KIDDO

Parenting news, tips, advice and articles on raising kids in Oregon

Both English- and Spanish-speaking families gather to exchange information about infant development and tips for breastfeeding success  Full story »

Omamas dish on what they made for dinner Monday, from Saeng-sun jun to polenta pizza. Did their kids eat it? Full story »

The deadline to apply is May 28. Full story »

Italian-style deli meats made in Canada and exported to the United States are being recalled over fears they're contaminated with listeria. The U.S. Department of Agriculture said the potentially life-threatening bacteria was found in prosciutto made by Zadi Foods Ltd. carrying the Casa Italia and Emma labels. The products include: The prosciutto was sold to consumers at deli counters and... Full story »

Producer Meg Merrill writes, "(W)hat are we missing when we are behind screens? And how does this impact our children’s well being, our society and the very future of our planet?"  Full story »

The Omamas bloggers start a conversation about where they shop, what they buy and how they prepare dinner. Full story »

The Southeast Portland show and sale is held Mother's Day weekend each year because many of the rhodies are in bloom now. Full story »

The economics of importing natural gas are looking bleak. Financial backers are reluctant and domestic competition is coming on strong, with a proposed pipeline from Wyoming.  Full story »

The Friar Trot offers an accurate 5k, 10k, and street mile; plus an after-party with live music, stuff for the kiddos to do (what kid doesn't love getting their face painted!?) and is a fund raiser for the St. Francis school to build a new gymnasium. Full story »

Five children die from child abuse in the United States every day, according to Childhelp, a nonprofit that aims to help abuse victims. The agency offers some guidelines on recognizing child abuse and some tips on making a report.  Full story »

Beaverton's Arts & Communication Magnet Academy unveils its $11 million Performing & Visual Arts Center, which features a 400-seat main stage theater. Full story »

If your family applied for and received food stamps within the past year, The Oregonian would like to talk to you. I am interested in hearing from both current and past food stamp recipients about the program. How easy was it to qualify? What difference did food stamps make for your family? How do you view the economy today? Is... Full story »

Kenny & Zuke's will donate 20 percent of sales to the Northwest Portland school. Full story »

Enjoy National Train Day, folkloric music and more. Full story »