Category Archive

People

“Homeowner”, “renter” or “squatter” – whatever the label, these occupants take the Offbeat wherever they go.

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Can your toddler out-smart you?

If you’re reading this, you may already suspect that the answer to the question is YES. How does your toddler out-smart you?

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How I started to love my stretch marks

STRETCH MARKS! The bane of many a pregnant woman’s existence. It only took Cindy approximately one hour to love hers.

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How do you find offbeat parent friends?

Once you’re well into adulthood, how do you find your people? Stephanie and I will both take a stab at answering, and then we’d love to hear from Offbeat Mamas themselves about how they do it!

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Walking the parent consumerism line: how much is too much?

What did you get while you were pregnant? More importantly — what didn’t you get. How can parents STOP with the rampant consumerism already?

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Making 1000 square feet work for three

Emily, her fiancée, and their toddler son all live in the same 1,000 square foot space and make it work in a way that’s comfortable for everyone.

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Fielding questions about adopting — what you should say, and what you should avoid

Suggestions for both parents who are planning to adopt, and friends who are surprised by their “We’re adopting!” exclamation.

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A DJ Bunny-DILF, or “DJBDILF”

Mr. Hunny is one super-awesome DJing and piggy-back ride giving DILF.

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Another insanely creative pregnancy slideshow to love

James at Bleubird Vintage produces a lot of insanely cute stuff, the least of which is this sweet slideshow she’s made for her yet-to-be-born daughter.