Dr. Kathryn Smerling, a family psychologist, tells Parade that a healthy relationship with in-laws is one that “has ...

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.

Experts share tips for managing tricky family dynamics. By Jancee Dunn I’m heading to Chicago to visit my father-in-law for the holidays, and looking forward to it: We have an easy, jokey relationship ...

Dear Abby: If I see this man around kids, do I have to say something? Dear Abby: They posted photos of the ‘whole family’ brunch. I wasn’t there. Dear Abby: I saw my husband’s text about wanting to ...

Who doesn’t love spending time with their loved ones during the holidays? It’s part of what Christmas is all about; you exchange gifts, you swap stories, and you all curl in front of the mantle to ...

The couple, who is expecting their first child, tried to set boundaries with the mother-in-law but it backfired Getty Relationships with in-laws can be hard — and setting boundaries can be even more ...

Dear Tired: No, you are not being too harsh. Being deliberately ignored is hurtful, and after 40 years of trying to keep the peace, it is understandable that you do not want to keep walking into a ...

DEAR ABBY: My husband and I used to live in the same city as his parents and sisters. We became very close, getting together several times a week. One of his sisters was my best friend. Related ...