The Best Parenting Advice From The Office

TV NBC “If a baby were president, there would be no taxes, there would be no war. There would be no government, and things could get terrible. It actually, probably it would be a better screenplay idea than a serious suggestion.” — Michael Scott by Samantha Darby Updated: Feb. 20, 2024 Originally Published: Sep. 24, 2021

NBC The Office is known for lots of silliness, but it’s also known for some heartwarming moments. From Michael’s costumes and bits to Jim and Pam’s first night in the hospital, here’s some of the best parenting advice to take from The Office .

Go With The Flow

You can read all the books and prep all the things, but parenting is still sometimes totally surprising. Your baby won’t latch, they won’t sleep, they reverse-cycle — you just have to go with the flow. NBC

Everything’s An Opportunity For Feminism

NBC Make your children’s interests work for your parenting lessons. So they love Cinderella? Turn Cinderella into an oncologist for Halloween.

You Need A Village That Shows Up

Even if your village drives you bananas and makes you wonder why you even entertain their nonsense. NBC

Always Accept Help

NBC Even if it’s your weirdo coworker who suggests tying a piece of suet onto a string and wrapping it around your baby’s toe to keep her happy. If they can lull your baby to sleep, let ‘em.

Get Creative With Your Lessons

If you really need to get a point across to your kids, just create a character. They might understand consequences better when you’re wearing a purple bandana. NBC

NBC There’s Always Time For A Dance Party If you have the space, start a cafe disco right in your own home. It’s a great way to up morale when everyone’s feeling blah.

NBC Babies Are In Control From Day 1 In the words of Dwight Schrute, “Pam is constantly throwing up because of the pregnancy. If she eats something the fetus doesn't like, she is screwed. It's amazing, a 3-ounce fetus is calling the shots. It's so bad*ss.”

Lean On Your Village

No, seriously. Whether you have to bring your kids in to scream the office down so your coworkers know why you need a day off, or you just need their help, lean on your village. NBC

NBC Safety First, Always If you’re going to do a Lion King bit with your baby, best just to keep them in the car seat.