family
People Who Didn't Want Kids And Ended Up Having Them Explain Why
"I often used to judge people who decided to have kids. But sometimes, all it takes is one person to change things."
‘We’re Dinks,’ a Weird Sign of Our Hyper-Consumerist Times
The “Dual Income, No Kids” trend and the risks of defining yourself by childlessness.
My Alcoholic Parents Destroyed Our Family
“I have to remind myself the cool dad I once knew doesn’t exist anymore. Now he’s just a shithead who screwed up our lives.”
Oops I Was Born! Growing Up as a Surprise Baby
“Somehow, my dad managed to slip into conversation: ‘You were actually conceived by accident on your nan's bedroom floor!’”
Pride Angel Is the Matchmaking Site for Parents-to-Be and Sperm Donors
The traditional system is in crisis right now.
Growing Up, My Mum Taught Me How to Steal to Survive
"We even hid clothes under the baby in her stroller without anyone noticing."
We Asked Atheists How They Deal With Their Religious Families
And what to do if moving out is not an option.
The Most Messed Up Things Parents Have Done to Their Kids
“I don’t even know how she knew it was a boy, but she stormed into her room, grabbing her axe.”
Think Being an Eldest Daughter Is Bad? Try Being From an Immigrant Family.
"Hajra started working for her dad when she was just nine."
A Muslim Mother Learned To Accept Her Son’s Hindu Girlfriend
In a country that often opposes interfaith love, parental approval is usually unheard of. But sometimes, a change of heart can change everything.
A Guide to Introducing Your Queer Partner to Your Family
In the Philippines, when you date someone, you’re dating their entire family.
A Non-Indian’s Guide to Winning at Indian Family Reunions
From understanding when to use cutlery and shoes to picking up a few words from their language – here’s the definitive guide.