Mom Exhaustion: Is this the new normal?
May 21, 2013 – 6:08 am | 5 Comments

I’m pretty sure I already know the answer to that question and it, unfortunately, is yes.
The exhaustion. It is slowly killing me.
I remember how I felt as a first-time mom with a newborn and wondered how …

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Family Volunteer Opportunity: Spring Clean-up for Seniors
March 20, 2013 – 9:05 am | Comments Off
Family Volunteer Opportunity: Spring Clean-up for Seniors

The first day of spring has sprung and Volunteers of American and local seniors need your help! Join them for next month’s Family Volunteer Project, “Spring Clean-up for Seniors.” Volunteers will be assigned to a …

Colorado’s child poverty rate almost doubles in 10 years
March 20, 2013 – 7:23 am | 3 Comments
Colorado’s child poverty rate almost doubles in 10 years

Colorado has the second fastest growing rate of child poverty in the nation, according a Kids Count Colorado, an annual report from Colorado Children’s Campaign.
The report, part of the Anne E. Casey Foundation’s national Kids …

Where does the “Mom Guilt” come from?
March 19, 2013 – 6:35 am | 6 Comments
Where does the “Mom Guilt” come from?

Now that I am a mom of two under two, I feel the “mom guilt” more than ever.
I have to nurse the baby and can’t play with the toddler, the TV comes on to “entertain” …

Help! Sick of Struggling with Decisions on Doctors and Health Care?
March 19, 2013 – 6:00 am | 2 Comments
Help! Sick of Struggling with Decisions on Doctors and Health Care?

The occupation listed on the resume of a stay-at-home mom should probably read: “Chief Executive Officer: Home Front, et al.”
As the CEO of the home front, and everything related to the home front, our responsibilities …

Denver Deal: Alamo Draft, Disney on Ice, Jamba Juice & more
March 18, 2013 – 10:29 pm | No Comment
Denver Deal: Alamo Draft, Disney on Ice, Jamba Juice & more

I recently got to try the new menu at Panera. They are now offering pastas! The evening was so full of food – if anyone went away hungry it is their own fault. We tried …

Events: Easter Egg Hunts, Treasure Trove and More
March 18, 2013 – 1:01 pm | Comments Off
Events: Easter Egg Hunts, Treasure Trove and More

March Discovery Days. On March 19-20, the WOW! Children’s Museum will helpBig & Small Discover your inner scientist. Drop-in and explore our monthly informal hands-on science sessions. This month, they’re learning about size, both little …

Five Fabulous Spring Break Ideas in Denver
March 18, 2013 – 6:12 am | 5 Comments
Five Fabulous Spring Break Ideas in Denver

Spring Break in Colorado is a glorious thing! I will be appearing on 9News My20 in the 8:30 a.m. block to kick-off a week-long series about great ways to spend it with your kids. Here …

All About Baby Giveaway: Tray Table Cover, Gutzy Gear and More!
March 17, 2013 – 8:18 am | Comments Off
All About Baby Giveaway: Tray Table Cover, Gutzy Gear and More!

**CONTEST CLOSED.**
Star Kids: Play-n-Go Tray Table Cover, Snack & Play Travel Tray
Retail Value: $24.99, $19.99
It’s like this company read my mind when developing their travel-friendly kids’ products. Whether you’re hauling the little ones around in …

Denver Post’s Extensive Summer Camp Guide 2013
March 16, 2013 – 6:23 am | 2 Comments
Denver Post’s Extensive Summer Camp Guide 2013

Believe it or not, summer camps are already filling up so don’t miss these great articles:
Summer Camps Connect Kids with Nature
The right summer camp for the right kid: A parent’s guide
And, of course, the Denver …

Mama Drama: Discussing Death and Dying
March 15, 2013 – 7:00 am | 6 Comments
Mama Drama: Discussing Death and Dying

Dear Mama Drama:
I have two children ages 3 and 5. We have a family member who has been diagnosed with cancer and her prognosis does not look good at this point. I’m not sure how …