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Hometown Babies: Portland

Find out why Portland is a great place to parent.

By Colleen Dowd from American Baby

  • Nathan V. Holden

    Meet the Tour Guides

    "I'd describe parents in my city as progressive and eco-conscious," says Natasha Pressler, who has a 4-year-old son, August, as well as her baby Zander. She grew up in the area and says the vibe is warm and social. "I've met lots of my friends at the playgrounds and through two mom groups I belong to." Pals aside, Pressler says living in Portland has lots of other perks.

    The guides: Natasha Pressler, 24, with Zander, 8 months

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  • Larry Geddis/Travel Portland

    Take a Hike!

    There's easy access to stunning Mt. Hood.

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  • Bryan McCay

    Enviable Employer

    gDiapers is based here; on-site child care and flex hours make it an enviable employer. (Dress, $30; pants, $20; gDiapers.com)

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  • Amy Nieto Photography

    Locally Grown

    "I try to buy my produce at a farmers' market because it's all grown locally and so fresh," Pressler says. "Oregon strawberries are the best. Yum!"

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  • Portland Parks & Recreation

    Get Moving

    "On dry days, I like to exercise outside. I hike in Forest Park or jog along the water," Pressler says. "If there's rain, I dance at Diva Den, a women's gym that offers free child care."

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  • Courtesy of Posh Baby

    Reserved Seating

    Clek's Foonf, a convertible car seat that's recyclable, isn't out till June, but one Portland baby boutique is swamped with preorders. ($500; PoshBaby.com)

    This fun Julius print sure beats beige!

    Originally published in the April 2012 issue of American Baby magazine.

    This piece was accurate at publication time, but all prices, offerings and availabilities are subject to change. Please contact each hotel and attraction for up-to-date rates and information before taking your trip.

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