Mom’s Got Game: Thorns General Manager Karina LeBlanc
Karina LeBlanc, the new general manager of the Portland Thorns, talks professional women’s soccer, motherhood and returning to the Rose City.
Youth Sports League Guide
It’s surprisingly hard to navigate youth sports leagues. Good thing we’ve done the legwork for you!
Road Trip Ideas: PNW Magic
It’s time for some new adventures! Reconnect with the best of the Northwest with a summer road trip to the central Oregon Coast, or Seattle and Mount Rainier.
The Ultimate Portland Weekend with Kids
Explore the city and fill your long weekend with under-the-radar gems and old favorites
Artist and Dancer Latoya Lovely
From murals to parenting to dance projects, this local artist and paraeducator is one to watch.
Teen Online Safety IRL
Is it possible to balance your kids’ need for independence with their need for protection in online apps, chats, social media and games?
Live Shows This Spring
From dance to live theater, your family is sure to find an engaging and fun show.
Teen Internships in PDX
Find out where teens have been gaining valuable experience in the Portland area.
Full Stomachs, Happy Hearts: Feeding Oregon’s Families
The rates of food insecure families in Oregon have substantially increased during the pandemic. We’re taking a look at the organizations who are making sure kids don’t go to bed hungry.
The Child Care Crunch
Here’s what parents, educators and providers have to say about what’s happening from the front lines.
3 Oregon Changemakers
These three Oregon politicians say their experience as mothers of children who require significant medical, educational and social services has had a lasting impact on them — and the policies we all live with in Oregon.
14 Places to Get Kid-Friendly Take-Out
Check out these kid-friendly to-go spots, where the grown-ups will love the food, too!
The Wallowas Winter Vacation
Planning a winter vacation to the Wallowas? Check out our recommendations on where to stay, eat, play and more!
The Gorge Winter Vacation
Planning a winter vacation in the Columbia River Gorge? Check out or recommendations on where to stay, eat, play and more!
Oregon Coast Winter Vacation
Planning a family vacation on the Oregon coast? Check out our recommendations on where to stay, eat, play and more.
Mount Hood Winter Vacation
Planning a trip to Mount Hood? Get our tips on where to stay, play, eat and more.
The Heat Is On: How Portland Schools are Teaching Climate Change
With climate change more in our faces than ever before, find out what Portland-area kids are learning in the classroom about environmental issues.
Nursing Advice: Help! My Baby’s Latch Feels like a Snapping Turtle
Read on for sound advice from a local expert.
Indoor and Outdoor Birthday Party Venues
We’ve got the scoop on indoor and outdoor birthday party venues — plus local kindie performers who will bring the party to you.
Planning Your Child’s After-School Care
If you’ve been trying to predict what after-school care will look like this year, you’re not alone.
Water, Water, Everywhere
Our guide to hitting the water with the kids, be it pool, lake, river or ocean.
Dive into the World of Neighborhood Buy Nothing Groups
Get the scoop on what you need to know before diving into the world of gifting and searching.
The School Budget Breakdown
Public school funding is complicated. But we explain what you need to know about where the dollars come from and how they are spent.
Portland Performing Arts Companies Adapt to COVID-19 Restrictions
Editor at PDX Parent Magazine
PDX Parent's editor Denise Castañon loves sharing new ideas with other Portland parents. You can find her cooking, eating, crafting and writing in Southeast where she lives with her husband, 5-year-old son and 7-year-old daughter.
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Our city’s beloved performing arts companies have been hit hard by COVID-19 closures. But they are working to stay afloat and keep on delivering fresh content to families at home. I miss taking my kids to see the costumed Pam Mahon exuberantly and hilariously narrate one of the Kids Concerts at the Oregon Symphony. And …
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Portland’s Helpers during COVID-19
We highlight some of the Portlanders helping others in our community during these uncertain times.
Lottery Lowdown
The ins and outs of the Portland public school lottery system, and what it means for your family.
The Essay Question
Here’s a look at what you need to know about writing the essay for your private school applications.
