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Although there are plenty of national resources for conception, pregnancy and parenting, there was nothing that addressed the needs of families in southwest Washington and the greater Portland Metro Area. YourBabyYourWay.com strives to fill that void. As such, we encourage participation from our members in the way of blog entries, suggestions for resources, and sharing their stories. We also foster relationships with physicians and caregivers in order to bring you the most up-to-date health care information with a local perspective.

When my husband and I had trouble conceiving (admittedly, I got a late start at age 35), friends suggested that we take a vacation. I thought they were crazy, but I have to say that our son was born in early March, putting conception just about the time my husband and I took a week-long backpacking trip the previous summer. Maybe the vacation from stress was responsible, or just opportunity to spend time together away from it all.

Did you had a similar experience? Do you believe a vacation from stress and the opportunity to relax can help you conceive?  Tell us what you think.


Local registered dietician April Mitsch, MS, RD, Registered Dietitian, Southwest Washington Medical Center, has some tips to help you add more organic food to your diet even if you don't have the budget, including information on local farmers'

The Oregon Environmental Council has a wealth of information to help ensure that your baby comes home to a healthy home, including a list of ways to reduce chemicals in your household, how to find Eco-Healthy Child Care and even an Eco-Healthy Lunch Kit. If you're concerned about what toys to avoid and what toys are safe for your child, be sure to visit the healthy toys pages of HealthyStuff.org.