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Relax at the Family Feeding Nest at Topaz Farms

Come for the family fun at the PDX Parent Family Festival at Topaz Farms - and find some chill at the Bridgetown Baby Family Feeding Nest. Pump, feed, or just relax with the welcoming members of the BB Team.

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Bridgetown Baby is a 2025 PDX Parent Reader Favorite

We are so honored to have won the top honor in the Pregnancy and Postpartum Support category of PDX Parent Magazine’s Reader Favorites contest for the third year in a row. Thank you for your votes, and for helping more families find their way to the peace of mind that Bridgetown Baby care provides.

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Partner Profile: Natalie Broders, Birth Doula and Photographer

As Birth Photographer of the Year 2023, Natalie uniquely integrates her doula expertise with her artistic vision. From the intensity of labor to the first moments of connection with your newborn, her photographs tell the powerful story of your birth in a way that’s both personal and profound. Natalie also offers pregnancy portraits, newborn photography, and milestone sessions.

Whether capturing the early days of your baby's life or celebrating key moments in your family’s growth, Natalie’s work is designed to honor your journey and create memories you’ll be proud to share for years to come.

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Advice For Travel With Baby

Whether it’s your first time traveling with your baby, or your first time traveling with two, it can feel overwhelming. We know from experience! But traveling with our two littles went from a dreaded experience to one of our favorite things to do. Here’s how!

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Nourish You: Postpartum Recipe Series ~ Summer 2024

Sweet corn is the shining star of this spring recipe, alongside cherry tomatoes, zucchini, mint and greens. Nutritious and elegant, but not too fancy - read on for more gorgeous photos and the recipe to make at home.

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Mamas Day Campaign: Another Successful Year

This year’s campaign success help Portland New Family Fund change the story for thousands of families through their advocacy efforts within the medical system and among lawmakers.

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Mamas Day Campaign: Sarah’s Story (Video)

Sarah arrived in Portland pregnant, alone, and single-parenting two young children. Until she met Portland New Family Fund and her Bridgetown Baby doula, there was no one in her corner. Listen to her story in her own words.

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Nourish You: Postpartum Recipe Series ~ Spring 2024

In the PNW, spring rains foreshadow the abundance of summer - and because we’re close to the warmer climes of Southern California, we get a preview of summer berries to brighten up the perfect spring snack: chia pudding parfaits. Read on for more beautiful photos and the recipe.

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Bridgetown Baby is a PDX Parent Reader Favorite

We are so honored to have won the top honor in the Pregnancy and Postpartum category of PDX Parent Magazine’s Reader Favorites contest for the second year in a row. Thank you for your votes, and for helping more families find their way to the peace of mind that Bridgetown Baby care provides.

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Introducing: Ayurveda Self-Care from Bridgetown Baby

The postpartum time is a unique and sacred time that benefits from giving yourself space for healing, resting, and integration. The Rituals of Care treatment is specially constructed to deeply nourish and care for you.

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Make a Gift: With Love Coat Drive

We’re proud to be a partner in With Love’s winter coat drive - with your gift of new or gently used coats you can help us keep foster kids across the Metro area cozy, warm and dry. Donations accepted through March 15th.

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Nourish You: Postpartum Recipe Series ~ Winter 2024

Our damp, gray, chilly PNW winters call for creating coziness! For Bridgetown Baby doula Mindy Baldwin, winter is a perfect time to nourish new families with the easy warmth, deliciousness, and nutrition of baked oatmeal. Read on for more gorgeous photos and the recipe to make at home.

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May We Have Your Vote in 2024?

When you vote for Bridgetown Baby it helps other families find their way to the compassionate, comprehensive postpartum care we provide - please vote today!

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