My parents divorced when I was 5 years old, and I was 'asked' at that age which parent I wanted to live with. Unfortunately 'both' was not an answer... More >>

I am Mom to 2 kids, ages 6 and 1, and my children are my joy and my delight. Since just before my first child was born, I have stayed at home to raise them. Although it is very financially challenging... More >>

I was the only child of my mother and father; my 4 older sisters were from my mother's first marriage. My mother had not intended to have another child with my father... More >>

At the conclusion of every segment of your show, you sign off with a, 'Now go do the right thing'. I found out this weekend my deceased dad did just that years ago. This is my story... More >>

My father is an alcoholic, as was his father and one sister. Going to my paternal grandparent's house was nothing short of a nightmare... More >>

Because I have been my daughter's mom, I'm proud to say that now I am her best friend. She's a junior at one of our state's most prestigious colleges, and is independent, fun, a leader and overall brilliant. Okay, I could be biased... More >>

My daughter and I have had a challenging relationship since before she was even born. She arrived two weeks late and I learned quickly she would only do things when she was damn good and ready... More >>

I have never been on a real diet in my life-- I'd just cut out sweets for a while and be back to my normal weight in no time. Post-menopausal life is very different... More >>

I came from an alcoholic, violent, and incestuous family. I am the youngest of 6 children. We are all grown adults with grown children of our own... More >>

As a mom of a 12-year-old boy, I knew this day would come, but I had no idea the resolution would be so positive and powerful and such a compliment to you, Dr. Laura. A little back story. My son is a good, smart, healthy, respectful young boy. But he's a boy... More >>