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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I’m making a list and checking it twice.
November 12, 2009 – 12:01 am | 17 Comments
I’m making a list and checking it twice.

It’s that time of year again! Barely two weeks ago, sleigh-bells were ringing; were you listening? In the lane, snow was glistening, and it was a beautiful sight! Because this is beautiful Colorado, of course, it was in the 70s right after that.
Still, we know that Winter is just around the corner, [...]

Daily Deal-Save on Thanksgiving Dinner
November 12, 2009 – 12:01 am | Comments Off
Daily Deal-Save on Thanksgiving Dinner

This week I thought I’d share a few tips on how to save a little on Thanksgiving dinner. 
We all know the holidays can be kind of stressful.  Keep things simple and plan ahead with these tips:
1. Make your own food. It’s so expensive to have someone else cook for you(although it’s one less thing to [...]

Weekly Event Round-up: A Caberet, Wings & Strings, other musical adventures and more!
November 11, 2009 – 11:23 am | Comments Off
Weekly Event Round-up:  A Caberet, Wings & Strings, other musical adventures and more!

In the Denver area and looking for some fun things to do with your family this weekend? The Mile High Mamas’ weekly event round-up has a little something for everyone!
Saturday. Lannie’s Clocktower Cabaret is usually an adults-only kind of place, but kids are taking over for “Chad Allen’s Magic Matinee.” A member of the [...]

Veterans’ Day Events
November 11, 2009 – 11:06 am | Comments Off
Veterans’ Day Events

Wednesday Nov. 11

US Veterans who have served in wars from World War II to the War on Terror will take part in a panel discussion at noon at Aims Community College, 5401 W. 20th St., Greeley. “Journeys of Veterans in Foreign Lands,” will include a demonstration and tasting of selected MREs or Meals Ready to [...]

Win a Family Four-Pack of Tickets to Disney on Ice!
November 11, 2009 – 10:47 am | Comments Off
Win a Family Four-Pack of Tickets to Disney on Ice!

**CONTEST CLOSED. CONGRATULATIONS TO WINNER AMY SCHILLER!**
Christmas is coming early for Denver children!
Disney on Ice will be in town and there will be Worlds of Fantasy to experience.
What I love about this new production: it features performances that my son and daughter will enjoy. Thrill in high-speed stunts as Lightning McQueen, Mater and the [...]

Daily Deal-Free Admission to Denver Zoo
November 11, 2009 – 12:01 am | Comments Off
Daily Deal-Free Admission to Denver Zoo

Two free days in one week!  How cool is that?
The Denver Zoo has free admission from 10am to 4pm again today!  Enjoy a fun day out with your little ones.  Hopefully it won’t be crowded since it’s a weekday.
Other Veteran’s Day Freebies/Events
Printable coupons for Thanksgiving Feast
 Have a great deal?  Email me!
danielle at milehighmamas dot com
Twitter [...]

Getting a Kick in the Priorities
November 11, 2009 – 12:01 am | 4 Comments
Getting a Kick in the Priorities

Guest blogger Janalee Card Chmel is co-owner of MA! motherhood with attitude and is a Denver-based freelance writer. She was shocked at the age of 40 to find out she was pregnant. Follow her journey each month.
I am just finishing Week 28 of my surprise pregnancy, which means I have about 11 weeks to go [...]

Magic Lantern..Lighting the Path to Literacy!
November 11, 2009 – 12:00 am | Comments Off
Magic Lantern..Lighting the Path to Literacy!

I have been working with a great lady that creates wonderful writing products for our children.   The name of her company is Magic Lantern.  These products are geared towards helping our kiddos get excited about literacy.  As we know, it can be hard to find products that excite kids about reading and learning in general.  The [...]

Class acts for creative families: Fun Family Classes!
November 10, 2009 – 12:01 am | Comments Off
Class acts for creative families: Fun Family Classes!

Theresa Nuber can’t sing. Fortunately, her duet partner hasn’t noticed.
Every Thursday morning, Nuber and her 18-month-old daughter, Eva, attend The Music Train, a family music class in their neighborhood.
From sign language to tumbling, family classes aren’t just for Type-A competitive parents. Some stay-at-home moms relish the social benefits of a scheduled group activity, and working [...]

Daily Deal-Build A Bear Coupons
November 10, 2009 – 12:01 am | Comments Off
Daily Deal-Build A Bear Coupons

We have yet to Build A Bear with my son.  I think it’s a great thing for him to do with grandparents or for something special.  These coupons could possibly sway me in there sooner than I ever thought!  It could be a cute thing for my 2 year old to do for his baby [...]