29, 2018

I didn’t realize how much my grandparents affected me until recently—and I’m almost a grandparent! What about you?