This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Schools often promote student sick day guidelines advising parents to send children to school with colds. Many ...

Many parents find it difficult to ask for help later in life, especially from family members — grappling with a fear of burdening their adult children with struggles and worrying them with concerns.

My wife cannot say no to our children, who are six and four. She says she’s “gentle parenting” but she’s not: she just says yes to their requests, or says an initial no and then gives in. This means ...