Sacramento Parent won BIG at the
Parenting Publications of America’s annual ceremony recognizing outstanding achievements by member parenting pubs!

Sacramento Parent took home the 2009 Gold for Best Regional Parenting Magazine!
Consider this our GINORMOUS “Thank you!” to all the local contributors and advertisers who help make us great, month after month, and to Sacramento’s smart and stylish moms and dads, who deserve the very best: the best coverage of local stories and parenting issues, great writing that’s fun to read, the latest on family fun outings, gorgeous photography, plus easy everyday solutions to your parenting predicaments.

Look at what else we won:

Gold for General Excellence
Here’s what the judges had to say about Sacramento Parent: “This publication shows it has a high standard for the writing and quality of editorial content. It is well-edited, smart and fun to read. The design and layout show that they get the attention they deserve… Editorial content goes beyond just local issues and addresses parenting concerns on a grander scale.”

Gold for Web Site Design
Judges’ comments: “SacramentoParent.com has used a simple layout to deliver a wealth of content. The use of photos is helpful and draws the eye in to additional editorial information within the site.”

Gold for Special Section within a Publication
Sacramento Parent’s Annual Special Needs Issue (August 2008)
“The abundance and variety of the material in this section comprise a strong resource for parents. Of particular strength is the practical information. The writers approached the topic of special needs students with sensitivity and compassion, while also acknowledging the diversity of opinions on what are best practices for education and health care.”

Silver for Front Cover/Glossy Original Photo
“Education and Enrichment Guide” (July 2008) Photographer: Alexandra Frankel
“The subject’s expression and body language are so natural that it’s easy to imagine her laughter. The soft background draws attention to her face. The photograph fits the theme of an Education and Enrichment Guide.”

Bronze for News Feature
“Should You Bank Your Baby’s Cord Blood?” (August 2008)
“Vivid writing brings life to a complex topic – whether to save the blood from a child’s umbilical cord for future use. A complete discussion of the topic.”

Bronze for our Green Scene column
“Which Hybrid Fits Your Family?” (April 2008), Family Matters Column category:
“Informational columns presented in a user-friendly way. The organization really helps the reader navigate, and the information is written well and compelling.”

Prizes are awarded annually, with Gold, Silver and Bronze awards going to publications within three audited circulation categories. Sacramento Parent Magazine falls in the central 30,001-54,999 category—also the most popular and arguably the most competitive category, we might add. We distribute 50,000 magazines throughout Greater Sacramento every month – and that number is regularly and independently audited by the Circulation Verification Council, in accordance with PPA standards for integrity and transparency.