The season before your baby comes can be a little hectic. You’re preparing for your entire world to change, which can be stressful. Plus, pregnancy is completely exhausting, and sometimes, you barely have the energy to leave the couch. Setting aside time to get out with your partner before the baby arrives can be hard, but it’s crucial! By scheduling regular date nights throughout your pregnancy, you’ll be able to reconnect before you’re in the trenches of new parenthood. If you’ve been trying to find something to do as a last hurrah before your baby arrives, I’d love to list some of my favorite Portland date night ideas!
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4 Portland Date Night Ideas to Try As You Await the Arrival of Your Precious Little One
Helium Comedy Club
Helium Comedy Club is a space that prides itself on bringing the biggest names in comedy into a small space so you can get the most out of every set. Each act has national entertainment credits but will be within 60 feet of every audience member.
The shows typically last an hour and forty minutes. You’ll be treated to an opener, a feature, and a headliner. The club has a menu featuring delicious appetizers and cocktails/mocktails.
99w Drive-In
If you’re looking for a classic date idea, why not check out a drive-in movie? 99w Drive-In is a retro drive-in theater with some of the biggest releases.
The drive-in allows you to bring in outside snacks but has a pretty great snack bar you can check out while you’re there. The theater sells out regularly and is first come, first serve, so ensure you arrive early!
Salt & Straw
One of the best ideas for a date night is to indulge your cravings with an out-of-this-world ice cream cone. Salt & Straw started as an ice cream cart and has turned into so much more. The owners source ingredients from local farmers and artisans to deliver a fabulous product.
They’re constantly experimenting with new flavors while working with the community around them. And when you get ice cream from Salt & Straw, you can count on your dollar going to organizations such as The Trevor Project and Basic Rights Oregon. Talk about sweet!
International Rose Test Garden
Are you looking for a totally gorgeous place to stroll around after dinner for your date night? You’ll love the International Rose Test Garden. This serene spot is in Washington Park and contains over 10,000 rose bushes with over 610 varieties.
Between May and October, the roses are in bloom, making it the perfect place to go for a stroll with your partner. The garden sits on over six acres and features a grassy amphitheater where tons of couples host their wedding each year. You can hire a tour guide or allow yourself to get lost in the aisles and aisles of roses.
Portland Date Night Ideas
Newborns tend to take up all your time. If you’re trying to make the most out of pregnancy, take the time to check out some of these Portland date night ideas so you can relax before the baby arrives.
While you’re preparing for your baby, make sure you think about photographs! I’m a Portland photographer who adores planning luxurious maternity and newborn sessions to help parents make the most of every second. If you’re looking for someone who will take gorgeous pictures, I’d love to chat! Contact me today to find out more!
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Ashlie specializes in Maternity, Newborn, Child, and Family Photography. Serving the Portland, Oregon area including Lake Oswego, West Linn, Beaverton, Hillsdale, Tigard, Wilsonville, Tualatin, Vancouver, Sylvan-Brindlemile, Irvington/Grant Park, SW Hills, Multnomah Village, Cedar Mill, Bethany, Nob Hill, and Sellwood.
Welcome and thanks for stopping by and reading more about portland date night ideas. Interested in chatting about newborn photography? You’ve come to the right place. Photographing sweet tiny babes is my absolute favorite.
I believe you deserve to be pampered a bit while your baby is being photographed which is why I’ve paired with an amazing hair and make-up artist who will come to the studio to get you all glammed up for your portrait session.
Worried about what to wear? No problem. I’ve carefully curated a feminine client wardrobe for you to borrow from for your newborn session. All of the dresses in my wardrobe photograph beautifully and I have a wide variety of sizes ensuring we’ll find something that’ll fit you perfectly.
Wondering what to do with your photos after our session? Don’t worry – I’ve got you. I have a beautiful collection of heirloom quality artwork that you can choose from ensuring your photos come to life in your home and don’t get lost on your computer never to be enjoyed.
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