What's New
- FCS Blog!
FCS educators and Specialist in Nutrition, Consumer Science and Family Life have teamed up to work on an Ohio State Extension FCS blog, named "Eat, Save, and Be Happy". Come check it out and leave us a comment on how we are doing. - Are you a New Parent?
Are you a new or expecting parent? Sign up for the Just In Time Parenting Newsletter. The newsletter is written by a team of university researchers and educators and based on the latest research. Each month you will get information specific to your baby's age and your baby's needs. Learn about:- How your child is developing
- How to care for your child and keep your child healthy
- How to help your child learn and be happy!

Welcome to OSU Extension: Human Development and Family Science
Stages of Life
Different stages of life present different issues, difficulties, and celebrations. We hope you find helpful information for all developmental stages from Infants and Young Children, Pre-Teen/ Tweens, Adolescents and Young Adults, to Marriage and Partnering, Parenting and Aging.
Positive Parenting
Check out the newest Positive Parenting Newsletter here. Positive Parenting is a bi-monthly newsletter containing timely information about Parenting Issues.
Secondary Data
There are a variety of secondary data sources that can help you learn more many issues such as the population around you, trends in youth locally and nationally, and agricultural trends.
Additional Resources
Here you can find additional information such as Helpful Websites and the Program Materials from previous seminars or in-services. You can also find Family Life Podcasts.
OSU Extension Blog
OSU Extension Family and Consumer Science Blog, "Eat, Save and Be Happy" Is dedicated to providing research-based, reliable information on parenting, families, nutrition and spending. Check it out.
