Charmed by Snakes at The Denver Museum of Nature and Science
February 7, 2012 – 7:00 am | 7 Comments

There’s a zoo at The Denver Museum of Nature and Science.
But it’s not lunchtime in the atrium or the parking lot on a free day. 60 creepy, slithery, and totally fascinating creatures have been collected into one fun-filled new exhibit called Lizards and Snakes. Recently, our family spent an evening getting to know the critters [...]

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Powerhouse Highlands Mommies Offer Fun Events & Advice on Building Community
March 24, 2011 – 7:00 am | 3 Comments
Powerhouse Highlands Mommies Offer Fun Events & Advice on Building Community

Powerhouse group Highlands Mommies will be our newest monthly contributor. See how they are making a positive (and important) impact in their community and learn how to do the same in your neighborhood.

Tips for Surviving the Dreaded “Mommy Clique” (and share your own stories)
December 6, 2010 – 7:00 am | No Comment
Tips for Surviving the Dreaded “Mommy Clique” (and share your own stories)

Now that my kids have been in school for a few months, they are adjusting to an entirely new social hierarchy. Fortunately, they’re still young enough that friendship prerequisites center around if their peers are nice or if they have the same taste in clothes.
The latter was illustrated on the first day of school when [...]

Mama Drama: Stay at Home Success
December 3, 2010 – 7:00 am | 9 Comments
Mama Drama: Stay at Home Success

Dear Mama Drama:
We have recently adopted a three-year-old twins. I am fortunate to be able to stay home to help them adjust to our family and bond with us.
I love children and am thrilled to finally have two of my own, but I have little experience with keeping them busy for an entire day. [...]

Mama Drama: Brotherly Love and Playgroup Problems
November 6, 2009 – 12:01 am | 3 Comments
Mama Drama: Brotherly Love and Playgroup Problems

Dear Mama Drama:
I have three sons, ages 7, 4, and 2. Everyday after picking up my oldest son from school, within five minutes either the seven year old or four year old is crying. The struggles are often related to rude behavior and hitting. The oldest wants time to himself at this time of day [...]

Mama Drama: Sibling Rivalry and Playtime Struggles
October 30, 2009 – 12:01 am | 6 Comments
Mama Drama: Sibling Rivalry and Playtime Struggles

Dear Mama Drama,

I recently took my 6 and 8 year old daughters to a pumpkin carving contest. It is a wonderful family event that focuses more on community than competition, but the pumpkins are judged and there are winners. My 6 year old won and my 8 year old did not.  At first, the [...]

Productive Playgroup: A Great Start in Early Childhood Education
September 6, 2009 – 7:01 am | 4 Comments
Productive Playgroup: A Great Start in Early Childhood Education

Today’s Guest Blogger is Sarah West, a 34-year-old stay-at-home mother of two boys. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, golfing, traveling and cooking.
It’s crazy how busy our babies are these days. We have our infants in organized activities or parent/tot groups because we don’t want to miss out on any developmental opportunities. [...]