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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Great Apps For Busy Parents
July 2, 2011 – 9:00 am | 6 Comments
Great Apps For Busy Parents

Whether you have 1 child or 10 children, life can get incredibly busy. Trying to keep up with everything can be overwhelming at best. I’ve assembled a list of some of my favorite apps (most of which I have reviewed on my website) that help me to keep things organized, sane and even fun on [...]

It’s yard-sale season: Here are some tips from a pro
July 2, 2011 – 7:00 am | One Comment
It’s yard-sale season: Here are some tips from a pro

What is the one way you can make money and clear clutter at the same time? Have a yard sale or garage sale. Not just any sale but one that will clean out your home and fill up your bank account.
When I was 7, my mom helped me with my first garage sale. Back then, [...]

Mama Drama: Decrease Packing Pressure
July 1, 2011 – 7:00 am | 2 Comments
Mama Drama: Decrease Packing Pressure

Dear Mama Drama:
Every time we travel, even for a weekend, I find myself stressed and short-tempered by the time we pull out of the driveway. I’m always running around packing everything and the rest of the family is waiting on me to get it done. There are so many details to keep track of that [...]

Win a 50-minute Sea Water Facial From The Spa at Inverness!
July 1, 2011 – 7:00 am | Comments Off
Win a 50-minute Sea Water Facial From The Spa at Inverness!

With the kids on the rampage this summer, what mom wouldn’t love some time for herself? The Spa at The Inverness is here to help.
This award-winning spa is giving away a 50-minute Sea Water Pearl Facial to one lucky Denver mom. The new luxurious Phytomer facial is designed to infuse the skin with ultra-moisturizing marine [...]