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Displaying stories 1 - 15 of 24 in total tagged with "Fatherhood"
Relating to Your Son or Daughter Experiencing Same-gender Attraction: Advice to Parents
Mormon Life says: In conjunction with today's featured article, "Our Story: Living with Same-sex Attraction" by Ty and Danielle Mansfield (click here to read), we offer this excerpt specifically for LDS parents of children who experience homosexual feelings.
The following is an excerpt from Voices of Hope: Latter-day Saint Perspectives on Same-Gender Attraction, taken from the chapter “Perspectives for Parents.” Click here to learn more.ListeningAs we...
Fathers should be missionaries to their children, family too
Our take: Missionaries are typically those who leave their home and families to spread a message of faith to other parts of the world; however, Pastor Scott T. Brown points out that the biggest, untapped mission field may be right at home, among family. To lead by example and help decrease the...
Ailing father writes letters to daughter he won't see grow up
Ben Thomas is facing the reality that he has a disease that will take him away from his young daughter much too soon. But rather than let that thought get him down, he is creating memories she can hold onto once he's gone. Two years ago, Ben loved to run, ride his bike, and canyoneering. He...
{Poll} Mother's Day vs. Father's Day
Mormon Life says: Mothers and fathers are equally important in a child's life. How do the days in which we honor them compare?
Sunday will be my first real Mother's Day. Last year on that day, I was unhappily sitting in church, very pregnant, one day overdue with my son. Why couldn't he have arrived in time for Mother's...
LDS man is 'World's Most Embarrassing Dad'
Mormon Life says: Dale Price never set out to embarrass his son - he just wanted to wave at his bus as it drove by and show some fatherly love . . . while in full costume. Now his efforts have been the subject of news pieces and even a Japanese reality show.
American Fork, Utah, has nearly 30,000 residents, but only one of those residents can claim the title of “World’s Most Embarrassing Dad.” Dale Price, husband, stay-at-home dad of three children and...
Young Women Lesson 14: Patriarchal Leadership in the Home
Mormon Life says: "The family proclamation gives this beautiful explanation of the relationship between a husband and a wife: While they have separate responsibilities, 'in these sacred responsibilities, fathers and mothers are obligated to help one another as equal partners.'" -Dallin H. Oaks
Discussion Questions• How can the priesthood bless our lives now, regardless of our individual circumstances?• What spiritual qualities should we seek in a husband? How can these qualities help him...
SPONSORED: Fertility doctor debunks misconceptions about fertility treatment, answers FAQ
Mormon Life says: Russell A. Foulk, MD and the staff of
Utah Fertility Center are delighted to welcome Shawn Elizabeth Gurtcheff, MD, MS, as part of their staff.
Dr. Shawn Gurtcheff has recently returned to Utah where she completed her subspecialty training in Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility as well as earned a Master of Science Degree. Patients...
God did not create men and women to be alike, but to be valued equally
Mormon Life says: Touchy subject. I think the author handled it well.
Of all the questions we get about the church, no subject is more prevalent than the role and status of women. It is surprisingly common for curious people to have the impression that Mormonism is a...
Dave Says: Trust Broken after Co-signing
Mormon Life says: I missed some car payments after my dad co-signed on it, and our relationship has been affected. How do I make things right?
Dear Dave,My dad cosigned on a car loan for me a few years ago before I began working your plan to get control of my money. I missed some payments back then, and it has affected our relationship....
The Perfect Family--Why we stick to the ideal
In my early 20s, my husband and I lived on Miami Beach. Our ward represented a small United Nations, with a varying mix of social classes. In our Primary, the majority of the children were from single parent homes. Since I’d grown up in the era of political correctness, I decided it was time to...
Mormon Women and Motherhood, Fatherhood and Coparenting
As some of you may know, I’m editing an issue of “Sunstone” devoted to Mormon women and motherhood. As work for this project, I’ve been reading a book I picked up over two decades ago, “The Reproduction of Mothering” by Nancy Chodorow. There are some really boring chapters on psychoanalysis and...
Running a Tight Ship
Mormon Life says: Raising children is hard work. It begins the day they are born and seems to continue even when they have flown the coop and nested elsewhere. While they are under your direct stewardship, however, there are eight simple, important skills that will make for a more peaceful life for the whole family.
Teaching families the skills necessary for a successful home life requires patience and know-how. As a professional organizer who specializes in helping families function better, I have firsthand...
A Tribute to Dad
Mormon Life says: His strong arms are always there to open jars of tomato sauce, toss us into the air for a big splash in the pool, move our boxes as we go to college, and gently hold us when we make a mistake. The most fitting tribute would stretch well beyond the limits of this magazine, but we at LDS Living hope you enjoy the stories of how many people’s lives have been better because of one man: Dad.
The Right Priorities Being a father is an enormous responsibility. And when you marry someone, you don't really know what kind of a father he will be. Bronco has become a wonderful father. I don't...
FHE: Fathers
Mormon Life says: "Fathers, you are the primary model of manhood for your sons. You are their most meaningful mentor, and believe it or not, you are their hero in countless ways." - M. Russell Ballard
Conference Talk: For more information on this topic read "Fathers and Sons: A Remarkable Relationship," by M. Russell Ballard, Ensign, Nov 2009, 47-50. Thought: Fathers, you are the primary...
Crowded Nests
Mormon Life says: Your son is up in his room, getting ready to turn in for the night. You consider going up to tuck him in, but that wouldn't go over well. After all, he's 27. It's just hard to know what he needs from you. How can you make this experience good for everyone?
It's a sign of the times; more and more children are living at home with their parents. In the past year alone, 13 percent of parents with grown children say at least one of their children has moved...
