After the shock and excitement of discovering that you are bringing a new life into the world, you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed as you take in everything you need to do to prepare for your child’s arrival—including deciding where and how you want to give birth. There are several birthing options available for expectant […]
Annette Benedetti
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10 spots to take the family in Central Oregon
Central Oregon is a giant playground for active adults, but there’s plenty for kids to do, too. Here’s where adventure-loving tykes—and parents—are guaranteed to up the fun-factor in any family outing.
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Out with the Kids
10 spots to take the family in Central Oregon
Central Oregon is a giant playground for active adults, but there’s plenty for kids to do, too. Here’s where adventure-loving tykes—and parents—are guaranteed to up the fun-factor in any family outing.
Posted inBend Nest
Stepping Up Sexual Abuse Prevention Measures
Erin’s Law keeps Bend-La Pine School District’s kids safe
With stories of gun violence in schools splashed across the Internet, newspapers and television screens, it is hard to escape the feeling that you are alone in the effort to protect your children—especially when they are not in your care. While the debate over gun control and school safety rages on, there is news to […]
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Mom Hacks
What she really wants for the best Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is right around the corner and families are about to scour the local shops for the prettiest potted plants, best chocolates and the sparkliest jewelry out there. But before you go adding to mom’s chores with more greenery to keep alive or ruining her diet with a sugary gift, consider giving her what […]
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On the Ascent
She Moves Mountains—part of the Outdoor Women’s Fest and Bend Women’s March—empowers women in climbing
“See a need, fill a need” seems like a common sense approach to starting a new business. Yet Lizzie VanPatten, co-founder of She Moves Mountains, knew it would take more than her belief in the need for better female representation in the climbing world to get her passion project off the ground. Given the chance, […]
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Why Leave?
Find romance with these staycations
You’re in love and you live in one of the most beautiful places on earth—so really, you don’t need to go anywhere to get the type of getaway you and your partner deserve. Check out these romantic staycations this V-Day. Unplugged! For the outdoors couple If your love intensifies when cutting through snowdrifts or hiking […]
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Keeping ‘Happily Ever After’ Hot
Tips for long-term love
It wasn’t luck that during your senior year of college, the person capable of igniting your passion sat next to you in class. It was divine intervention that brought you and your true love—no—your soul mate, together. The years have passed since the first time your eyes locked in a long, lusty gaze. You’ve bought […]
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Rituals and Rites of Passage:
Coming of Age in Today’s Society
The first 13 years of your child’s life fly by. Information on the many milestones that will be met in those early years is abundant keeping parents well educated and feeling “in the know.” Unfortunately, as children draw closer to adolescence, the gush of advice on what to expect and how to prepare slows to […]
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Bringing Diversity Home
How to Celebrate Black History Year-round
Take a moment to walk around your house. Look through the books on the bookshelves, take a peek in your pantry, and peruse the music and movies saved in your home entertainment system. How many cultures are represented in your household? Step back and expand your perspective. Consider all of the environments where your children […]
