Month: October 2018

Halloween is not the devil’s birthday

Several years ago, a woman at our church told our oldest son, Ryley, that it was bad to celebrate Halloween because it is the devil’s birthday. Quickly: 1. It is not the devil’s birthday. 2. It is not the devil’s birthday. 3. It is not the devil’s birthday. We strongly assured him our family wouldn’t celebrate such a thing, and Halloween was not an evil day. I was furious that an adult would tell a lie like that to a little boy, especially at church. I really don’t care if she doesn’t observe Halloween, but she had no right to stomp all over one of our wholesome family traditions. It is true that in recent years, Halloween has been highjacked by adults as an excuse to dress like prostitutes and party like it’s A.D. 59 in Rome. Images of death...

How Much Time on a Device Should Your Kid Have? Part II

Medical and academic professionals agree that excessive screen time for children is unhealthy, for several reasons. In recent studies, psychologists have observed that too much screen time, in fact, is dangerous for kids. Excessive screen time has led to unhealthy attachments to technology. The overuse of devices and technology have been linked to impairing the growth of a child’s brain, which happens to very impressionable during development. Development Disabilities: The ability to focus The ability to concentrate Being attentive in general situations/classrooms The ability to sense other people’s attitudes Communication styles/techniques Building vocabulary Between birth to three-years old the developing brain is highly sensitive to surrounding environments. Unfortunately, a child has t...

Deals: Halloween night, free days and more

Oh, Halloween. As much fun as it is to dress up in costumes, it can be a really expensive holiday. I spent $40 on candy (I live in a particularly kid-friendly neighborhood). That doesn’t count the decorations and/or any of our costumes. But there are also some great ways to enjoy the night and get great deals too. See our list below.   Halloween Night Deals. ·          Wicked Wednesday at Outlets at Castle Rock. From 5 p.m .to 7 p.m. on Halloween night join the outlets for a kid friendly night of face painting, magic show, costume contest, trick-or-treating and more. ·          IHOP Scary Face Pancake. Kids 12 and under can get a free pancake decorated as a scary face at IHOP. ·   ...

Colorado Family Ski Guide 2018/19

Mile High Mamas is a top resource for planning Colorado family ski/ride vacations. A few years ago, we launched the Colorado Family Ski Guide that focuses exclusively on families–from daily lift ticket prices to the cost of childcare to where to get the best deals. But we’ve taken it one step further! Click the hyperlink for each resort name below for more in-depth details including additional deals, at what ages kids ski free, lessons, family-friendly activities, area attractions for playtime off the slopes and more. This is just the basic information you’ll need to get started. To give you a true taste of Colorado’s winter, follow our adventures as we visit area resorts this season in our ski section and look for t...

What women and men need to know about breast cancer

Breast cancer affects a lot of woman and their families. 9NEWS medical expert Dr. Comilla Sasson talks about the disease and ways to detect and treat it.

Holiday volunteer events for the whole family

Volunteers of America is holiday central with lots of ways to give back! Here are a few volunteer opportunities for the whole family: Rake Up Colorado The Safety of Seniors Handyman Program invites Volunteers to join us for Rake Up Colorado!    In total, volunteers will rake at least 250 yards for seniors residing in Adams, Arapahoe, Denver, Douglas and Jefferson counties. Come join us for an unbeLEAFable event! Sign up here. When: Saturday, November 10th  Where: At a seniors home in your area!   Deliver Holiday Meals on Wheels Meals on Wheels delivers holiday meals on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Volunteers are needed to help deliver holiday meals and meals on the days around the holidays. Contact Michelle at [email protected] or 303-297-0408.   ...

