My cousins were my first friends. We share so many memories from family gatherings, playing together, inventing games, and celebrating life's big and little moments. That early bond is a cherished ...

It's that time of year again! No, not quite the holidays. But it is your favorite family member's birthday! This member of the family is close enough to know all your secrets, yet distanced enough for ...

The relationships you have with your cousins are something special. They might be the siblings you never had or the family living far away who you were always thrilled to see at the holidays growing ...

A reader is unsure how best to help a cousin she sees as a little sister but who so far hasn’t asked for any parenting advice. By Philip Galanes My cousin’s young children are out of control: They hit ...

Our families are becoming smaller, which means we're heading into the "great cousin decline." Here's what it means for the next generation. When I was growing up, holidays and celebrations were always ...