DEAR ABBY: My daughter-in-law is very opinionated. At times, we get along. But, in the past, she has upset me by accusing me of not doing the right thing. Related Articles Dear Abby: My mom wants ...

DEAR ABBY: Is there ever a way to give unsolicited advice in a way it can be appreciated? Related Articles Dear Abby: My mom wants me to train my toddler in certain tasks. It’s not going to happen.

DEAR ABBY: My husband and I finally got custody of his daughter “Amelia” 15 days before her 16th birthday. She came to us with home-schooling and little socialization. Now she’s 18, and we ...

DEAR ABBY: My husband and I finally got custody of his daughter “Amelia” 15 days before her 16th birthday. She came to us with home-schooling and little socialization. Now she’s 18, and we ...

Dear Annie: I have a close friend I care about a lot, but there’s something that’s starting to get under my skin -- and I’m not sure if I should say something or let it slide. Whenever we go ...

Dear Abby: I have a 16-month-old who has recently learned to walk. My mom was watching him one day a week while I worked part-time, but she ultimately decided it was too much stress on her back ...

DEAR ABBY: My partner and I have been together more than five years now. He has two adult children. I learned two days ago that I am pregnant. At 43 years old, I didn’t think a child was in my ...

DEAR ABBY: I have been married for 33 years. My husband is great and treats me well. We’ve had no problems. I recently got in contact with my first boyfriend from 40 years ago. We have been ...

I’m Always There for Her -- but What About Me? Dear Annie: My best friend, “Sarah,” and I have been close since college, but lately, our friendship feels one-sided. She’s going through a ...

Dear Annie: My daughter-in-law and I have never had a good relationship, but we tolerate each other because of my son. I have tried to be a good mother-in-law. I never visit unannounced. When my ...

Donation Options Search Search Search Dear Abby columnist Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips. Share DEAR ABBY: My dad is a registered sex offender who has done time for his crimes ...

Dear Abby: My dad is a registered sex offender who has done time for his crimes against children. My mother has continued to have contact with him and has repeatedly chosen him over her own children.