Cohabitation can work out really well for those couples who are serious about each other but not quite ready for marriage. It can extricate them from roommate situations while easing the financial burden of living alone. But living together can create financial issues among couples, who may be unsure whether…
You know you should use them to prevent STDs and pregnancy, but what can you do when he says it lessens his pleasure? Well, a new study found that sex isn’t necessarily better without a condom. Research published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine found that with and without a…
When you’re a parent, godparent, aunt, uncle or have a close relationship with a child, you expect to be the one dishing out life lessons and wisdom. But there are a few lessons that adults who are unlucky in love can take away from the young. That saying “it is…
Does it seem like your relationship revolves around your partner, leaving you out in the cold? Is he distant much of the time, seeming to prefer his own misery to your company? It’s possible your mate is a narcissist. Perhaps you think of a narcissist as someone who loves himself…
With all the anti-bullying campaigns going around among kids and parents, you’d think everyone would know what a bully looks like. But some people may be sleeping with a bully and not even realize it. Bullying doesn’t have to incorporate physical abuse at all. In fact, a bully can be…
With a whopping 68 percent of engaged couples planning their own weddings, it’s safe to say you might need some help getting ready for the big day. To ensure your day is picture-perfect, give yourself and your partner enough time to plan. Now if you’re like 74 percent of couples,…
In a relationship, there are many things that attract you to your mate. For example, a sense of humor ranks high on people’s list of must-haves for a potential mate. Compatibility is determined by multiple factors, one of which is your age difference. Is it important to consider the impact…
It’s normal to do a little detective work when you suspect your significant other of cheating. Exposing infidelity may not be as easy as checking a cell phone or hacking into the suspected philanderer’s computer. But technology is coming through in the clutch for those who want to bust their…
Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past several months, you’ve undoubtedly heard the rave reviews surrounding E.L. James’ book “50 Shades of Grey.” This instant literary phenomenon tells the story of a college student who is being courted into signing a contract to be a “submissive” where…
If you’re considering tying the knot, there are many things to consider, even before he puts a ring on it. Of course you need to iron out details like the wedding, honeymoon, where you’ll live afterward and all of those issues. But the three biggies to be sure you cover…