Kellie Scott

After almost five decades of marriage, I needed a break. And since enjoying my new-found freedom, I'm not sure I'll ever go back.

Anger, dread, anxiety, guilt, worry and disconnect are just some of the feelings described by women who experience breastfeeding aversion response.

Ever plan to wear your favourite jacket, only to pull it out of the wardrobe to discover it has a weird smell and is covered in mould? We explain how to remove it, and stop it from happening again. 

Despite many people like Hannah finding a "sleep divorce" improves their sleep — and their relationship — a "pervasive stigma" about not sharing a bed persists.  

Whether you're worried about how old mate's tree next door will hold up in the summer storms, or it's just creating more work for you on the weekend, knowing where you stand can be helpful. 

While research has found mothers do more in all four stages of cognitive labour, there was one stage where men were more active than others.

Obligatory or duty sex is most common in long-term relationships, but can also happen in casual relationships where sex is the basis of the connection.    

Experts say creating awareness around how homebirthing and freebirthing differ is important in helping women make informed and safe decisions. 

When a relationship breaks down, sometimes we think staying in the familiar discomfort is less scary — and even protective — for our kids. But is it ever a good idea to stay in an unhappy relationship for the sake of the children? 

Is FAFO the 1980s parenting style today's generation of kids need, rebellion against gentle child-rearing, or exhausted parents just throwing their hands in the air?

I was my brother's protector at school, but the education system could have done more to support us both. 

Do you ever feel like taking a break from your marriage? Three women share how a marriage sabbatical changed their relationship.   

While most mothers in Australia start breastfeeding, by the time babies are five months old, exclusive breastfeeding drops to 15 per cent. Knowing what to expect — before bub is born — can increase the chances of meeting your breastfeeding goals. 

The perception that time is flying by can sometimes make us feel stressed and anxious. So how do we slow it down?

The fresh start of a new year causes us to reassess many parts of our lives, including relationships. Knowing whether it's time to call it quits or give things more time requires reflection — and support — as our experts explain. 

Managing back-to-school costs, especially when kids want expensive brand name items, can cause a lot of stress for families. But including children in the budgeting and decision-making process is key to helping everyone get on the same page.

If you're thinking of taking an ancestry DNA test as "a bit of fun", experts warn there is the risk of uncovering more than you bargained for.

Whether it's TV shows or what our friends say, we pick up an idea of "normal" sex frequency from lots of places. But experts say how often you're having sex doesn't tell you much about whether it's satisfying or enjoyable.

It's natural to feel nervous about transitioning your baby or child into early childhood education. Knowing some settling techniques, as well as what you can advocate for on behalf of your child, can help their transition.

While some people might find goal setting motivating — such as reading X number of books each year or pages each day — there is a risk of turning what is supposed to be a pleasurable activity into a chore.

Rinsing can actually send a message to your dishwasher that your plate doesn't need as much washing.  

This is my first Christmas as a single mum where I will wake up without my son in the home. I won't be watching him excitedly tear into presents. It's not easy, but there's also some relief, writes Catherine. 

Building and maintaining a village doesn't just happen. It takes effort. It means showing up even when it feels hard or inconvenient, says psychotherapist Esther Perel. 

While you might be feeling a sense of helplessness after the attack at Bondi Beach, there are ways to convert those feelings into small acts of support and kindness.

While your Instagram feed says the holidays are about joy and love, for many people Christmas is a time of managing tricky family members, inappropriate comments and probing questions.