They spend days together and can’t stop smiling. He’s met her mum. Could this be a relationship, he wonders? “That’s a yes!” says our elder. Read on for more clues…
A platonic or romantic love?
Two besties might have been into each other. And then, quarantine. Our elder maps out a plan to get these two talking again. Dear EWC: I think that I am…
She’s 16 and wants a baby. Now.
Not a great plan, says our elder. Read on for his thorough and thoughtful analysis on what it takes to raise a child at such a young age. Dear EWC:…
Is it a drinking problem?
His girlfriend says it’s mostly Red Bull but the party pics she’s sharing tell a different story. He’s concerned—and so is our elder. Read on for suggestions on what to…
And baby mama makes four
Her beau had a baby with another girl. But she wants him back. Hold on, says our elder. He’s a dad now and the equation just got more complicated. Dear…
First kiss! Now what?
For this over-thinking teenager, that’s the question. While our elder suggests seeking help for the anxiety, don’t forget to celebrate that first kiss. Dear EWC: Hello. Last year, I was…
How honest do I have to be?
He’s not legally single but he’s ready to find a new relationship. How much—and when—should he share with potential dates? Our elder weighs in on this unfortunate situation. Dear EWC:…
Shifting into crush-control
She’s besotted by a soldier and not sure what to do… Our elder offers advice on how to take control of those unruly emotions—and move forward one way or another!…
A first kiss. Now what?
Heading into the New Year has this letter-writer inspired but still anxious. Our elder celebrates the connection but suggests taking it slowly. Dear EWC: Hello. Last year, I was diagnosed…
My awkward Valentine
When you’re “in like,” what are the rules of Valentine gifting? No rules, says our elder, but she offers a few fun ideas just in case. Dear EWC: There’s this…