The Science of Sleep
Why getting the baby to sleep is so important for her health – and yours, too.
Lockdown drills have become the norm in our nation’s schools. But how can we protect kids from a potential active shooter event without traumatizing them in the process?
Some new and expecting moms perceive cannabis and CBD as safe and natural remedies for pregnancy and postpartum ailments. But science doesn’t back that up. Since the 2014 legalization of recreational cannabis in Oregon, pot has become a commonplace part of Portland’s landscape (on sunny days, it can feel like its’ scent permeates the entire …
Is Cannabis Safe During Pregnancy & Breastfeeding? Read More »
A PDX Parent deep dive into how the next generation of Oregon babies are being born.
How to Prepare Your Kids for the Cascadia Earthquake
Here in the Pacific Northwest, we’re living on borrowed time. The region is due for a massive earthquake, followed by a devastating tsunami on the coast. In fact, scientists say there’s a 15 to 20 percent chance that a magnitude 9.0 mega-quake will hit in the next 50 years. Our region has a long history …
Are Portland's Schools Ready for a Major Earthquake? Read More »