The new mom had a C-section and needed her own mother to help her care for the baby. This is not a competition.

Dear Abby: I take it personally when my co-worker badmouths teachers Dear Abby: In my grief over my husband’s death ... I have had doubts about his sobriety due to his serious family problems and his ...

My caregiver disagrees. He says that it’s my fault for continuing through the glass rather than turning around. He also said ...

We’ve both worked hard all our lives and are content living a modest retirement. Our house is paid for, and we have little ...

My spouse and I are retired and on Social Security. We've both worked hard all our lives and are content living a modest ...

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.

Advice Dear Abby: Are your friends deserting you in grief, or are you deserting them? Published: Jun. 22, 2025, 6:00 a.m.

DEAR ABBY: I know I’ll be chastised for having these thoughts, but I need advice. I thought I was supportive to my friend who lost her husband after a four-year battle with Alzheimer’s disease ...

Dear Abby: My mom finally wants to get to know my kids. It’s too late. She once told me she was bored with women who were obsessed with their grandchildren ...

DEAR ABBY: When my ex-wife died recently, she left our two children (in their 20s and 30s) a home that was in her name. Related Articles Dear Abby: I want to make things right. My children want ...

Dear Abby gives advice to a mom whose youngest daughter suddenly wants to live with her father in another state.

DEAR ABBY: I lost my wife of 20 years four months ago after a prolonged illness. I retired at 62 and became her primary caretaker. The job of caretaker is endless and stressful, and yet rewarding ...