What parents should know about the conflicting news on school food
January 27, 2012 – 7:00 am | 2 Comments

The very same week we learned about the push to ban trans fats from Colorado school food, both at lunch and in before- and after-school snacks, another study asserted that junk food in school vending machines has no impact on students’ weight or obesity levels.
It’s confusing. Kind like all the conflicting studies about coffee [...]

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DVD Review: The Jumpitz Celebrate Animals!
August 15, 2009 – 12:01 am | Comments Off
DVD Review: The Jumpitz Celebrate Animals!

Claire and I had the opportunity to check out The Jumpitz Celebrate Animals! DVD. This DVD centers around The Jumpitz, a group of five friends: Jake, Josh, Emily, Mari and Nathan. Through their songs and dances, they teach wonderful messages. Joining them in their antics are two full-sized stuffed creatures: [...]

The Power of Words: A Commentary on the Delayed Vaccine Schedule
August 14, 2009 – 12:10 am | 27 Comments
The Power of Words: A Commentary on the Delayed Vaccine Schedule

Guest blogger Dr. Steve Perry is a pediatrician at Cherry Creek Pediatrics in Denver and co-chair of the Colorado Children’s Immunization Coalition’s Policy Committee.
I recently read a post by Dr. Bob Sears on his website that listed several “Vaccine Friendly Doctors” in Colorado and across the nation. His article can be viewed here.
As [...]

10 Reasons Work at Home Moms should be on Twitter
August 14, 2009 – 12:01 am | 4 Comments
10 Reasons Work at Home Moms should be on Twitter

Thanks to Christie Ingram for this informative post on Twitter. Christie is a new mom and now a work at home mom.  She blogs about being a WAHM and productivity tips and tricks at WAHM Hacks and can also be heard on Work at Home Moms Talk Radio. You can follow Christie at http://twitter.com/ChristieIngram
If [...]

Mamas’ Weekly Event Round-up
August 14, 2009 – 12:01 am | Comments Off
SunstockRev

Littleton’s Western Welcome Week and the Wheat Ridge Carnation Festival both wrap up this weekend. Parades and fireworks, food and fun! Or, if you’re heading up to Boulder, visit the Boulder Asian Festival on the Pearl Street Mall. If you’re downtown, check out the SunStock Festival at Skyline Park. A full day of music, benefitting [...]

Select Hospitals to Distribute Discharge Bag for Breastfeeding Moms
August 13, 2009 – 12:00 am | 6 Comments
Select Hospitals to Distribute Discharge Bag for Breastfeeding Moms

Kudos to Denver Health Medical Center!
For years, new moms have been handed a gift bag full of formula samples upon leaving the hospital with their newborns. Last week, a long-awaited alternative arrived for moms who are looking for nursing support. The breastfeeding-friendly version of the discharge bag, called the Healthy Baby Bounty Bag, will be [...]

Building a Community
August 12, 2009 – 12:01 am | Comments Off
Building a Community

If you’re reading this, you’ve found us online, and you probably realize that Mile High Mamas is THE place for Colorado moms to receive news on the hottest giveaways, blogs, discussions and events.
But…did you know that we’re also building our online community in other cyberspace locales?
One of the most popular hangouts these days is Facebook. [...]

Colorado Children’s Consignment Sale Fall Schedule
August 11, 2009 – 12:08 am | Comments Off
Colorado Children’s Consignment Sale Fall Schedule

Back-to-school shopping does not have to break the bank. That’s why Colorado’s children’s consignment sales are a fantastic solution for saving money.
For those not in the know, these semi-annual consignment extravaganzas feature children’s clothing from newborn to size 12, maternity clothing, car seats, cribs, bedding, feeding supplies, high chairs, potty chairs, bouncy chairs, swings, strollers, [...]

A camping essential
August 11, 2009 – 12:01 am | 10 Comments
A camping essential

With summer winding down, we’re trying to take advantage of the wonderful camping Colorado has to offer.  A couple of weekends ago, we went on an overnight camping trip. How did it go? Well, the short and sweet answer: Awesome!
But…
You’ll probably wonder what’s wrong with me after you read the long answer…
It [...]

Dude Ranching with the Family at Devil’s Thumb Ranch
August 9, 2009 – 7:00 am | 15 Comments
Dude Ranching with the Family at Devil’s Thumb Ranch

Confession: I’m not a horse lover but there is something almost enchanting about a dude ranch. It’s the fabled Western experience come to life with unsullied ranchland, campfire sing-alongs, yer very own fishing hole and, of course, cowboys in chaps.
Devil’s Thumb Ranch has it all and was my choice for Best Dude Ranch for families [...]

Review: In An Instant – Heidi Klum’s Skin Care Line
August 8, 2009 – 12:01 am | Comments Off
Review:  In An Instant – Heidi Klum’s Skin Care Line

This innovative skin care system, developed with cutting-edge ingredients instantly reduces the appearance of wrinkles, large pores and skin imperfections while building benefits over time with continued use.
One application, instant results!
You can visit the website and they show you how to apply everything.
I had the honors of trying out this new skincare line, In An [...]