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UNCATEGORIZED | Nov 11, 201410 benefits from growing up in a big family
Children from large families have many advantages. With birthrates at an all-time low, this list of benefits of children growing up in large families puts a positive spin on big families.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Nov 11, 2014
The importance of long-term savings and strategic financial road maps
Having the financial freedom to finally get by without following a strict spending budget is certainly one perk I happily enjoy now — and I don't feel guilty about it either.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Nov 10, 2014
Surprising things knowing family history will do for your kids
Family history is not just for the old. It can be one of the biggest blessings you give your children, and it can be fun!
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UNCATEGORIZED | Nov 7, 2014Parents again: More grandparents are helping to raise grandchildren, census shows
The number of grandparents helping raise their grandchildren has increased in Utah and across the country.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Nov 6, 2014How to be a well-behaved parent
Kids aren't the only ones who sometimes need to be reminded to be on their best behavior. These 5 ideas will help you be a well-behaved parent.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Nov 6, 2014How saving for retirement requires change in approach
The way people save for retirement has changed greatly from the days of the employer pensions of past generations. Today, employees are mostly responsible for building up their own retirement nest egg. What will it take to retire securely now?
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UNCATEGORIZED | Nov 5, 2014Why you can afford a child NOW
A report has been circulating recently claiming that it costs a quarter of a million dollars to raise a child. It's all nonsense! Here are a few of the cost-cutting tips for parenthood.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 5, 2014How the religious voted in 2014
The relationship between religion and politics may be difficult to navigate, but it plays an important role on Election Day.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Nov 3, 2014
15 things you’re paying too much for
Never over pay again. Cut your monthly budget drastically by slashing costs on these 15 common items.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 2, 2014Work is sometimes the best medicine
Your job may cause you stress or frustration, but it could also be the best medicine. New research has shown that those with anger and depression can benefit from a stressful work environment.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Oct 31, 2014Stay-at-home moms: They’re doing more than what you think
All moms are working moms, but a stay-at-home mom's job is a bit different. What is it, exactly, that she does all day?
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UNCATEGORIZED | Oct 30, 20145 ways adult children hurt their parents without realizing it
What are you doing to brighten the lives of your aging parents? Bringing a little light and happiness into their lives will leave a legacy of love your own children will emulate.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Oct 28, 2014How to deal with a coach who bullies
At some point, most parents who have children in sports will have to deal with a coaching situation that is less than ideal. Unfortunately, sometimes this includes a coach who bullies in one form or another.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Oct 28, 2014
5 money moves to make by year’s end
Five financial things to make sure you do before the end of this year.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Oct 28, 2014Are preschoolers too young for CrossFit training? Supporters and critics weigh in
The new CrossFit Kids program for preschoolers, and those under 18, may encourage physical exercise, but it may also create an unhealthy focus on physical appearance for children.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Oct 27, 2014Why is my child misbehaving?
Unruly behavior turning your home into chaos? Check out these four reasons kids act out, and reclaim your home.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 26, 2014As textbook prices soar, students find ways to fight the inflation
Textbooks are expensive, easily costing $300 for one book. The student have reacted by declining to buy, which is sending prices even higher.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 24, 20147 mistakes to avoid when sleeping
Most people don't know how to sleep, although they do it all the time. If you avoid the 7 mistakes we list here, you'll wake up feeling like a million dollars -- and with today's inflation rate that isn't saying much!
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UNCATEGORIZED | Oct 23, 2014
6 ways to jump-start your savings account
The Great Recession dealt a heavy blow to family savings, but it is over. It is time to stop blaming the source of the problem and focus instead on fixing it. If your savings effort needs a jump start, here are six things you can try.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 22, 2014Lower gas prices could mean economic impact down the road
Gas prices are at a four-year low. For the consumer this means a fatter wallet, but there could be a negative impact on the oil industry and the economy as a whole.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Oct 22, 2014
Get your kids to say sorry—and really mean it!
Tired of your kids' halfhearted apologies? Teach them to say they're sorry the right way.
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SPONSORED | Oct 20, 2014
Phoenix Undy Run/Walk coming up in mid-November
The 2014 Phoenix Undy Run/Walk is an annual event that raises money and awareness for colon cancer. The…
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UNCATEGORIZED | Oct 20, 2014Stop outsourcing your parenting
Parents outsource their parenting in many ways. Doing so can be harmful to their children and their whole family. Dr. Christensen (2013) and Dr. Doherty (2000) provide guidance on how to resist the urge to outsource.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 20, 2014The personal and economic benefits of delaying retirement
More retirees are delaying retirement. This is a shift that is good for them and the economy.