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Run, baby, run!

The best stroller-friendly hikes for Seattle and Eastside parents

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Pregnancy + Childbirth

COVID-19 Vaccines and Pregnancy

What prospective and new parents need to know

By:

April Chan

| Nov 30, 2021

Infant-formula

Ages 0 - 2

Recalls

Abbott Recalls Some Infant Powdered Formula Due to Possible Bacterial Contamination

Check your formula to see if it’s part of the recall

By:

ParentMap Editors

| Feb 22, 2022

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New Parents

Understanding the Risks of PFAS

What new moms need to know about toxins in breast milk

By:

Tiffany Doerr Guerzon

| Sep 28, 2021

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New Parents

Why Don’t Men Take Paternity Leave?

And what can we do to change that?

By:

Rachael Okerlund

| Dec 16, 2021

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New Baby

Babies
Sleep

Safe Sleep Practices for Babies

An expert reminds parents that infant sleep positioners are anything but safe

By:

Kellie Schmitt

| Nov 3, 2021

New Arrivals

Ideas, tips and news for parents and parents-to-be

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Foster + Adoption

3 Seattle-Area Families Share Their Adoption Journeys

Local families share their pathways to parenthood

By:

Gemma Alexander

| Apr 28, 2022

Dad-bringing-baby-to-grocery-store

New Parents

Why Don’t Men Take Paternity Leave?

And what can we do to change that?

By:

Rachael Okerlund

| Dec 16, 2021

Mother holds child as doctor check their ears.

New Baby

Pandemic Babies: How COVID-19 Has Impacted Child Development

And five ways to stimulate your child’s brain development, with support at every step

By:

Annie Garrett, M.Ed.

| Nov 30, 2021

Goo, Ga, Good Stuff

From baby names to tummy-time games

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New Parents

Take Care of Those Pearly Whites

Don't forget about your teeth during pregnancy

By:

Dr. Jonathan Everett

| Jul 30, 2021

Parent Health + Relationship
- Sex
- Romance
New Parents: Here’s What You Need to Know About Your Sex Life

Psst: It really does get better

By:
Risa Kerslake
| Jul 9, 2019
Sleep
- Print Stories
- Sleep
10 Sanity Saving Strategies for Sleep-Deprived Parents

Sweet dreams are possible with these tips for better zzz's

By:
Malia Jacobson
| May 24, 2021
Ages 0 - 2

6 Simple Ways for Dad to Bond With Baby

Fun and useful dad-baby bonding activities to try

By:
Happiest Baby
| Apr 16, 2021
New Parents
Baby Shower Gifts That Moms Actually Need

Practical but perfect gifts that a new mom will appreciate

By:
Naomi Tomky
| Mar 31, 2021

The Great Outdoors
- Eastside
- Free Fun
- Moms
Push It: Where to Run or Walk With a Stroller In Seattle

Stroller-friendly trails and paths around Seattle and the Eastside

By:
Michelle Richards Peters
| Jan 20, 2022
New Baby
- Games
- Print Stories
10 Brain-Building Games to Play With Baby

These simple, everyday games will help your baby's brain development

By:
Malia Jacobson
| Feb 25, 2020
New Baby

Pandemic Babies: How COVID-19 Has Impacted Child Development

And five ways to stimulate your child’s brain development, with support at every step

By:
Annie Garrett, M.Ed.
| Nov 30, 2021
Parent Health + Relationship
- Dads
- Marriage
- Moms
Simple Habits That Keep Romance Alive When You're a Busy Parent

John Gottman, Ph.D., shares his expert advice

By:
Nancy Schatz Alton
| Apr 10, 2019

Happening

May

21

One Seattle Day of Service

May

21

Bicycle Sundays: Now Bicycle Weekends

May

21

2022 Trout Fishing Derby

May

21

Dozer Day Seattle