Category: Parenting

Two young mothers with babies

5 New Mom Groups in Portland

In addition to having a great excuse to get out of the house with your little one, new mom’s groups are often the place where lifetime friendships are formed. Babies and toddlers are welcome, and while you’re there, you’ll have access to compassionate advice from experienced moms to help you with breastfeeding issues, forming good sleep habits, and a wealth of other knowledgeable mom hacks.

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Teaching Our Kids About Gratitude

As we head into a season focusing on gratitude, it’s worth paying attention to the lessons we teach our children about thankfulness. What does it mean to be thankful in a genuine way?

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Pool Safety Tips for Families

The team at Pediatric Associates of the Northwest wishes all of our patients and the community a safe and fun summer. We encourage you to share these pool safety tips for families with your social network. Keeping kids and teens safe is a community event!

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Family hiking

5 Portland Area Hikes the Whole Family Can Enjoy

Contact with nature invites you to take deep, cleansing breaths of fresh air. It offers the awe-inspiring performance of Mother Nature’s seasonal abundance and a chance to recharge the body, mind, and spirit. Study upon study demonstrates how connecting with nature improves whole-body health – including reducing stress levels, improved sleep habits, and lowering the risk of depression and anxiety.

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Our Favorite Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day

Father’s Day is just around the corner. While we love the traditional BBQs and family get-togethers, our team is ready to do something different. We put our heads together and are making plans to celebrate Father’s Day in new and more creative ways.

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