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I’m yearning for a third child to recreate the large, loving family I grew up in

It’s obvious you feel grateful for what you have, but remember your experience is of having three siblings, not three children

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I’m happily remarried, but am haunted by my ex’s long-ago betrayal

Your first husband robbed you of a lot, and you have some mourning to do. But there seems to be a part of you that thinks you don’t deserve happiness

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I’m ignored when I try to chat to people. How can I improve my conversation skills?

Fruitful exchanges require input from two people. Listen carefully to what others are saying and use feelings, rather than facts, to connect

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From joint accounts to wealthier friends – why is money so hard to talk about?

Money is always the elephant in the room, and can be even harder to talk about than sex – but we can all benefit from a frank conversation, says Annalisa Barbieri

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My brother bullied me, which has had a lifelong impact. Can I build bridges with him now?

He is the one who should be saying sorry. There’s no miracle cure, but do consider therapy, and keep good people around you

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My friend ranks his friendships in a league table – and it worries me

You need to consider why this bothers you so much and if you should bring it up. Without asking directly, it’s hard to know his motivation

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Should my partner and I share our love letters from previous relationships with our children?

These missives are an opportunity for connection. If your children don’t want them, that’s up to them, but give them the choice

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How can I stop my dad watching porn on his phone at home?

He may be dealing with grief or depression, but whatever the cause, your dad needs help to reset his boundaries

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Living with my depressed husband is ripping me apart. What can I do?

I have sympathy for him, but I’m concerned by the pressure on you. You deserve to be happy, and cannot do all the emotional work for both of you

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My friend copies things I say, wear and do, and watches my house. Is this stalking?

You are right to feel uncomfortable, rather than flattered, by such extreme imitation. Short of cutting her off completely, there are ways to gradually disentangle yourself

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I’m finding it hard to accept that I may never have a daughter

Try not to dwell on what you feel is missing, but instead focus on the positive relationships and values you can nurture with your sons• Every week Annalisa Barbieri addresses a family-related problem sent in by a reader

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Notes on chocolate: it’s time to start looking forward to Easter

Life has taught me that the best things sell out early, writes Annalisa Barbieri

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My sister-in-law has treated her family terribly. I avoid her but still feel bad about it

It’s not up to you to fix this, but it might be worth asking her what’s going on

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My best friend and I disagreed over talking about sex – now she’s no longer speaking to me

It sounds as if there might be something else at play here. Either way, I’d think seriously about whether you actually want the friendship to continue

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How can I overcome the fear that my depression makes me a bad parent?

Like all mothers who worry about ‘passing something on’, your thoughtfulness and awareness will help make a difference

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I live with a younger man who denies our sexual history

Your partner feeling uncomfortable talking about sex is one thing, but someone erasing your past is a problem

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Have a bathroom each: tips for a successful multigenerational holiday

With an easyJet promotion encouraging families to holiday with grandparents, we ask how to ensure it works well

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I’m longing to return to the place we used to live. But could this just be nostalgia?

Nowhere is perfect. Is it really the old place you’re longing for, or just the fear of permanence where you currently live?

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My dad is getting old. Should I make an effort to improve our relationship?

You and your father both seem to have a black-and-white way of thinking: your way or no way. But maybe you have more in common than you think

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‘I’m proud of my daughter but not her sloppy lifestyle: should I intervene?’

If your daughter is as successful as you say, it’s probably best that you, as the proud father, keep your nose out and let her be herself

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I’m in an abusive marriage – how do I find the courage to leave?

Your husband’s behaviour is entirely his own fault – but before you take any action, ring a helpline for advice

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How do I stop my anxiety spilling over into my children’s playdates?

Freeing yourself from the pain of past experiences will help you to guide them through the trials of childhood

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Don’t flake, don’t dump friends and don’t hold grudges: experts on what not to do in 2024

Guardian writers including Marina Hyde, John Crace (and a few other successful types) reveal what they won’t be doing in the coming year

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I’m a widower, and I’ve lost all confidence – how do I move forward?

You’ve done an amazing job raising your two daughters after your wife’s death, but it has taken a toll. Get help to explore your ADHD diagnosis and unresolved grief

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My brother is trying to defraud our mother’s estate

Don’t be bullied. Any shady dealings will be revealed by the probate process, so let the solicitors get to the bottom of this difficult issue

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