My child has been invited to visit a friend. The perants can't keep their home slean, so how will they look after my child?
A new part-time employee, referred by a colleague, has asked me for personal advice. It is inappropriate. What should I do?
I am a woman and think I'm straight. But i find images of women arousing. What is my sexuality?
My wife hasn't slept with me for eight years. I love her, but is it OK for me to look for sex elsewhere. Can I have an affair?
My boyfriend's estranged and terminally ill wife wishes to spend her last days at his house with their children. What should I do
I am a divorced mother of three children. Will they resent my lover's involvement with them if I demand it from him?
I want to leave my wife, but last week she was diagnosed with a debilitating illness. I would feel too guilty if I asked her for a divorce now. what should I do?
My husband takes his painting hobby seriously. His work is bad and he keeps asking for my opinion. Should I tell him the truth
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My wife and I are happily married but when we bump into one of her ex-boyfriends, I get bery jealous. How do I mange this?
I have three coworkers who constantly criticise and belittle me. I can't 'fight' back because they shout me down. i go into a panic attack, my palms sweat and my adrenaline goes haywire. I hate going into the office as a result
Leonard Carr and Stephanie Dawson-Cosser answer your questions about children and parenting. Send your question to tellus@thetimes.co.za
Leonard Carr and Stephanie Dawson-Cosser answer your questions about children and parenting. Send your question to tellus@thetimes.co.za
I have repeatedly spoken to my child about the dangers of being a thief, but my words fall on deaf ears. Where the little criminal go to be taught?
i don't like my daughter's new playmate from school, who is spoilt and badly behaved. How can I gently discourage this relationship?
Cigarette fumes from the people living downstairs bother me if i leave the window open. I need fresh air. What do i do?
What do i do when my very self-willed 13-year-old granddaughter pings me on my cell at 3.40am?
I lived in a block of flats where pets are allowed. How do i get the landlady to act against a neighbour's barking dogs?
After our wedding, I saw a side of my wife I don't like. She drinks a lot and gossips, and shows no remorse. How should I handle this?
My father died a few weeks ago. I don't know how I will face festive season family gatherings. The sadness is overwhelming.
My son's girlfriend walked naked in our house, believing she was alone. I saw her. I can't get her image out of my mind and dream about her. I feel guilty
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A school mum told me that parents don't want my children to play with theirs because I'm unmarried. How do I them I am stable?
I'm upset about returning to work and leaving my three-month-old child in a nanny's care. How can I overcome the envy?
My partner and i are living together as we want to build our relationship and hope to marry one day. But her religious convictions don't allow her to have sexual relations before marriage. I find this difficult. What do i do?
My partner, who contributes money to my household and to our children's schooling, says I owe him sexual favours. What should I do for him to realise that intimate relations are not a transaction?
My husband enjoyed a radio host's recent sexist remark. I'm now doubting him. What should I do?
I don't drink alchol often, but when I do, I have too much. Then for days I feel guilty and ashamed. What should I do?
My grown-up daughter and I have a close relationship. When she confides in me, or has a hormonal tantrum, I play the perfect mother and comfort her. But when it's my turn to cry, I have no support. I'm going to explode.
My flatmate sleeps on the sofa most of the time. The sofa is most comfortable place to watch television. Am I being rude to ask her to sleep on her bed?
I am selling my car. A friend wants to buy it for far less than I could get a dealer. I feel I should do her a favour, even though I need deposit money for a new car
i love my three-month-old daughter, but hate parenthood. She wakes up every two to three hours. My husband and I have no quality time. I feel guilty for resenting my new life
When my boyfriend cheated, I sent a rude message to his prospective employer from his e-mail. The company withdrew their offer. Should I tell him?
My boyfriend's brother hates me, and ignores me at family gatherings without reason. My boyfriend has spoken to him. I've put all engagement plans on hold.
I am 25. I've been with my boyfriend for a few months. I don't want to move too fast, but want marriage, children. Should we move in together?
When your friends visit and their toddlers make a mess with food and toys, should it be up to the hosts to clean up after their guests have left?
I work and my wife stays at home with our son. She's a caring mom and a good wife. However, our house is a mess. I've brought up the subject many times, but nothing changes
I hate needles, but need a vaccination before I travel. Recently I had blood tests and I couldn't sleep the night before. How do I reduce anxiety about needles?
A friend has been dating an unemployed woman and is about to move in with him. I seriously doubt to move in with him. I seriously doubt her motives as my friend is a hard-working earner
My husband's aunt is racist. We have two sons, aged four and six, who adore her. They are impressionable and repeat some of the things she says. I've asked her to keep her opinions to himself, but she refuses to respect my wishes. How do i deal with this wayward aunt?
I have put cute photos of my naked children on my computer, but my sister-in-law says it exposes them to paedophiles. Is she right or being hysterical
My parents have saved an engagement ring for me to give to my future bride. My fiancee doesn't want it and expects me to spend three months' worth of my salary on a new ring. How do I handle this situation?
"I'm in high school, work hard and get good marks. There is a popular girl in my class who is a cheat. Some teachers even help her. How can I solve this?"
