Dr. Laura

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What’s better than sliced bread? Not much if you ask me! But we did squeeze in a few photos of the other baked yummies you shared for this baking slide show. “Knead” to talk? Give me a...

Do The Right Thing

I was on a field hockey team when I was a sophomore in high school. We lost almost all our games that year. We were ahead in one game, but in the last 60 seconds, the other team scored...

Parenting

Here are some of the signs that you're ready to have a baby:

Confrontation

Mike is short and wants to know how to respond to people's rude comments about short men.   Dr. Laura: Reply with, “I'm not sure that was a thoughtful thing to say to me.”

Marriage

I made some dumb decisions in my early twenties, and I am eternally grateful that your strong voice was the one that stayed with me, even when I was rebellious and pushed aside the...

Family

Miriam feels caught in the middle of her sister and nephew's disagreements over the girl he is dating and lets boss him around.   Dr. Laura: “He's too scared to be a man so he found a...

Parenting

About ten years ago, I had two pet finches. They laid several eggs and hatched their chicks and they were very devoted, caring parents. When it’s time for the little ones to leave the...

Family

Leann's family helps take care of her baby while she's at work, and she's not happy with their unsolicited parenting advice.   Dr. Laura: “You are choosing to take a back seat to raising...

childhood

13-year-old Jonathan has a problem with lying and calls in with his mom to explain why.   Dr. Laura: “Make a decision to tell the truth even when it's scary and uncomfortable.”

childhood

Connor and his mom call Dr. Laura to discuss how to approach Connor's dad who refuses to let the family have a pet.   Dr. Laura: “In a loving way, tell him you are giving the kids the...

Parenting

Natalia's young sons are competitive with each other and for her attention and she needs advice on how to respond to them.   Dr. Laura: “Only praise kindness and compassion and let them...

Family

After many years of marriage, my grandfather on my mother’s side abandoned my grandmother and his three children and left to “find” himself and figure out his life. Nearly one year...

Workplace

Judi was caught talking behind a co-worker's back and now her co-workers have turned against her.   Dr. Laura: Just say, “I caused this rift and ask you both to forgive me.”

The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands

I have been married for almost five years to a WONDERFUL, hardworking husband who treats me like a queen. Since having children, our marriage had started to lack intimacy because of our...

Confrontation

Leeanne's mom died recently, and she is angry that her aunts didn't attend the service even though COVID safety precautions were taken.   Dr. Laura: "A person can grieve profoundly...

Inspiration

Confidence is believing that you have something of value to offer. Sadly, many of you come from really crappy families and don’t have that sense. The good news is, confidence is like a...

Parenting

My husband and I have been married for 31 years and have 3 grown children. As they were growing up, we were their parents and not their friends. Other parents thought we were too tough...

Family

11-year-old Amara is worried about her parents' frequent arguments and calls Dr. Laura with her mom for help.   Dr. Laura: "When you are a mother, your child's security is what matters...

YouTube

Evidence of your creative crafting continues to come in, so my peeps have compiled your photos for this 2nd craft video. I love seeing the healthy ways you soothe your soul. If you...

Parenting

Mark is different from his friends and believes it's a negative that his mother raised him to be a God-fearing, rule-following young man.   Dr. Laura: "People who are too hard on...

Parenting

I wanted to share a funny moment that happened around our dinner table. My ten-year-old daughter slurps her food, talks when her mouth is full and overall has poor posture while eating....

Marriage

Dave snores and feels terrible about keeping his wife up all night, but she doesn't want to sleep in separate rooms.   Dr. Laura: "Getting proper sleep is one of the most important...

Marriage

After many years of being told by women I once admired that I needed to be strong, powerful and have a big career, I found you and you showed me the light. I have learned from you to be...

Parenting

Frankie and Lena's mom often loses her temper, and they want her to find better ways to cope with parenthood.   Dr. Laura: "Be mindful of how you feel and communicate in the moment...

Divorce

9-year-old Judah is wishing for a better relationship with his biological father who has been largely absent since Judah was a baby.   Dr. Laura: "Your loving, involved grandparents can...

Parenting

Suzy is frustrated by her twin 14-year-old daughters who roll their eyes and reject her input and advice.   Dr. Laura: "Lectures turn kids off, but asking questions guides them to think."

