Seattle's Child

Seattle’s Child is your go-to resource for rediscovering your city with kids. Whether you’re looking for fun activities, dining options, or navigating the urban landscape, we’re here to help you every step of the way. Our focus is on how families adapt to city living, build connections, and engage in conversations that matter to them. Seattle’s Child captures the diverse experiences of families in the Puget Sound area. Since its inception in 1979, Seattle’s Child has been dedicated to supporting and informing local parents. The magazine is published monthly, with a combined issue for June and July. We also release special annual directories such as Baby, SummerTime, Explore, School, and FamilyPages. As a complimentary resource, you can find us at popular family spots like libraries, community centers, grocery stores, and newsstands.

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Has Medicaid helped your family?

1 week ago | seattleschild.com | Cheryl Murfin

Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed what President Donald Trump has labeled his “big beautiful bill,” which incorporates his second-term conservative agenda and billions in government cuts. The bill now moves on to the Senate. If approved there, the federal Medicaid program would be cut by $700 billion over the next decade. In Washington, nearly 1.9 million people — children and adults — are enrolled in Apple Health, the state’s Medicaid program. According to Sen.
Seattle Special Education PTSA advocates for families

1 week ago | seattleschild.com | Cheryl Murfin

Jana Parker’s journey into education advocacy began in 2017 after years of struggling to get adequate support from her eldest son’s Seattle school, following his mental health breakdown. Parker says she learned a lot about the “complicated maze” of the U.S. education system in that long process.
On Politics: News of impact to Washington families

1 week ago | seattleschild.com | Cheryl Murfin

Being a parent is nonstop hard work, which makes following all the news happening in city, state, and U.S. decision-making circles challenging. Here are highlights of Washington political news from last week (May 19-25) and a hint at what’s up this week. I hope you will consider taking action–reaching out to those who represent you and your family in Congress and state offices—on the issues of impact to families in our state.
SIFF for kids: ‘The Family Picture Show’

2 weeks ago | seattleschild.com | Cheryl Murfin

If you were to take kids to a Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF) screening only once during the festival’s 10-day in-theater run (or its one-week streaming window May 26 to June 1 on SIFF Streaming), this is the one: “The Family Picture Show.”Why? Because it’s your chance to see 12 excellent family-friendly films together all in one 88-minute sitting. That’s the length of a typical feature film, by the way.
Explore low tides with Seattle Aquarium’s Beach Naturalists

2 weeks ago | seattleschild.com | Jasmin Thankachen

Get ready for a hands-on summer adventure your family won’t forget! The Seattle Aquarium’s Beach Naturalist program returns this season, offering a unique opportunity for families to explore local shorelines during the lowest tides of the summer, with expert guides leading the way.
PEPS offers multiple events for parents this June

2 weeks ago | seattleschild.com | Cheryl Murfin

No matter what age your kids, Seattle-based PEPS wants to bring parents together to learn and connect with each other around the myriad issues, concerns and joys of parenthood. Launched 42 years ago to provide peer connection and support to parents of newborns, the organization has expanded over time to offer connection and information for parents-to-be, as well as parents of toddlers and teens.
Free summer lunches, snacks for Puget Sound families in need

2 weeks ago | seattleschild.com | Cheryl Murfin

If you or a family you know is living in Puget Sound and experiencing food insecurity, the City of Seattle, Metro Parks Tacoma, other cities, local nonprofits and a whole lot of volunteers want to help. To find a summer meal program and distribution site year you, go to United Way Free Summer Meals finder and put in your zip code and email. If you live in Seattle or Tacoma, here’s the scoop where to find meals and snacks your kids will love, for free.
Governor signs overhaul of WA parent 'Bill of Rights' into law

2 weeks ago | seattleschild.com | Cheryl Murfin

The parental “bill of rights” overhaul, one of the most divisive bills approved during this year’s Washington state legislative session, was signed by Gov. Bob Ferguson on Tuesday. The legislation stems from Initiative 2081, a citizen initiative lawmakers approved last year that granted certain rights to the parents of public school students under age 18.
'Color Book' Review: A powerful film about fatherhood and grief

2 weeks ago | seattleschild.com | Cheryl Murfin

Some films are just for kids. And there are some films kids should watch with their parents. Then there are films parents should watch without kids (young ones at least) simply to be reminded of that… thing… that makes them a parent. I don’t mean biology. There are a lot of parents out there who are not biologically related to their children.
Washington’s response to Trump education funding threats

2 weeks ago | seattleschild.com | Cheryl Murfin

No one is certain yet how federal decisions under the Trump administration will affect both budgets and policies of Washington’s public schools. But educators, parents and government officials in this Washington are tracking closely whether President Donald Trump makes good on his threats to cut funding to states that do not prove they have abandoned K-12 diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. Fear, anger and defiance have been the response here so far. The fear runs deep.