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Blending familys can be a true joy, but there are tricky elements too. From merging households, to deciding where to spend the holidays, this is the place to give and get support on all things family.

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Reana
My friend skipped my wedding and never told me she wouldn’t make it.
Reana , on June 10, 2021 at 2:07 AM

Just venting...I’ve been friends with this woman for 10 years. When I first met my husband she’d always ask when the wedding would be. About every six months for four years she’d ask if we had set a...

Katie, Jun 13, 2021 26 1,912
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Nasty sister in-laws
Lindsay, on June 10, 2021 at 9:43 AM

I need some advice about how to handle my nasty future sister in-laws. I have ADD which is a type of Attention Deficient Hyper Disorder known by ADHD. It’s neurological disability which can have some...

, Jun 12, 2021 6 907
Danielle
Man of honor bailed!
Danielle, on June 6, 2021 at 9:47 AM

Hi everyone!! So get ready for a wild ride with this story My fiancé and I got engaged almost 3 years ago. We postponed our wedding until this August because of Covid. During the holiday season right...

Valerie, Jun 12, 2021 25 1,460 1
Sheree
Confused
Sheree, on June 11, 2021 at 2:25 AM

My fiancé & I became engaged on Xmas Eve while I was spending the holidays with he and his family in Canada. And prior to that moment, I knew that he was the person I would spend my life with and...

Carissa, Jun 12, 2021 16 990
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I’m not sure how to define my feelings
Marisa-, on June 10, 2021 at 8:29 PM

This year has been a roller coaster. We went from getting married in June 2022 to getting married this July. The reason being my fiancé got a job out of state and I knew in my heart adjusting to a new...

Lynnie, Jun 11, 2021 3 512
Soon2Bemarried
dink (double/dual Income No Kids) Couples
Soon2Bemarried, on June 9, 2021 at 5:29 AM

Did you go into your relationship knowing you didn’t want any kids? When’s too early to have the conversation about having them? Was that a deal breaker?

Florida Marlins, Jun 11, 2021 22 981
Amy
Bridesmaid complications
Amy, on May 3, 2021 at 1:05 PM

Hi ladies, I’m reaching out to see if anyone else has experienced any drama with a bridesmaid completely ghosting everyone as the wedding is getting closer? And if so, how you handled the...

Jessica, Jun 10, 2021 12 961
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Thinking about canceling wedding due to family drama
K, on June 9, 2021 at 11:16 PM

My wedding is supposed to be early next year, but my fiancé and I are no longer excited about it because of his family. His mother has disowned him 3 separate times because of the planning of the...

Pam, Jun 10, 2021 7 2,204
AJ
Mother doesn't want to include my FMIL in anything
AJ, on June 10, 2021 at 1:24 PM

Any advice? My mom wants to throw my wedding shower (less than 20 people) but she made it clear that she doesn't want to include my future in-laws on the guest list. My mom also made it clear that...

Ashlee, Jun 10, 2021 16 651
Soon2Bemarried
My Partner & Family have no issues but don’t vibe
Soon2Bemarried, on June 8, 2021 at 5:51 PM

If my partner and my immediate family dont vibe and never did, is that my own fault? I’ve bizarrely been told told that if I prioritized them having a relationship with each other then I would have...

Katie, Jun 10, 2021 19 1,544
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Cousin taking Mom’s place
Rosalyn, on June 4, 2021 at 10:37 PM

I see a lot of people doing gift boxes when u ask someone to be your bridesmaids. But need some help my mom past away last year and I want my cousin to stand in her place any ideals the way I can ask...

Rosalyn, Jun 9, 2021 11 686
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Major moh Problems - Advice Please!!
Kelly, on June 8, 2021 at 10:54 AM

Hi everyone! I’m getting married in February and am having a terrible time during this planning process. I’m most definitely considering canceling my bridal shower and my bachelorette party due to my...

Lauren, Jun 9, 2021 15 873
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Help!!
Madison, on June 2, 2021 at 11:08 PM

Ladies please be my listening ear and give advice. I’m dealing with a narcissistic control freak of a future MIL. Fiancé’s mom has said the following: I’m not good enough, he could do better, I steal...

Kaylee, Jun 9, 2021 27 1,088
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Irresponsible Sister
Everly, on June 8, 2021 at 6:41 PM

My sister hasn't always been the most responsible person and tends to be very self-centered, but I knew not having her in my wedding would cause a lot of drama. However, having her in the wedding has...

Lady, Jun 9, 2021 10 812
Sara
Tough Decision
Sara, on June 8, 2021 at 12:49 PM

Hi all! A little background and sorry for the long post. I'd like some advice on how to handle a little dilemma I'll be having on our wedding day. My older sister is divorced with two kids. Her now...

Jessi, Jun 9, 2021 13 870
Silver
“Because they don’t like you”
Silver, on May 1, 2021 at 11:48 PM

My boyfriend and I had talked about getting married for a couple years now. And he’s always made up excuses as to why he hasn’t proposed yet. Tonight I found out the real answer. His mother and sister...

Reasie, Jun 8, 2021 21 1,851
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Body Shamed by Mom & Close Friend…need advice
Mrs.a, on May 21, 2021 at 1:50 AM

I have really what I thought of as a good friend for going on 15 years whom I’ve asked for advice while dress shopping. I really admire her fashion sense, so I thought with her personality (sense of...

Florida Marlins, Jun 8, 2021 37 1,574
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Help. Family drama!
Ashley, on June 4, 2021 at 12:42 PM

My sister is my matron of Honor and I couldn’t be more excited to have her plan my wedding. However, her husband is a major issue. They’ve been having marital problems for quite some time and she’s...

Denise, Jun 5, 2021 9 832
Abby
Help!
Abby, on June 2, 2021 at 6:13 PM

I overheard my future father-in-law telling a friend that he is planning on bringing a birthday cake and balloons to me wedding to celebrate his elderly fathers birthday “while the whole family is...

Judith, Jun 5, 2021 25 1,370
Layla
Should i delay my wedding & ttc for 6 months because my parents want me to?
Layla, on June 3, 2021 at 2:55 PM

Basically, my fiancé and I want to get married ASAP (like the end of this month) in a very small ceremony (immediate family only followed by a brunch/lunch) but my parents are trying to convince us to...

Judith, Jun 4, 2021 17 1,082
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