Author Archives: BakersfieldMom

Q: My husband’s previous wife passed on four years ago and left him with two boys, now ages 7 and 9. We have been married for almost two years and also have a little girl who is 6 months old. … Continue reading →

Other soccer parents loudly criticize your son’s game. Should you go to the coach? Tweet

Q: I recently broke off a three-year relationship — and his mother is my best friend. Who tells her and how do we do it?  Tweet

Your in-laws toss profanity around with abandon. Should you ask them to tone it down for the kids? Tweet

The following post is sponsored by Dignity Health: Take a few minutes and ask yourself the following questions.  Your family is counting on you!  Tweet

Bath time can elicit all sorts of feelings for a parent and they don’t all match the Johnson’s baby advertisements. Often this can be a period of stress but by understanding your child’s dominant sense, being organized ahead of time … Continue reading →

Q: Our 7-year-old son is very negative about everything. He’s a middle child, so that may have something to do with it, but everyone else in the family is very happy, positive, optimistic, and so on. He never has anything … Continue reading →

Question: I’m dating a guy with teenage daughters 16 and 18. He is always hugging them, and when we sit on the couch he will rub my leg and theirs as well. We went to a talk yesterday and his … Continue reading →

Your 13-year-old is spending her money on flashy, colorful bras. Does this mean anything?  Tweet

Question: We have two boys, 8 and 7. They are completely, and I mean COMPLETELY, out of control. They constantly argue, fight and tattle. If they’re not fighting, they’re playing chaotically. Homework is a constant battle, and getting them to … Continue reading →