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While there may be a common assumption that dads need to throw out their childish hobbies once they become parents, results of a new study seem to indicate otherwise. A pair of researchers from Brigham Young University found that young girls who played age-appropriate games with their fathers were not only healthier and happier than those who didn't, but they also had … [Read more...] about Study: Playing age-appropriate video games benefits father daughter relationship

Anybody whose ever seen Ferris Bueller's Day Off cap has fantasized about playing hooky from work. But while Ferris navigates the ins and outs of deceptions with ease, the Average Joe may find it a challenge. But that doesn't mean it can't be done.Clumsily lying your way to a day off may not be as hilarious as the movie would lead you to believe. With that in mind, … [Read more...] about Top 3 ways to play hooky from work

Being a dad provides men with the opportunity to teach their kids a lot of important life lessons. While many fathers may place an emphasis on things such as which football team to root for or how to make the perfect grilled cheese sandwich, there are several lessons that all children should know, and it would behoove parents to make sure they learn them.By the time a youngster … [Read more...] about Dads: How and what to teach your kids

While some parents typically let their children stay up later than usual on the weekends, results of a new study indicate that it may be damaging to their health. A recent study, published in Pediatrics, suggests that lack of sleep on the weekend may be among the leading causes of childhood obesity, Reuters reports.The research was conducted by the Corner Children's … [Read more...] about Skip sleep, get fat?: Lack of Zzz’s might contribute to childhood obesity

As movie buffs across the country start to catch Oscar fever, there are a number of arguments that are beginning to heat up. Who will win Best Picture? Best Actor? Best Director? While it seems like there is a category for every film, there is one that's missing: Best Dad Movie. Luckily, that's where we come in. This category combines everything that dad's love. … [Read more...] about What were the best dad movies of 2010?