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With our combined (many!!) years of experience supporting families in the postpartum phase & our extensive knowledge of Portland & the PNW we’ve created a bank of (hundreds!) of posts to support you & your family. From local guides with the best of what Portland has to offer for growing families, to education & resources (think your top newborn questions answered) news & announcements to share what’s happening at Bridgetown Baby & beyond, and a bank of our favorite recipes for the fourth trimester - use the dropdowns below to search. And… if you don’t find it below email us care@bridgetownbaby.com & we’ll add it to our list!

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Resources for Raising Conscious Kids: November 2023 Edition

Thanksgiving is a complicated holiday. Giving Thanks: A Native American Good Morning Message offers a rich take on the concept of gratitude that invites children and families to think about giving thanks in a holistic way that recognizes the experiences of first peoples of our nation.

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Resources for Raising Conscious Kids: September Edition

An enthusiastic mer-boy is so happy that he just wants to give all of his friends a squish - only it turns out that some of his friends don’t feel comfortable with that. How the friends come to an awareness of their different preferences and the importance of asking for consent is a clear and age-appropriate way to reinforce children’s rights to bodily autonomy from a young age.

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Resources for Raising Conscious Kids: February Edition

The ABCs of Black History is as charming as it is informative, as sobering as it is soaring with hope. With succinct stories told rhythmically, this is a book that educates, celebrates, and reverberates in this Black History month and all year round.

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A tablet displaying a booklet titled "Five Essential Tips For Every New Family" with images of parents and babies.