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Bad Childhood

With her stepmom by her side, Alexandria calls into the program to discuss her bio-mom’s wish to be her “best friend” and not a “real mother” to her.    Dr. Laura: "Lean on the love."

Parenting

My 19 year-old-son recently started a job at a major grocery store. He is one of the youngest employees there and seems by all accounts to be doing well.

Parenting

Rosemary's 23-year-old son has resorted to name-calling and demeaning behaviors after the passing of his father.   Dr. Laura: "Give up on being "the parent" if it's hurting you!"

Marriage

My husband and I have two sons and we recently celebrated our 35th anniversary. We have a good marriage and worked hard to take care of each other and our family. We had planned a...

10 STUPID THINGS

Darcey thought her husband was mean, that he didn’t love her, and that her needs were not being met...so she started texting another man!   Dr. Laura: "After reading "Proper Care and...

10 STUPID THINGS

It took time for her to carry out Dr. Laura’s advice…but in the end Samantha did the right thing, leaving a relationship with a man she was shacking-up with for years!!    Dr. Laura: "I...

sex

I was 26 when I married my husband. On our third date, I told him I did not believe in sex outside of marriage. He was surprised, as he hadn't encountered a lot of virgins in their...

Parenting

Young Lauren finds herself fighting with her parents more and more ...   Dr. Laura: "Adolescents need to negotiate with parents in a rational way." 

stay-at-home mom

I'm married, with two small children, ages 1 and 4. Although I listened to you growing up, a friend recently recommended The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands, and I am back to...

HEALTH & WELL-BEING

Sandy is concerned about returning to her job working at a hospital while the pandemic continues.   Dr. Laura: "This is a mission for you...not just a job." 

Parenting

Casey tells Dr. Laura that he’s using what she preaches to raise his child right.   Dr. Laura: "I'm earning my fishing rod, Dad!" 

HEALTH & WELL-BEING

Tanya had weight loss surgery 4 years ago but has gone from one extreme to another keeping off the pounds.   Dr. Laura: "Find a way to feel better "right now" that doesn't hurt you...

Family

Amy’s sister has taken over the role of matriarch since the passing of their mother.    Dr. Laura: "Ohhhhh I see! I get it now!!" 

Parenting

One day I heard you say that you should treat your family as a safe haven, and not as a waste dump. My husband has been doing that for a long time. He never once brought stress home...

Parenting

Mike thanks Dr. Laura for helping him raise his son into being a "man" and not a “snowflake” ...    Dr. Laura: "We have a GREAT 18-year-old son thanks to our learning from you on how to...

Marriage 101

You have been a part of my family's life for a long time. I'm a better wife and better mom to our son who is 23 years old because of you. 

Marriage 101

In response to a question Dr. Laura proposed, Crystal shares the many reasons why she doesn’t deserve her husband.   Dr. Laura: "He hasn't failed all the testing you've done...so now...

Do The Right Thing

You have been a part of my family's life for a long time. I'm a better wife and better mom to our son who is 23 years old because of you.

Bad Childhood

Suzy’s mom passed away from COVID-19 but she finds herself confused by both relief and grief.    Dr. Laura: "You are mourning the loss of hope." 

Do The Right Thing

Kay’s daughter is seeking financial assistance for her upcoming wedding but there's one BIG problem ...   Dr. Laura: "You are under no obligation to be traditional when your daughter...

Marriage 101

I've been married for 23 years and my husband and I have a 16-year-old daughter.

Bad Childhood

Jesse was shacking up with her boyfriend until the words of Dr. Laura helped her to stop playing games and start growing into a confident, secure woman.   Dr. Laura: "Sometimes our...

Marriage 101

When you would give callers “ assignments” and ask them to follow up with you later, I did whatever you assigned to those callers!  And I learned a lot about myself from refraining,...

10 STUPID THINGS

Jesse was shacking up with her boyfriend until the words of Dr. Laura helped her to stop playing games and start growing into a confident, secure woman.   Dr. Laura: "Self-confidence...

Marriage 101

Six months ago Patty was frustrated by her husband’s frequent visits to the bar…that was until the pandemic unfolded and she made a change!   Dr. Laura: "Look in the mirror and take a...

