We are delighted to have you here with us for our 2021 edition of Bloom, a virtual event for new and expecting parents! We hope you enjoy the day of helpful videos, curated resources, amazing giveaways, and more!

Bloom is not possible without our amazing partners, and we are so grateful for their support. Each business or organization featured in this event offers support and guidance to Portland-area moms and moms-to-be. We are so excited to introduce them to you! We’d especially like to thank our Presenting Sponsors, Dr. Angela Potter and Clackamas and Oregon Pediatrics.

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with the event’s agenda, how to enter our incredible giveaways, and get details on our happy hour meet-and-greet for ticket holders. As the event is entirely virtual, you can access all the content and resources year-round (with the exception of the happy hour event), but keep in mind that all giveaways will close on Sunday, November 7 at 5:00pm.

Bloom content will be free and available to all thanks to our sponsors. However, only ticket holders will have access to the virtual happy hour, receive an amazing swag bag, and be eligible to win the awesome giveaways. Tickets are limited so pick up yours before they sell out!

Update 10/30: Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors, we are now able to offer FREE tickets to our first 50 attendees. That means you get a complimentary swag bag stuffed with goodies, delivered to your door, access to $1,000+ in giveaways, and the opportunity to join our happy hour meet-n-greet — all for FREE!

Below you will find more information on the topics we will be discussing on our Facebook page, the giveaways we will share, and some of the swag bag items you will receive. Follow along on our Instagram stories to get a sneak-peek at the goodies up for grabs!

Dr. Angela Potter

Busy and Burnt-Out? 3 Proven Health Techniques to Bring More Happiness and Health

Have you ever been awake at 3am with your baby screaming and you start thinking, “should I be a mother?”

Pregnancy is not the hardest part. For many mothers, the healing process after birth is more difficult than both pregnancy and the birth experience combined. Expectations of a mother healing quickly after birth are frequently unrealistic for modern mothers leading to anxiety, frustration and enormous stress. It doesn’t have to be this way.

In this workshop you will learn,
● How to stay grounded and avoid burn-out even when you are waking up multiple times a night or balancing work with parenthood.
● 3 simple wellness techniques that will help jump-start your health even as a busy parent.
● Strategic ways to help reduce stress and improve energy.

Dr. Laura Hendricks
Clackamas and Oregon Pediatrics

Newborn Care for New Parents

What? They let me bring this baby home? 

Your pediatrician is your partner in your baby’s health, and they can connect you with other specialists along the way. Learn what to expect in the early days of babyhood and important milestones for babies in the first year. Get expert advice from Dr. Laura Hendricks about how to stay on schedule with your child’s regular visits, ways to prepare for your baby’s medical care, common things that parents encounter with newborns, and where to turn for help when you need it

Dr. Lisa Jewell
Jewell Chiropractic

How to Achieve Your Best Birth and Postpartum Recovery

The importance and benefits of chiropractic care and pelvic floor/core rehab for optimal birth experience and postpartum recovery.

• Webster technique and the benefits of balancing the pelvis during pregnancy
• Safe and beneficial exercises and movements for birth prep
• How to prepare your pelvic floor for a vaginal delivery
• The importance of rest postpartum
• How to return safely to exercise and prevent organ prolapse now and for your future self

Sarah Longwell
Bridgetown Baby

How to Prepare for Infant Feeding and Where to Turn for Help

Eating and sleeping is a lot of baby’s early days. Sarah Longwell shares with us some of the important things to know to best prepare when it comes to meeting your baby’s feeding needs. We discuss:

• How can parents prepare today for baby’s arrival?
  
• What are some of the biggest hurdles parents face when feeding infants?
  
• What are some ways a partner can step in to help a breastfeeding mother?
  
• Where can parents go if they have questions or difficulties and how do these services work?

Marie-Eve Gagnon
Slumbertime Solutions

5 Things Parents Need to Know for Better Sleep in the First Five Months

Baby sleep is confusing, challenging and ever changing! In this video, we will 5 things you need to know to encourage healthy sleep from the beginning to support your baby’s sleep while maximizing your own sleep.

• What are the basics of sleep?
• What does a good sleep environment look like?
• Why are routines important?
• How do baby’s rhythms work and how do you get to know them?

Merriah Fairchild
Bridgetown Baby

Postpartum Doulas in the Pandemic Era: How Is the Postpartum Experience the Same and How Is It Different?

Birthing and postpartum doulas can be lifesavers, and they can take on a variety of roles. In this interview, we specifically discuss the role of postpartum doulas and how it has shifted (and also remained the same) during the pandemic. We cover:

• What is the role of a postpartum doula?
  
• Postpartum needs vary wildly, but there are some that are a bit more unique to families bringing home babies in the pandemic. What are some of the ways families can prepare?
• How has COVID changing the birthing and postpartum experience?
  
• What are some things that people overlook when preparing to bring home baby?

Katie LaBonte
Connect Play Grow

The Fourth Trimester: What Is It and Three Ways to Prepare

The 4th trimester is a time of incredible growth and change for both the baby and the mother. This period is incredibly important for brain development, attachment and bonding, and for settling into new family roles and routines. This is a season of big changes and big emotions and, while there is a lot to celebrate, there can also be a lot that is challenging and unexpected.

Listen in for three quick and easy ways to prepare your mental and emotional space for this life transition and don’t forget to print your .pdf after!

