Baby Bonanza! FREE Educational Event for New and Expecting Parents

Schedule

Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am to 11:00 am

UTC-07:00

Location

Pediatric Associates of the Northwest | Portland, OR

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New and expecting parents, come learn all the baby basics and get your questions answered at this fun, free event!
About this Event

Welcoming a new baby can be an exciting and stressful time. Pediatric Associates of the Northwest recognizes the mix of emotions involved with becoming a parent. That’s why we're thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Baby Bonanza to learn the essential skills to navigate life with your newborn.

Register now for this unique opportunity for new and expectant parents to gather knowledge, gain insights, and connect with expert pediatricians, nurse practitioners, pediatric psychologists, and a lactation consultant, all in a fun and informal community setting.

Baby Bonanza is FREE, open to the community, everyone is invited, and we are stroller-friendly!


What You Can Expect

Make your way to the 2nd Floor Atrium to visit each station and take as long as you want to ask your questions and meet our providers. Our team of dedicated professionals will guide you through the essential aspects of parenting a newborn. From practical tips to nurturing advice, we've got you covered. Check out the agenda for topics.

  • What To Expect In The Hospital: and Going to the hospital can feel daunting and confusing. It’s all so new and out-of-control feeling! We’ll share what to expect when you’re there—from life in the maternity ward to common testing and protocols hospitals use to keep your little one safe—and when you’re ready to head home.
  • Newborn Care: Let us teach you all the baby basics and answer your newborn care questions. Bathing, nail trimming, diaper rash prevention, and essential gear? We know all about it!!
  • What To Expect In Your Baby’s First Few Months: and Babies change constantly when they’re newborns, and not all babies meet their milestones at the same time. Find out what pediatricians watch for when it comes to baby development, and how you can help your little newborn thrive! You’ll also learn about upcoming Well Child Check appointments and our approach to immunizations.
  • Breastfeeding and Infant Feeding: Feeding your baby is a journey that takes patience, perspective, and a whole lot of learning. We’re ready to give you the inside scoop on how to optimize your feeding experience—whether it’s breastfeeding or bottle-feeding—to keep you and your baby healthy, safe, and comfortable. Get to know our compassionate, judgement-free philosophy!
  • Common Illnesses, What to Worry About and What NOT to Worry About When You Have A New Baby: and Even the tiniest sigh, sneeze, or rash can send a new parent into a tailspin. We’re here to reassure you about normal things new babies do, and to let you know about a few red flags that SHOULD draw your attention.
  • Newborn Sleep: and Newborn sleep can seem like a complete conundrum but our providers are ready to set you up for success from day one with tips on sleep hygiene, sleep schedules, safe swaddling, realistic expectations, and the link between a solid feeding plan and quality rest for your little one.
  • Soothing and Connecting With Your Baby and Their Siblings: and When a baby comes into the world, they join a bigger community of siblings and family members. You’ll glean all kinds of information from our expert behavioral health team about how to soothe and connect with your new baby, but also with siblings and extended family, during this transition.
  • Parental Wellness and Postpartum Adjustment: Taking care of yourself is just as critical as taking care of your baby in what experts call The Fourth Trimester—the three months or so after a baby is born. Learn more about preventative ways to protect your mental health postnatally, including connecting with community resources like .
  • Car Seat Safety and CPR: Child Injury Prevention Program – From car seat safety and CPR to home safety, gain practical knowledge to keep your baby secure.
  • Caring for Baby’s First Teeth: – Tiny Teeth, Big Smiles! Learn how to support your baby’s growing smile from the very beginning. We’ll cover what to expect during teething, when and how to start brushing baby teeth, guidance on thumb-sucking and pacifiers, and when to schedule your baby’s first dental visit.
  • Birth Preparation and Postpartum Recovery: – Pregnancy, labor, and delivery can take a major toll on the body. We’ll cover how to manage pregnancy-related discomfort, preparing your body for birth, common postpartum conditions, and effective healing strategies for your recovery.


Refreshments

Enjoy a variety of breakfast treats, snacks, and drinks while you learn and celebrate this exciting time!


