Family

Family is everything, but let’s be real—it’s not always easy. We’re here with heartwarming stories, expert advice, and real conversations about love, legacy, and family dynamics.

Family Feuds: 6 Things to Consider When Contact Is Cut Off

More than 1 in 4 of us has parted ways with a relative and that includes me. Mental health experts share coping tips for both sides of an estrangement.

Date: February 13, 2020

What Grandma's Plants Taught Me About Life and Caregiving

I had spent several years running to the pharmacy, cooking, ordering supplies, and just generally taking care of things. But after she was gone, I had more time than I knew what to do with.

Date: November 12, 2025

Modern Family: This Twist on Tradition Saves Me Time and Money

My mom and grandma taught me to do for others. While respecting their loving legacy, I’ve learned to do me.

Date: April 11, 2024

Keeping Big Mama's House: How Families Fight Back

How to help make sure heirs property stays in the family.

Date: January 25, 2024

Don’t Assume Big Mama's House Will Stay in the Family

Billions in African Americans’ generational wealth has been seized or sold off using red tape, racist policies and property tax penalties. Protect what’s yours.

Date: January 18, 2024

A Fat Folder of Family Secrets: Mom’s Hidden Past

I’ve always been proud of my father’s WWII service. Why didn’t my mother reveal her wartime work?

Date: November 3, 2023

They Took My Aunt, Then Spent Her Money

One day Aunt Lillie, 83, was driving her sports Mercedes. Within weeks, she was an Alleged Incapacitated Person. What happened next was shocking.

Date: June 9, 2023

Plan a Fun and Fuss-Free Family Reunion

Easily manage details, from the dates and destination to the DJ’s final dance track.

Date: April 28, 2023

Mother’s Day Swag She’ll Brag About

Show the moms you care about how much they matter — or even treat yourself! — with thoughtful gifts from Black-owned brands.

Date: April 21, 2023

When Adult Children Need Money

If we’re going to give, here’s how to do it wisely.

Date: April 7, 2023

When Grownup Siblings Grow Apart

As kids, sibs can be built-in best friends. Once they’re grown and flown, that can change. Learn habits that may help build happier, stronger bonds.

Date: March 31, 2023

Racial Tensions Marred My Daughter’s High School Graduation

Named as her majority-Black town’s first Black valedictorian in recent memory, she was abruptly forced to share the honor with a white student. Was this a clerical error, or something else?

Date: September 1, 2022

'It Seems Like Everybody at School Is a Druggie'

Smoking and drinking have been evident among my teen’s peers since the pandemic. It scares me. But we’re using communication to, hopefully, keep our son on track.

Date: September 1, 2022

I’m Growing as a Parent, to Help My Teen Grow

The discovery that her son has a sensory-processing sensitivity required her to adapt as a mother, but also brought hope.

Date: September 1, 2022

She Stole My Dad’s Heart, Then Tried to Get His Money. Here’s What I Did Next

At first, my brother and I were glad that our lonely father, in his 80s, had found a gal pal. Then he bought a big house, moved her in and changed his will.

Date: August 26, 2022

Family Feuds: 6 Things to Consider When Contact Is Cut Off

More than 1 in 4 of us has parted ways with a relative and that includes me. Mental health experts share coping tips for both sides of an estrangement.

Date: March 18, 2022