Northwest Mother’s
Milk Bank

Learn More About the Importance of Milk Banking

What is a community milk bank, why is it needed, and is the work of Northwest Mother’s Milk Bank so important for new families. Learn more about how you can be involved!

Munchkin’s mission is to be the most LOVED baby lifestyle brand in the world. At Munchkin, Inc. we believe there is no room in our world, our communities, or our company for actions, words, symbols or any other means of communication that directly or indirectly promote or convey HATE. In addition to their beloved travel, feeding, and safety products and accessories, Munchkin also produces of StrollerCoaster, a popular parenting podcast hosted by Faith Salie.

Giveaway: Mega-Pack! 1 Nursery & Toy UV Sterilizer Bag, 1 Bath Beats Gift Set, 1 WildLove Miracle Cups 2PK, 1 Nibbles & Giggles Gift Set

Jackie Kirihara, ND is a Naturopathic Doctor & Midwife practicing in Portland, Oregon. Beholden Natural Medicine is a primary & adjunctive care practice focused on providing patient-centered and family-based services for health and healing.

Giveaway: Tincture For Immediate Postpartum
An herbal blend to support the initial recovery from labor & delivery.

From medical to behavioral services, Clackamas and Oregon Pediatrics is a “one-stop” solution to keeping your little one healthy physically and mentally. With the goal of “healthy starts for healthy lifetimes,” they provide specialized attention to each family to receive the support, resources and care they deserve. 

Giveaway: Multiple multi-packs! Awesome bag full of water bottle, hand sanitizer keychain, onesie, baby bib, and more!

Black+Decker’s ultra-lightweight Stick Vacuum with 3-in-1 versatility is perfect for quickly cleaning everyday messes on multiple surfaces. This powerful, efficient and affordable vacuum is ideal for anyone and everyone including first time homeowners, pet owners, college students and as a second vacuum in the home for fast and convenient clean-up.

Slumbertime Solutions provides online classes, classes, and sleep consultations to help families get the sleep they need. For seven years, Slumbertime Solutions has been Portland’s premier sleep consulting service.
Giveaway: one 60-minute one-on-one sleep consultation ($120 value)

pediped® Footwear was founded in 2005 by Angela and Brian Edgeworth in their quest for the perfect soft-soled shoe for their first daughter. Exceptional quality, unsurpassed comfort and distinctive styling have made the award winning company the fastest-growing children’s footwear brand in the United States.
Giveaway: one pair of their soft-soled shoes (may not match image).

GoSili is dedicated to building a social movement away from toxic and unsustainable plastic wares by providing the alternative to them.
Giveaway: Assorted group of goSili items for baby/toddler feeding (placemat, spoons, bowl and plate and bib)

Melbourne, Australia-based ergoPouch was founded in 2009 by Alina Sack.  As a mother, Sack drew on her own personal experiences of sleep deprivation to come up with innovative products designed to help babies and kids get a better night’s sleep.  The award-winning ergoPouch collection includes premium quality baby swaddles, sleeping bags, sleep suits and pajamas available from birth to 6 years of age sizing.  All ergoPouch products are made with natural fibers including Organic Cotton and Bamboo. ergoPouch products offer great functionality and versatility with swaddles that can easily transition to a sleeping bag and sleep suits that convert from bags to suits with legs for easy use from bassinet to stroller.
Giveaway: one ergoPouch Sleep Suit Bag

Bridgetown Baby is Portland’s premier postpartum doula group. They specialize in comprehensive postpartum care to help families grow with strength & confidence. They lovingly serve all families.
Giveaway: One (1) 4-hour Daytime Postpartum Doula Visit ($200 value)

Bridgetown Baby is Portland’s premier postpartum doula group. They specialize in comprehensive postpartum care to help families grow with strength & confidence. They lovingly serve all families.
Giveaway: One (1) 4-hour Daytime Postpartum Doula Visit ($200 value)

The Evenflo Feeding Balance + Wide Gift Set is the perfect gift for a new or expecting mom! Developed with Pediatric Feeding Specialists, the Balance + Wide Bottle features a unique, naturally-sloped nipple, helping to promote a healthy wide latch for baby. 
Giveaway: The Balance + Wide Gift Set Includes: (2) 5 oz. Balance + Wide Bottles, (2) 9 oz. Balance + Wide Bottles, (1) Soft-Flo Trainer Cup, (1) Balance + Cylindrical Pacifier, (1) Soother.

The Lulla Owl is a soother and sleep companion for the smallest babies and also great on the go. Lulla Owl is inspired by scientific research and based on the design of the Lulla doll, which is multi-awarded and loved by parents and children all over the world. It imitates closeness to a caregiver with its soft feel and 24-hour soothing sounds of real-life breathing and heartbeat, offering continuous comfort and support.

Connect Play Grow guides moms through the postpartum experience through individualized and group sessions.
Giveaway: One gift certificate worth $150, valid toward registration in an 8-week Mom & Baby Group or for (1) one-on-one mama coaching session.

Dr. Potter’s Vibrant Health Program is designed to help you achieve a better mood, more energy, a stronger body and vibrant health, everyday, regardless of your work-life demands. She specializes in postpartum recovery and health.
Giveaway: one-year subscription to Dr. Potter’s wellness magazine! Each bi-monthly magazine is chock-full of recipes, lifestyle and wellness tips that are easy and fun to implement