North State Parent magazine

A MAGAZINE SERVING FAMILIES IN BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES SINCE 1993

North State Parent

North State Parent

North State Parent is a free, monthly publication, both digital and print, with a growing distribution. We proudly serve the North State counties of Butte, Glenn, Shasta, Siskiyou and Tehama.

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North State Mamapreneurs 2025

North State Mamaprenuers 2025 Each year, North State Parent celebrates the entrepreneurial women of the North State who have integrated their own business or side hustle into the challenging and […]

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Harvest Happenings 2025

Harvest Happenings 2025 Autumn is a wonderful time to celebrate the end of summer. All around the North State this month, families can enjoy fall season events and family farms […]

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North State Parent magazine’s comprehensive Family Resource Guide

Dear Readers, North State Parent magazine’s comprehensive Family Resource Guide is the premier source for everything and anything of interest to parents, families, educators and others who care about children […]

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Your Local United Way: United Way of Northern California

You may have heard the name — United Way of Northern California (UWNC). Maybe you’ve seen them at a community event or heard stories about lives transformed through their South […]

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Are You Camping This Summer? Be Sure to Leave No Trace!

It takes all of us to preserve the natural beauty of our wild landscapes. Teaching our children by example to leave no trace when enjoying the outdoors will help ensure […]

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April 2025

Photo by: Tracey Hedge Photography creates fresh, vibrant images that allow you and your loved ones to shine. Tracey specializes in weddings, senior portraits and family portraits, serving Northern California. […]

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Free Family Activities in the North State

Looking for fun, budget-friendly ways to enjoy time with your family? The North State offers plenty of free events perfect for all ages. From outdoor adventures to local festivals and […]

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The Benefits Of A Summer Swim Racing League In Northern California

For families in Shasta, Siskiyou, Trinity and Butte counties, summer is a time for adventure, challenge and fun in the water. One of the best ways for kids to make […]

A Year Of Healthy Living

A Year Of Healthy Living: Monthly Steps Recommended by the Environmental Working Group to Avoid Toxic Chemicals, Protect Your Health and Save Money

Many parents and families want to live a cleaner, chemical-free life. However, making sweeping changes to incorporate healthier products in your family’s life can seem daunting. But making incremental changes […]

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Grandparents & Relative Caregivers Support Group

If you are struggling to care for a child who has experienced trauma, you are not alone. Raising relative children who have experienced trauma is hard. It helps to talk […]

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How Doulas Can Help Moms and Families During and After Childbirth

According to the nonprofit doula organization, DONA International (DONA.org), “From the beginning of time, people have been cared for and nurtured during pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Family, friends and neighbors […]

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How Playing With LEGO Enhances Learning

Your children probably have LEGO bricks and building components or a similar building toy system. And you may have stepped on stray plastic components and wondered if it was really […]