Bad Childhood

17-year-old Aislynn asks for guidance after discovering her mother may be a drug addict.   Dr. Laura: "Sometimes PARENTS turn out to be the bad apples." 

HEALTH & WELL-BEING

Jon was unaware that the reason he couldn’t lose weight was much more profound than just self discipline.   Dr. Laura: "Is it quality of life or life itself that you choose?" 

Dads

In the 1950s, my dad had three small children and a marriage that was headed for divorce. He did something which is common today, but not then. He convinced a judge he could take better...

Marriage 101

Michelle updates Dr. Laura on the advice she was given to either find a “hobby” or “divorce” ... hear her decision!!   Dr. Laura: "You kicked me in the ass and I got new attitude." 

Dads

The most memorable trip I took was with my Dad when I was in high school. I was on the dance team and we traveled to Florida for the national competition. I do not really remember the...

Parenting

Over a recent holiday weekend, Crystal’s son discreetly connected with his girlfriend and eloped!   Dr. Laura: "Once an adult child starts making their own decisions...give them the...

Dads

Several years ago, my 10-year-old son and I arrived together for his 4th grade awards ceremony and graduation. His dad, who is career military in the National Guard, hadn't shown up...

Divorce

Gabrielle’s parents are divorcing...now she wonders how she can have a relationship with them both?    Dr. Laura: "Tough to negotiate as a child around divorcing parents." 

10 STUPID THINGS

Rene heard Dr. Laura’s advice to another caller of the program and realized why she's been picking bad men over the good ones.   Dr. Laura: "I was afraid of being thrown away." 

Divorce

Twenty-five years ago, I wanted to leave my failing marriage, but I had two young girls.  While he was not an addict nor physically abusive, I did ignore all the signs that he would not...

Divorce

Coming off a failed marriage, Tiffany is a wreck and doesn’t know how to get things back on the right track.   Dr. Laura: "In your case, it is the “Angel of Divorce” …" 

grandparents

I grew up in a family that seldom gave a hug.  Fortunately, I married into a family that enjoyed hugging, and I eventually became comfortable giving hugs.  Four years ago, I became a...

Divorce

Brooke divorced Jenna’s father, and because of the pandemic’s impact, Jenna is even more distanced from her daddy.    Dr. Laura: "You're right...this COVID-19 situation sucks...we have...

Bad Childhood

Moana, molested by her mother’s fourth husband, believes she's the "bad person" ...    Dr. Laura: "A Light Bulb Went Off!" 

In-Laws

Kristy’s husband is upset that she refuses to attend a family function as her in-laws believe the pandemic is “overblown” …    Dr. Laura: "This is a sacrament, not just a party." 

Marriage

Patsey is growing increasingly frustrated by her husband being unwilling to carry out the simplest of chores.   Dr. Laura: "Don't give up the good stuff." 

Marriage 101

I am 45 years old, have been menopausal a few years, am still in good shape, and am so fortunate to have a man who loves and appreciates me for exactly who and what I am. He tells me...

Family

Corry’s husband has been working far from home but has an opportunity to fix that if they move elsewhere.   Dr. Laura: "Make your husband happy!" 

Marriage 101

Here is a list of ways I keep the sizzle in my marriage:

Parenting

Tony and Louise’s teen daughter is dating a guy that they don’t like. Tony has banned him from their home but Louise fears her daughter will be angry.   Dr. Laura: "No snowflake here!" 

Marriage 101

My husband and I have been married for 11 years, and we have 2 boys.  When they were young, our sex life was practically non-existent, which was a major change from before we had...

Marriage

Susan was embarrassed after her husband revealed to friends and family her poor choice to meet with an ex-boyfriend.   Dr. Laura: "Some actions are not forgivable." 

Marriage 101

Teresa calls into the program to share how she’s kept her marriage happy while under quarantine.   Dr. Laura: "Kiss and make up!" 

Marriage

Back before COVID-19, I hosted a bridal shower for a lovely young woman I have known for many years. She chose a wonderful young man and has made great choices in her life. The guests...