April 30, 2012: Having Kids Doesn't Inspire Adults to Eat Healthier: Study
But at least new parents' diets didn't get worse, researchers say

March 22, 2012: Parents Should Lead By Example in Weight Loss, Study Finds
When parents shed pounds, overweight kids on weight-loss plan slimmed down, too

February 29, 2012: Dad's Depression May Rub Off on Child's Behavior
Unemployment and depression often go hand in hand, study says

February 22, 2012: Toddlers With Angry Parents May Have More Temper Tantrums
Youngsters tend to mimic coping behaviors they see at home, study shows

December 02, 2011: Pressure to Be Perfect Parent Can Discourage New Moms, Dads
Study found it eroded confidence for mothers, created stress for fathers

November 10, 2011: Fatherhood May Help Tough Guys Straighten Out
Crime, alcohol use dropped among first-time dads, study finds

November 09, 2011: Low-Income Dads <i>Are</i> Involved With Their Kids, Study Finds
But doctors still focus mostly on moms, researchers say

October 11, 2011: Children of Older Dads Fare as Well in School as Other Kids
Findings contradict other research that found paternal age could negatively impact children's IQ

October 04, 2011: Older Dads Can Pass on Gene Mutations That Lower Intellect
Study suggests changes in chromosomes may account for some cases, especially in older fathers

September 12, 2011: Testosterone Levels Seem to Fall With Fatherhood
Dip may come with focus on taking care of children, researchers suggest

June 17, 2011: Dads' Parenting Style Affects Influence as Kids Age: Survey
Setting rules but being open to discussion may work better than being too strict, researchers say

June 17, 2011: Dad's Good Parenting May Help Daughters Avoid Risky Sex
Quality, not quantity, of time spent with father matters more for girls, study suggests

June 15, 2011: Many Fathers Struggle to Balance Work, Family: Survey
More than half said they'd consider being a stay-at-home dad if financially feasible

May 06, 2011: Dads Who Eat Out Have Kids Who Eat Out, Study Finds
Fathers should be urged to make dinner at home an important family ritual, researchers suggest

April 01, 2011: Many Moms Have Kids With Different Dads, U.S. Study Finds
28% of women with two or more offspring have children by more than one man, analysis showed

March 04, 2011: Study Finds Men Need More Support Before, After Child Birth
Giving men an outlet for their fears and worries about childbirth, parenthood will be good for the whole family, study finds

February 08, 2011: Birth Defect Risk Slightly Higher for Kids of Male Cancer Survivors
But risk is still very low and not affected by the mode of conception, researchers say

February 02, 2011: Parents Have Stronger Relationship When Dad Plays With Kids
But when father shared caregiving duties, researchers found conflicts

September 08, 2010: Young Parents May Be Especially Prone to Depression
Greatest risk is during first year after child is born, researchers say

June 18, 2010: On Father's Day, Give Dad Gift of Health
Staying healthy is part of being a good dad, expert suggests

September 18, 2009: Genetics Linked to Early Sexual Activity in Kids
Impulsive traits may be passed down from parents, research shows

August 10, 2009: Young Moms Follow Their Mother's Parenting Style
Fathers don't seem swayed by the maternal influence, survey finds

June 24, 2009: Women More Likely Than Men to Reject Unattractive Babies
Study casts doubt on notion of moms' unconditional love

April 06, 2009: Male Infertility Treatment Boosts Sperm Count
Small Egyptian study uses hormone-antioxidant combo to improve odds of conception

April 03, 2008: Dads' Early-Onset Obesity Linked to Liver Disease in Kids
Genetic ties suspected between father's, but not mother's, weight and elevated enzymes