Opinion
Why Kansas parents need the App Store Accountability Act to passParents are doing their best to keep up with technology. Even U.S. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett noted in a recent oral argument how difficult it is… Read More
Culture
Structure, discipline yield stronger relationships, parenting study findsWhile enforcing rules makes parenting “feel harder” in the moment, parents and children both say their relationships improve under clear expectations in the long run, according to a recent… Read More
Culture
Gen Z tends to ditch ‘gentle parenting,’ choose old-school child-rearing methods, survey concludesDespite all their options and technology access, Generation Z parents are veering toward “a more old-school approach to parenting than their parents,” a recent news article notes. “More than… Read More
Culture
Amid historic lows, marriage and family offer ‘hope and a future’ to next generation(The Heartlander) — Marriage and family statistically promise greater wealth and happiness, but the number of people marrying and rearing children has plummeted to historic lows nationwide, according to Center… Read More
Culture
Children welcomed to new homes during National Adoption MonthTwo-year-old Niko officially joined nine siblings as the youngest son of the Thomas family on Saturday in St. Louis. “He’s just a wonderful little boy and we’re lucky to have him in our… Read More
Culture
Family overscheduling can hinder children’s needs for free time, ‘healthy brain development’For parents feeling the strain of fitting too many children’s activities into their schedules, the answer may be surprisingly simple yet counterintuitive: stay at home. “We get it, parents want… Read More
Politics
JD Vance opens up about faith, fathering, VP duties on podcastFor Vice President JD Vance, his Catholic faith shapes every aspect of his life, from his leadership in government to his conversations with hi’is children, he said in an interview… Read More
Culture
Psychologist: Removing electronic devices from children’s bedrooms overnight ‘absolutely crucial’ for physical, mental healthPsychologist Jean Twenge is making headlines for her “imperative” stance on electronic devices for children, including her tip to ban smartphones before bedtime. “If you have the bandwidth to fully… Read More
Culture
Moms help catch their middle school sons who caused $50K in damage to school libraryTwo Florida mothers did the right thing even if their sons didn’t, calling the police after video surfaced of the boys vandalizing their school’s media center, causing an estimated $50,000… Read More
Homeschools
6-year homeschool mom shares tips on high schoolThe thought of homeschooling through high school often intimidates parents – even those who successfully accomplish it, says one Florida mom who knows the feeling. “The year before we started… Read More
Culture
Evangelical world loses influential speaker and author James Dobson, who advised Presidents Reagan, Trump and BushJames Dobson, a leading voice for the family and traditional values over the last 50 years, has died. He was 89. An evangelical Christian and founder of Focus on the… Read More
Culture
‘Panda’ parenting gains traction with goals to promote independence, responsibility, self-esteemStop hovering, helicopter moms. It’s time to practice “panda” skills, according to a growing chorus of families dissatisfied with current parenting philosophies. Panda parenting is nurturing children, but giving them… Read More
Parenting
One key to raising kids for success: conscientiousness(The Heartlander) — Previous generations called it self-control; today’s analysts prefer the term conscientiousness. “Teaching conscientiousness – a personality trait that’s about more than self-control – may actually be the… Read More
Culture
Conscientiousness one key to raising kids for successPrevious generations called it self-control; today’s analysts prefer the term conscientiousness. “Teaching conscientiousness – a personality trait that’s about more than self-control – may actually be the path for… Read More
Opinion
Silver age? US fertility rate hits new low(The Daily Signal) – Forget the Golden Age. Based on today’s trends, we’re set for the Silver Age. The general fertility rate is at a new low, according to… Read More
Homeschools
California homeschoolers soar to new heights with customized airport tour, intro to aviation careersOne enterprising mom in California capitalized on her son’s curiosity about airplanes to organize a special field trip: a customized airport tour just for homeschoolers. “It was a blessing that… Read More
School Choice
Op-Ed: Let parents decide what education fits their child bestEvery child is unique. Their learning styles, interests, strengths and challenges vary widely – and yet for too many families, the education options available to them are one-size-fits-all. … Read More
Culture
Study: Parenting may help protect against aging effects, increase brain connectivityDo you want to stay young for longer? Then have more children, a recent study from Rutgers Health and Yale University suggests. “Parenting more children is associated with higher brain-wide… Read More
Education
Illinois bill would create ‘kangaroo court’ to attack homeschoolers, critics say(The Heartlander) — An Illinois bill hostile to homeschooling families passed out of committee and will be scheduled for a full floor vote in the state House. The bill passed… Read More
Culture
9 out of 10 best states for families are conservative, according to study(The Washington Stand) – When it comes to family flourishing, not every state is created equal. Nine of the top 10 states with the healthiest families are conservative, according… Read More