10 STUPID THINGS

Corinne isn't happy that her boyfriend doesn't hold her hand, falls asleep when they watch movies together and basically shows little interest in being with her, but she continues to...

Marriage

I am my husband's girlfriend and my two dogs’ mom. On Christmas Eve, I had a whim to paint our kitchen, pull up the old tile and refinish the hardwood floors underneath. I ordered and...

Parenting

Marie's 16-year-old daughter has left home to live with her biological father, and Marie wants to go to court to force her to come back home.   Dr. Laura: "Letting her leave could be the...

Parenting

The atmosphere you create at home has the biggest impact on your child's stress level. Kids need time to breathe, be creative on their own, and get lost in their own thoughts. They are...

Inspiration

It was my daughter's 7th birthday, and I was required to bring her 1st grade class fresh flowers and snacks for the week. This was an extremely challenging financial time for our family...

Parenting

Amber's 13-year-old son has been sexting with a classmate, and Amber and her husband aren't sure how to handle him.   Dr. Laura: "Don't be afraid to be the tough parent your child needs."

YouTube

Caution! The following video contains a considerable collection of cute, cozy, comfy creations knitted and crocheted by my creative listeners. I congratulate you on making such...

In-Laws

From the day I met them, I got along well with my husband's parents. The day of our marriage, they took me in as their own daughter, and encouraged a good relationship between the four...

Marriage

Lisa's husband is annoyed by her constant need to correct him and always be right.   Dr. Laura: "No one was ever loved for being right."

courage

Janette called Dr. Laura more than a year ago about a man who did her wrong. She took Dr. Laura's advice and now feels stronger than ever and ready to find love.   Dr. Laura: "Carrying a...

Parenting

When we married, my husband was a young, aspiring professional who decided to open his own firm. I was a hard-working registered nurse who had applied to graduate school. I loved my job...

feelings

Lauren grew up feeling distant from her mother and fears being emotionally unavailable and a poor role model to her four daughters.   Dr. Laura: "You aren't seeing yourself as the loving...

Marriage

My husband and I were in a rut and I couldn’t figure out what was wrong. I realized that I fell into bad habits after our fourth child was born. I felt entitled and was overall just...

Marriage

Renee's husband gets mean when he's feeling depressed, and she doesn't know how to handle it.   Dr. Laura: "You don't have to tolerate abusive behavior."

In-Laws

Matt's dad moved in “temporarily” six months ago, and Matt's wife, Stephanie, is ready for good 'ol dad to leave.   Dr. Laura: "Don't measure the worthiness of a situation by its...

Parenting

Jenn is upset that her adult son spends so much time with her estranged mother.   Dr. Laura: "This is his lack of character, not yours."

Parenting

Sophie's 13-year-old says she hates herself and was caught sneaking out of the house to fool around with a boy.   Dr. Laura: "The boy is her therapy."

Parenting

Cyber-bullying is no joke. Several years ago, it happened to a girl in my son's high school. Her ex-boyfriend created a derogatory Facebook page about her, and the jokes and teasing...

Divorce

Amy describes her husband as a long-time cheater who scares her, but she's not sure if leaving is the right thing to do.   Dr. Laura: "Don't let fear of the unknown make you second-guess...

10 STUPID THINGS

Finding a guy to be your boyfriend is easy - just go to any bar. What's more difficult is finding a man who deserves to be your prince. EVERY woman wants a prince. That doesn't mean you...

Marriage 101

I wanted to share with you a note my husband left for me this morning. It sums up the reciprocal love in our marriage. Here’s what it said:

HEALTH & WELL-BEING

Dominique is medically obese and can't find a weight loss strategy that works.   Dr. Laura: "There's no technique that sticks. YOU have to stick to the technique."

Marriage

My husband and I have been married for 15 years. I’m sorry to say it took that long for me to treat him with sincere affection, appreciation and approval. Before I read “The Proper Care...

Marriage 101

Vida's husband loses his temper when stressed, and she's tired of dealing with it.   Dr. Laura: "Use your wifely powers to soothe him and diminish his stress."

Family

Austin's parents were very manipulative during his childhood, and now that he is a father, he wonders if he should allow them to be involved with their grandchild.   Dr. Laura: "You have...