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Mama Drama: Potty Training On The Go
September 3, 2010 – 7:00 am | No Comment

Dear Mama Drama:
My two year old is potty training and has moved into wearing “big girl panties.” I am freaked out about taking her out of the house because I’m afraid she’ll have an accident and will become too discouraged. How can I take her out and help her to be successful?
~ Stuck in the [...]

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“Ask Amber” – Insights into the non-domestic world
February 29, 2008 – 12:18 am | 23 Comments

My domestic prowess has been put into question lately. Even though I will not go anywhere near a sewing machine or ironing board, I excel in the kitchen.
Usually.
Ask Amber How to Burn Noodles
I am glad you asked this question because it is very rare that one is able to accomplish such a [...]

Charity (and Saving) Starts At Home
February 28, 2008 – 12:32 am | 3 Comments

Carrying on a tradition from Bryan’s grandmother, Declan’s Grandma has been sending him cards with bits of cash in them for the past year or so. Lately, it’s been 5 dollars since Declan is, well, 5 years old. The only problem with this is now every time Declan gets anything in the mail – he [...]

Win two tickets to ski Keystone!
February 27, 2008 – 12:20 am | Comments Off

Got cute kids? They could land you on the slopes! Summit Cove, a family-friendly condo rental company in Keystone, is offering two tickets to ski Keystone Resort. And all we need is a picture of your little cutie!
Cheri Reesburgh is an avid Mile High Mamas reader and manages Summit Cove with her [...]

Men in tights and the women who watch them
February 26, 2008 – 12:48 am | 8 Comments

When Nini, my sister-in-law, and I stepped off the elevator and into the crowd at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, we didn’t know which way to go.
We had just left my car on the eighth floor roof of the parking garage. The fact I had to drive up the equivalent of the [...]

Postcards from the Edge (of the potty seat)
February 25, 2008 – 12:05 am | 23 Comments

After 3 years and 9 months, I can almost say that Hurricane Hadley is potty trained. If you are thinking, “Oh, great. Another potty training post. My kids have been trained for years and what does this have to do with me?”
It has everything to do with you…and the rest of mankind. Studies have [...]

Pigs Over Colorado Book Giveaway!
February 24, 2008 – 12:31 am | Comments Off

Congratulations to Karen J., winner of our pendant and earrings giveaway!
I am always eager to support local entrepreneurs but Kerry MacLean took her ideas to a new level by writing award-winning children’s books about Colorado. Join us for a fun Q&A and enter to win two of her books, the perfect gift for any [...]

Mama Blogger of the Month!
February 22, 2008 – 12:35 am | 9 Comments

Each month, Mile High Mamas will feature a different mama blogger from our blogroll (our listing of Colorado’s hottest mom blogs). We have chosen Amy from Crunchy Domestic Goddess for our latest spotlight. Amy is a fascinating mama who is a firm believer in green living and natural birthing.

1) What is the history behind the [...]