<![CDATA[Modern Parent - Medium]]> https://medium.com/modern-parent?source=rss----de0e092df116---4 https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/proxy/1*TGH72Nnw24QL3iV9IOm4VA.png Modern Parent - Medium https://medium.com/modern-parent?source=rss----de0e092df116---4 Medium Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:00:45 GMT <![CDATA[Am I Overreacting to my MIL?]]>

As a new mother, I have been adjusting to the changes in my life and trying to navigate the challenges that come with raising a child…

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]]> https://medium.com/modern-parent/am-i-overreacting-to-my-mil-488622c06176?source=rss----de0e092df116---4 https://medium.com/p/488622c06176 Mon, 01 May 2023 15:36:01 GMT 2023-05-01T15:36:01.470Z <![CDATA[My MIL is Overbearing and I’m Struggling to Set Boundaries for My Daughter]]>

My daughter is the light of my life and brings so much joy to those around her.

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As a parent, it can be challenging to find the right nursery for your child, especially if they are not used to being in a childcare…

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It seems like nothing I do is working.

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I’m seeking advice on how to support my child with their social skills. My child has some behavioral quirks that can be off-putting to…

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My significant other (36M) and I (24F) are currently saving up to move in together in September. In the meantime, we each reside in our…

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]]> https://medium.com/modern-parent/mil-conveniently-scheduled-a-celebration-on-my-anniversary-68d2e2a1f43a?source=rss----de0e092df116---4 https://medium.com/p/68d2e2a1f43a Sun, 30 Apr 2023 03:21:47 GMT 2023-04-30T03:21:46.940Z <![CDATA[My Son Hates His Little Sister and I Don’t Know What to Do]]>

I am a mother of two kids — an 11-year-old son and a 9-year-old daughter. My son and daughter used to get along great when they were…

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I am a mother of five children, ranging from 18 to 1 years old. My two middle children have additional needs; my son has autism and my…

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]]> https://medium.com/modern-parent/i-cried-in-front-of-my-son-and-i-feel-like-a-terrible-mom-e9d01d04553d?source=rss----de0e092df116---4 https://medium.com/p/e9d01d04553d Sat, 29 Apr 2023 22:29:47 GMT 2023-04-29T22:29:47.142Z <![CDATA[My Husband Wants My Young Daughter to Play with Older Kids, But I’m Unsure]]>

My husband and I have been married for 5 years now and have a 2-year-old daughter together. We have always had a strong relationship, but…

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On my birthday, I was working from home while my son was in daycare. Suddenly, my mother-in-law arrived at my doorstep, letting herself in…

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