Kellie Scott

There are rules when it comes to using fire pits and things to be cautious about, including open-air fires being a nuisance to your neighbours.

Pregnancy is a time of greater autonomy and self-awareness for women. Because domestic violence is about power and control, a pregnancy can challenge that for a person who is using abuse.

For a long time, I considered my teenage crush the one that got away. That all changed when we reconnected two decades later.   

Direct-to-consumer genetic testing kits are often given as gifts or purchased "as a bit of fun", which means people often aren't prepared to discover unexpected parents, siblings and other relatives. 

Judith Geppert has an impressive resume of achievements and celebrations, but her capabilities are often questioned. Her dog Teddy, however, never treated her any differently.   

After publishing our story on having babies in your 40s, we heard from readers on what being, or having, an older parent is like. 

While financial tension between partners isn't always about money, many people clash over values, spending habits and how they respond to financial pressure.

It's not just practical and emotional reasons that get in the way of executing a break-up. There are many ways your brain is making you want to stay.     

Many of us are looking to create a native garden as a lower maintenance, more sustainable and often cheaper alternative.

Single women over 45 without children are much more likely to be spending time caring for family members who are aging, have a disability or chronic illness. And it's not just costing them financially.

Whether it's about overcoming health challenges, waiting to meet "the right person" or wanting to be financially stable, Australian women are increasingly having children later in life. 

My 14-year-old daughter Pip has Williams syndrome. The future is uncertain and full of heartache, but my love for my baby is not.

Swimming ability is declining in Australia, and experts say knowing the right age to enrol your children in lessons — as well as what to do if you can't access them — is key to improving water safety.    

An unhappy dog doesn't necessarily mean criminal neglect, even if the level of care is below what you would give your own pet.   

There are biological and psychological reasons behind why women experience more disrupted sleep than men, but experts say the mental load is another powerful yet less obvious contributor. 

Perinatal depression and anxiety meant I thought my daughter would be better off with a different mum. But with the right support, things got better.  

About half of us have shared a toothbrush — usually between spouses, or parents and children. We asked the experts if it's a good idea, even in an emergency.  

Providing opportunities for your dog to explore, giving them a safe and comfortable space to retreat to — as well as a good routine — are key to keeping your dog happy. 

After a casual fling led to a surprise pregnancy in my mid-20s, I was parenting alone. A phone call two years later changed everything.

After publishing our story on the four stages of the mental load, we asked to hear from queer couples about how they divide and conquer the cognitive and emotional labour at home. 

If you enjoy running and your child has shown interest in coming along, you might be wondering when they're old enough to start. Experts say there are a few ways you can determine if they're ready.

Three women share their experiences of never having a partner — not by choice — and what that's like when you wish you did.    

Snoring, shift work, parenting and health — you shared the many reasons why you no longer sleep in the same bed as your partner, and whether it's been a positive move for sleep and the relationship. 

Someone feeling like their neighbour is intruding on them in "either psychological or practical ways" tends to be at the heart of most disputes. So if you're having an issue with the people next door, what's the best way to approach it?

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.