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My Relationship with my 10 Year Old Stepdaughter is Breaking Down.

My husband of three years and I share join custody of my 10 year old stepdaughter with my husband's ex. I have always tried to maintain a good relationship with the mom so that our families are not torn apart(flowers on mothers day etc etc). This has been difficult but I have persevered.

Potty Training. Help! Mom of a 20 month old.

This is what just worked for me. I trained my 24 month old son to poo on the potty in three days and it took six weeks for him to be fully potty trained. That means naps and out during the day but still in diapers at night for a little while.

My 14 year old has her first boyfriend. I don't want to overreact or interfere but how can I make sure she is 'safe'?

I know this can be a worrying thing and as I dont know your daughter, i.e. what her friends are like, her hobbies and if she is a mature or young 14 wear old, it is hard to say.

My husband and I have 2 kids and no romance! Help!

The joys of being the parents to 2 children are insurmountable, however, the need for a break to spend time with just you and your partner is not only wanted but a necessity for a healthy and happy family.Me and my husband are in exactly the same position as you and have found ways to keep the r

How can we prepare our stepdaughter for a new sibling?

I would emphasize to your stepdaughter that she is "becoming a big sister, instead of that she is "getting a little brother or sister". Talk about the important role of being an older sister.

I have to go back to work earlier than I thought. How will I cope?

It's easy to project into the future, and very hard to have faith that things will work out when you are feeling exhausted by new motherhood.

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