Ruth Purcell, Author at Seattle's Child

Ruth Purcell

Ruth Purcell writes and recreates in West Seattle. She digs being with family and friends, wildlife (especially birds and harbor seals) gardening, and anything on the water.

UPDATE: Baby Abeo arrives at Louisville Zoo

Seattle's WPZ encourages families to visit its playful western mountain gorilla toddlers

Things to Do

Waiting for the baby gorilla at Woodland Park Zoo – A Read-Aloud!

Akenji will be a first-time mom sp she's practicing on a baby doll

Grief and Loss

Preparing a child for the death of a parent

How to talk to kids when loss of mom or dad is expected

Health

Parents in Recovery: Worth the work

Local parents share their experience + where to turn for help