Parenting
Offspring offers solutions for all your parenting struggles, from colicky babies and toddler tantrums to game-obsessed tweens and anxious teens. Parenting isn't always easy, but we can make it a little less hard.
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To Become Adventurous Learners, Kids Need Routine
Encouraging your kid to take risks as a learner can be challenging, but research suggests one clear way to help.
The Best Gifts for Kids Who Love to Read (That Aren’t Books)
From book lights and journals to mini projectors and subscriptions, these gifts will keep kids excited about reading.
Why You Shouldn’t Force Kids Into Sports (and What You Should Do Instead)
How to support your child's athletic pursuits without getting all 'Varsity Blues' on them
How Parents Can Learn Mental Health First Aid (and Why You Should)
You know CPR and you have a first-aid kit; now it's time to have a plan for mental health crises as well.
Why Water Beads Are Actually Dangerous for Kids
Try these safer alternatives to water beads in your kid's sensory bin.
15 Podcast Episodes to Help You Through Major Parenting Challenges
If you need help navigating parenting, your parasocial podcast pals are here to offer support.
Help Your Kid Develop Independence With ‘Autonomy-Supportive’ Parenting
How to build your child's sense of agency in the world and increase their self-esteem.
10 of Best Places to Hide Christmas Gifts Where Your Family Will Never Find Them
In the back of a closet? Obvious. Under the bed? Tired. In a storage container in the basement labeled "extra picture frames"? That's better.
Nine Things You Should Do During Paternity Leave
Take advantage of your leave and it will pay your family dividends.
Everything You Should Know About Your Baby’s Birth Certificate
What to do if you can't agree on a baby name, and other questions, answered.
The Gross Things Your Kids Eat That Are Dangerous (and the Ones That Are Just Gross)
Some of these things are toxic, while other are purely gross.
How to Destink Your Diaper Pail (and Keep It Destunk)
Not only are they beyond potent, diaper pails can also get moldy.
Throw Out Your Baby's Head-Shaping Pillow, FDA Says
Babies shouldn't have pillows—even the ones that are sold for head-shaping or support.
How to Master 'Baby Talk' (and Why You Should)
All that "parentese" comes naturally to many of us—and for good reason.
The Easiest Ways to Entertain a Baby
Never underestimate the power of garbage or a good old-fashioned game of "fetch."
Can Listening to Music Really Make Your Baby Smarter?
Classical music actually won't make your kid smarter. But they'll still enjoy it.
Why You Can’t Just Order Baby Formula From Canada
Despite what you read on Facebook, Amazon in Canada cannot solve the formula shortage in the U.S.
Why You Should Never Make Your Own Baby Formula
Homemade formula has sent babies to the hospital during the recent shortage.
This Compatibility Test Can Help New Parents Make (and Keep) the Friends They So Desperately Need
It's easy. Just make sure these eight lifestyle variables align perfectly.
How (and When) to Wean Your Baby Off Formula
Is your baby ready to stop drinking formula? Here's how to know—and how make the transition.