Kellie Scott

From learning patience and gratitude, to pushing past their comfort zone, we hear from six dads about the "transformative" experience of having children.  

We hear a lot about spring cleaning at this time of year, but it's not only your home or wardrobe that might need a refresh.  

For people without a spouse or children, choosing someone such as a parent or sibling to leave their superannuation to is not straightforward.  

New research shows children who experience coercive control from parents often believe it is normal parental discipline, making help-seeking particularly difficult.   

People often feel alone in their intimacy struggles, but peek behind the curtain of sex therapy, and you may realise your concerns are not unique. 

Despite up to 15 per cent of people in Australia having genital herpes, many of us find it extremely hard to talk about. But you can still have a fulfilling sex life with herpes.

Whether it's a family member, friend or colleague, it's important to understand how difficult disclosing experiences of violent behaviour can be. As well as how to respond in the moment, and the best way to provide ongoing support. 

From having to give up a job, to feeling like life is on hold, readers share the challenges and guilt around caring for an aging parent.

We look at the pros and cons of cast iron, stainless steel, and non-stick cookware to see what might suit your household best.

Non-Indigenous people can feel apprehensive about wearing First Nations fashion, but there are ways to respectfully engage with it.   

Research shows women losing interest in sex before their male partners is less about not wanting it at all, and more about being bored of the sex on offer.

Feelings of guilt are common among carers who wish they could do more for their aging parents, says Carer's Australia CEO Annabel Reid.

Perfectionism is not necessarily about achievement or structure, and can be debilitating and all-consuming.

When looking to buy a new home to live in, you might be wondering if it's best to sell your current property first. Both options have advantages and risks, experts explain.

While Lili says her experience with violence and loss will have lifelong impacts, advocating for change has been part of her healing.   

Income generated from side-hustles has become a major focus for the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), with digital service platforms such as YouTube and OnlyFans now legally required to report the income earned by their users.

Lauren says extra caring responsibilities after the sudden loss of her mum, had an impact on her marriage. 

There are many reasons someone can be moody, bad-tempered, or sullen, but regardless of why, experts say regular occurrences can lead to disconnect and resentment in relationships.

Research shows, perhaps surprisingly, that women with young kids feel better about their bodies than women with no children.  

While it can be frustrating for parents and caregivers at times, experts say kids' innate urge to explore independence — like choosing their own clothes — is healthy.

Couples ending their relationship are increasingly considering birdnesting, a co-parenting arrangement where children remain in the family home while parents alternate living there. 

For the most part Niti enjoyed being a lawyer, but having her daughter changed how she felt about the work she was doing.

The mental load of juggling three young kids, while running a household with a husband who works long hours, and now caring for her mum with dementia, is "relentless", says Bec Nolan.

Told they couldn't go out with friends. Stopped from giving male friends a hug. Called crazy and gaslit. They are just some of the early signs of intimate partner violence shared by victim-survivors.

A recent poll shows 44 per cent of Australians who drink alcohol want to drink less or stop altogether. And getting started can feel hard. But there are strategies to help.