Foster + Adoption

Because becoming a parent has many paths
Mom and daughter

Foster + Adoption

3 Reasons Why Adoption Is My First Choice
Because I'm 'selfish,' of course
By
Jager Weatherby
  Feb 5, 2018
Teens driving

Ages 15 -18

New Program Helps Foster Youth Get a Driver License
Treehouse’s Driver’s Assistance program
By
Malia Jacobson
  Mar 29, 2018
Shy kid

Foster + Adoption

6 Ways to Help Your Foster Child Adjust
6 tips to make those first days a success
By
Ryan Bridges
  Nov 9, 2017
Moms with kid

Parent Health + Relationship

4 Life Hacks From a First-Time Stepmom
First, leave jealousy at the altar
By
Beth McDonough
  Jan 8, 2018
foster family

Foster + Adoption

Let’s Get Real About Foster Care: 6 Myths Debunked
Washington state’s foster care system is squeezed
By
Malia Jacobson
  May 1, 2017
welcoming baby

New Baby

Oh, baby! 11 Adorable Ways to Welcome Your New Baby
Share your good news with the world with these announcements
By
Rebecca Mongrain
  Mar 29, 2016
Baby necessities

New Baby

Bringing Home Baby: The 20 Essentials You Actually Need
Bringing Home Baby: The 20 Essentials You Actually Need
By
Kali Sakai
  May 28, 2014
Baby Eating

Health + Nutrition

Raising an Adventurous Eater
4 global, homemade baby food recipes
By
Leena Saini
  Sep 2, 2016
Nemo from the movie 'Finding Nemo'

Kids + Media

7 Films That Address Disability, Differences and Inclusion
Want to teach kids about empathy without preaching? Add these gems to your movie-night list
By
Gemma Alexander
  Oct 17, 2015

Newest Reads

ramen recipe family dinner

Food

9 Healthy Meals for Busy Weeknights
Family dinners made easy
By
Rebecca Mongrain
  Oct 19, 2018
Crying baby with dad in nursery

New Baby

A Dad's Advice for Dealing With a Crying Baby
Remember: A crying baby isn't an accusation
By
Lindsay Schopfer
  Oct 19, 2018
Dad and daughter reading a book

Books

Election Day 2018: Books to Read as a Family
Plus, ideas from an educator on how to talk to your kid about the midterms
By
Jessica Graham
  Oct 18, 2018
baby

Baby

It Takes Just a Few Minutes to Save a Child’s Life
Sudden infant death syndrome is the leading cause of death in infants, here’s how you can help change that
By
Diana Cherry
  Oct 18, 2018

Family Atlas

We've mapped your family-friendly resources in the Puget Sound region

Listening Mothers

Listening Mothers

A class for moms and their babies

Seattle Nanny Network

Seattle Nanny Network

Seattle Nanny Network, Inc. is an award winning placement service, for in-home childcare; nanny care, in business since 1997. We personally interview, screen, and match top quality candidates to families.

Kirkland

PEPS - Program for Early Parent Support

PEPS - Program for Early Parent Support

PEPS brings parents together to find connection, resources and support.

Seattle

Birth Matters NW

Birth Matters NW

The doulas of Birth Matters NW recognize that this journey from start to finish is a unique and intimate experience.