9 Easy and Scary Halloween Party Food Ideas

Halloween is an amazing time to have fun with family and friends with decorations and food. To save you the time and hassle, don’t miss these fun and easy Halloween food ideas to get your spook on. 1. Halloween Party Food-Ghastly Candy Bark Just in case you don’t get enough chocolate in your Halloween haul, this Ghost in your Candy bar is going to be a center of attraction whenever you make them. 2. Halloween Spooky Spider Deviled Eggs With just some boiled eggs and black olives, you can have these beautiful and scary spider eggs. Don’t tell anyone they’re healthy! 3. Frightful Halloween fruit kebabs recipe Another fun and healthy recipe, these fruit kabobs are perfect for class parties! 4. Halloween Party Food-Brownie Bites What would Halloween be without a pu...

How to Spark Creativity at a Young Age

Children need to express themselves through creative outlets like drawing, singing and playing pretend to stimulate brain development. We’re not talking baby modern art prodigies here — simple games and activities can inspire curiosity in young minds. Being creative encourages kids to take risks and cultivate their personality which helps them feel more confident as they grow. Set them on the path for success young with these tips to spark creativity. From birth to twelve months, your child will be creating millions of neural connections each day and you can promote this growth by engaging in fun activities. Encourage your child to explore your face. Name the different parts of your face as he touches them to help him learn. When you’re child encounters a toy or object, does she touc...

31 fun events in Denver for Halloween week

Halloween fun is in full swing! Don’t miss the  Great Pumpkin Haul, Trick or Treat at the Firehouse, Munchkin Masquerade and Family Fall Festival. See our event calendar for full listings. 5th Annual Kids Halloween Parade & Party at Denver Union Station Oct 25, 5:00 – 8:00 pm Head to Denver Union Station this October for two favorite downtown Halloween events: the 5th annual Kids Halloween Parade & Party on Thursday, Oct. 25th and the Terminal Bar Spooky Speakeasy on Friday, Oct. 26th.  All of Denver’s little superheroes & princesses are invited to take part in the BOOnion Station Kids Halloween Parade & Party on Thursday, Oct. 25th from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.  This FREE community celebration will feature trick-or-treating in the merchant shops, mini-train ri...

Does Your Child Care Provider Practice Safe Sleep? Tips That Could Save Your Child’s Life

Tragically, approximately 50 infants in Colorado die unexpectedly each year while they sleep. Most of these sleep-related infant deaths are preventable. The good news is there are simple steps you can take to protect your baby. October is Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month. As a mom, an a family in-home child care provider and an instructor for other early childhood care providers, I want to share with you some tips for talking with your child care providers about safe sleep for babies. The State of Colorado has requirements for infant sleep in licensed child care facilities. And, of course, most child care providers know the latest safe sleep guidelines and practice them diligently. Still, it’s always good to have a conversation with your caregiver about safe sleep practices. It’s importan...

Effects of Technology on Children: Does Your Child Have an Addiction to Technology Part I

Raising kids today during the peak of the digital era, along with the explosive growth of technology, can be tricky. Do we really know how much time our kids spend on their devices? Probably not! Today’s younger generation is being exposed to excessive hours of screen time. Between computers and tablets at school, to gaming systems and cell phones, devices are becoming an extension of one’s self. The way technology and media are mingling together it’s safe for kids to assume that it’s the proper way of life: to always have a device in hand. As parents do we fully understand the risks and side effects of excessive screen time in the development of children? I know I didn’t! When the Nintendo Wii first came out, they touted a system that focused on mental stimulation and physical activity. W...

Deals: Denver Arts Week, Mauzie’s Jewelry Open House & More!

I’m letting out a giant woo-hoo for the skiers and snowboarders. Colorado ski areas are officially open with Wolf Creek, Loveland and Arapahoe Basin open and Keystone ready to open in just a few weeks (Nov. 9). Plan to get season passes NOW before the season really gets underway. One of the best places to get not only deals on lift tickets but also on gear is at the Ski and Snowboard Expo which happens at the Colorado Convention Center on November 16-18. Mark your calendars NOW if you want to get great deals.     Kneaders. Just when I think the Pumpkin Spice everything craze is done –  I’m lured in. Did you know that National Pumpkin Day is on October 26? Kneaders is celebrating from October 24-31 buy a Halloween spooky Jack-o-Lantern face pie or bite into a ...

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