Marriage & Parenting

Neon and braids: Fashion trends perpetuated by moms

It is closer to truth than myth that moms are behind some of our latest, hippest fashion trends.

Top New Year's resolutions parents wish their kids would make

A new survey shows the New Year's resolutions parents wish their kids would make. Read more »

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Educational and entertaining apps, playlists, videos for a child's iPod Touch

A how-to for converting an iPod Touch into a tricked out e-learning handheld for pre-K and elementary students. Read more »

Dec. 31, 2012

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Disciplining children: Confused about what works?

Experts say parents most often react when a child misbehaves, a "negative bias" that doesn't encourage children to do what they should. Instead, they suggest tactics pros use with "difficult"... Read more »

Dec. 28, 2012

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To protect children, FTC tightens privacy law

New government regulations aim to insulate children from behavior-based advertising and invasive data mining via Internet-connected software like apps and social networks. Read more »

Dec. 26, 2012

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Pope stresses family values, emphasizes opposition to gay marriage

The pope pressed his opposition to gay marriage Friday, denouncing what he described as people manipulating their God-given identities to suit their sexual choices — and destroying the very... Read more »

Dec. 21, 2012

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Link found between porn use and supporting same-sex marriage

Could adult men's support for redefining marriage be a byproduct of regular exposure to pornography? Read more »

Dec. 20, 2012

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Study on American parenting: My family is OK, yours is not

Researchers found that parents may have a skewed perception of what they're family is really like. Read more »

Dec. 20, 2012

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How parents can find peace following Sandy Hook shootings

This Christmas I’m choosing to make my part of the world as bright as I can, for the sake of my family and my fellow man. Maybe no one else will notice, but I think just making that choice... Read more »

Dec. 19, 2012

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Dale Murphy's children campaign for their 'Hall of Fame' father

Former baseball great and Mormon Dale Murphy's chances of getting into the Hall of Fame are slim at this point, but his son Tyson has found another way to honor his father's greatness. Read more »

Dec. 18, 2012

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In-laws and holidays: A guide to happier family gatherings

Your in-laws likes things done one way but you've always preferred something else. In this "season of joy," how do you take the great, lose what grates and make it the best holiday gathering your... Read more »

Dec. 17, 2012

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'The President's Marriage Agenda': How to reduce suffering for children and strengthen families

Largely unnoticed and unaddressed, "middle America" is abandoning marriage, with ramifications for children, stability and the future. But experts say it's not inevitable and offer specific... Read more »

Dec. 16, 2012

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How ‘Hobbit’ movie can teach important values to children

New movie “The Hobbit” can help parents teach their children about heroes, identity, gratitude and Christian themes. Read more »

Dec. 14, 2012

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'This is the worst nightmare,' psychiatrist says of Connecticut school shooting

A New York psychologist recommends that communities need to be involved in helping children cope with traumatic events. Read more »

Dec. 14, 2012

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Duce's Wild: The gift of bedtime stories

Second to loving his wife, the best thing a man can do for his children is to read to them at night. Christmas stories at bedtime make the season bright for the whole family. Read more »

Dec. 13, 2012

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Giving up alcohol and following in his father's footsteps led to hockey star Brad Mills joining the LDS Church

Brad Mills' decision to give up alcohol and his father's example led him to join the LDS Church in 2010. Now he is thriving as a co-captain for the Utah Grizzlies. Read more »

Dec. 13, 2012

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Neighbors are reaching out, helping each other more

Trust and connections among neighbors are growing, according to a national survey that looks at how folks interact. Read more »

Dec. 12, 2012

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4 Hasbro holiday board games are available this season

It's amazing how Hasbro Toys comes up with new, innovative designs for some of its popular board-game brands like Monopoly, The Game of Life and Battleship. Read more »

Dec. 12, 2012

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Book review: 'A Christmas Home' tells a heartwarming coming-of-age story

Author Greg Kincaid tells a heartwarming story in “A Christmas Home," the third book in Kincaid's holiday series. Read more »

Dec. 12, 2012

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Child obesity on the decline

Rates of childhood obesity in major american cities are decreasing. Numbers suggest that programs to get kids eating healthy food and exercising are working. Read more »

Dec. 12, 2012

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Linda & Richard Eyre: How about a New Year's resolution on longevity?

When we get older and realize that all that really matters is our relationships, it may be too late to do much about them. Read more »

Dec. 12, 2012

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Experts say building skills like grit and perseverance will help increase college readiness in the U.S.

Only about half of those who start college in the United States actually earn degrees. Parents, teachers and students need to work on "soft skills" like determination and independence, experts say. Read more »

Dec. 11, 2012

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Amy Choate-Nielsen: Looking to the past can help us forge our future

Education was a big deal in my family. But now that my own children are becoming old enough to go to school, I'm not sure how to follow suit. Read more »

Dec. 11, 2012

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Books for the holidays: Numerous books would make great stocking stuffers for young audiences

Books for young readers are wonderful stocking stuffers. They're gifts that won’t break (as many toys do) and continue to maintain interest long after the new year. Read more »

Dec. 11, 2012

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Renovation Solutions: The problem of asbestos in home remodels

We recently had a reader ask us to highlight the problem of asbestos in private residences, so this is our topic of the week. Read more »

Dec. 11, 2012

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Couples with children live longer, study finds

Having children is good for your health, the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health reports. Read more »

Dec. 11, 2012

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