Prizes

Every family who attends will receive a swag bag with passes to the Columbia Sportswear Employee Store and Adidas Employee Store, a gift card for a free cupcake from Cake Hoopla, and PANW swag. You’ll also have the chance to win raffle prizes from community partners, including:

  • Free Petite Family Photo Session with Ashlie Behm Photography
  • Membership to The Carry App for prenatal and postpartum yoga and meditation
  • Gift cards from Roseline Coffee


Register for free to Save Your Spot

Don't miss out on this incredible event! Mark your calendars and get ready for a day of pure joy at Baby Bonanza.




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Agenda
What To Expect In The Hospital
Host: Jeanette Haughton, CPNP-PC

Info: Going to the hospital can feel daunting and confusing. It’s all so new and out-of-control feeling! Here’s what to expect when you’re there—from life in the maternity ward to common testing and protocols hospitals use to keep your little one safe—and when you’re ready to head home. You'll also learn about upcoming Well Child Check appointments and our approach to immunizations.


Breastfeeding and Infant Feeding
Host: Katie Kennedy, RN, IBCLC

Info: Feeding your baby is a journey that takes patience, perspective, and a whole lot of learning. We’re ready to give you the inside scoop on how to optimize your feeding experience—whether it's breastfeeding or bottle-feeding—to keep you and your baby healthy, safe, and comfortable. Get to know our compassionate, judgement-free philosophy!


Newborn Care
Host: Dr. Heather Larson

Info: Let us teach you all the baby basics and answer your newborn care questions. Bathing, nail trimming, diaper rash prevention, and essential gear? We know all about it!!


Common Illnesses: What To Worry About and What NOT to Worry About
Host: Dr. Bruce Birk

Info: Even the tiniest sigh, sneeze, or rash can send a new parent into a tailspin. We’re here to reassure you about normal things new babies do, and to let you know about a few red flags that SHOULD draw your attention.


Newborn Sleep Strategies
Host: Dr. Kayla Buker

Info: Newborn sleep can seem like a complete conundrum but our providers are ready to set you up for success from day one with tips on sleep hygiene, sleep schedules, safe swaddling, realistic expectations, and the link between a solid feeding plan and quality rest for your little one.


What To Expect In Your Baby's First Few Months
Host: Dr. Ryan Hassan

Info: Babies change constantly when they’re newborns, and not all babies meet their milestones at the same time. Find out what pediatricians watch for when it comes to baby development, and how you can help your little newborn thrive! You'll also learn about upcoming Well Child Check appointments and our approach to immunizations.


Parental Wellness and Postpartum Adjustment
Host: Dr. Claire Ruggeri

Info: Taking care of yourself is just as critical as taking care of your baby in what experts call The Fourth Trimester—the three months or so after a baby is born. Learn more about preventative ways to protect your mental health postnatally, including connecting with community resources like Baby Blues Connection.


Soothing and Connecting With Your Baby and Their Siblings
Host: Dr. Alex Cross-Knorr

Info: When a baby comes into the world, they join a bigger community of siblings and family members. You’ll glean all kinds of information from our expert behavioral health team about how to soothe and connect with your new baby, but also with siblings and extended family, during this transition.


Car Seat Safety & CPR
Host: Randall Children's Hospital's Child Injury Prevention

Info: From car seat safety and CPR to home safety, gain practical knowledge to keep your baby secure.


Caring for Baby’s First Teeth
Host: Portland Children’s Dentistry

Info: Tiny Teeth, Big Smiles! Learn how to support your baby’s growing smile from the very beginning. We’ll cover what to expect during teething, when and how to start brushing baby teeth, guidance on thumb-sucking and pacifiers, and when to schedule your baby’s first dental visit.


Birth Preparation and Postpartum Recovery
Host: Mendwell Health

Info: Pregnancy, labor, and delivery can take a major toll on the body. We’ll cover how to manage pregnancy-related discomfort, preparing your body for birth, common postpartum conditions, and effective healing strategies for your recovery.


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