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Urgent Care for Kids: 5 Tips to Prepare for When Your Child is Sick After Hours
It can be overwhelming when your child falls ill after your pediatrician’s normal office hours. Being prepared will empower you to keep your cool during these stressful times. Follow these 5 simple steps to provide the best care possible when your child isn’t feeling their best. 1) Keep a Sick-Day Kit Handy. Preparation is key when illness strikes. Stock a small kit with essentials like a thermometer, pediatric acetaminophen or ibuprofen, a bulb syringe or nasal aspirator, saline spray, electrolyte solutions like Pedialyte, and age-appropriate measuring tools for medications. Having these items ready can save you from scrambling to the store when your child isn’t feeling well. 2) Utilize Online Pediatric Guidelines. What online resources can you trust when you’re searching for ...
A Place of Hope and Healing: Children’s Hospital Colorado is Powered by Compassion and the Community
As a parent, nothing is more comforting when your child is sick or hurt than knowing that the best pediatric experts are right here in our neighborhood. For more than 114 years, Children’s Hospital Colorado (Children’s Colorado) has served our community as a beacon of hope, providing world-class medical care to every child who walks through its doors. And the care isn’t always just medical: Children’s Colorado also supports families through the stress of having a child in the hospital. Their mission is possible thanks to the generosity of donors who believe that every child deserves the chance for a healthy and hopeful future. Quite simply, Children’s Colorado is fueled by giving. From broken bones to the rarest of cancers and everything in between, Children’s Colorado tr...
Q&A: Understanding the Tie Between Safe Sleep and SIDS
There are no warning signs for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) or sudden unexpected infant death (SUID). But research shows a relationship between these two conditions and safe sleep. In fact, in the 1990s, the U.S. saw the biggest drop in SIDS — over a 50% reduction — from its Back to Sleep campaign, proving the importance of creating a safe sleep environment for infants. Still, there are a dizzying number of sleep-related products on the market for infants, and even more opinions on what safe sleep really means. Children’s Hospital Colorado neonatologist Susan Hwang, MD, MPH, PhD answers some of the most pressing sleep-related questions on parents’ minds and offers her expert advice below. How are sleep and SIDS/SUID related? We have studies that show that hypoxia, or low...
Harmonizing Music and Giving Back: A Melodic Opportunity for Denver Moms
As a mom, you want to nurture your child’s passions and help them grow into well-rounded individuals. If you’re in the Denver area and looking for enriching music lessons for your kids, we have some exciting news that aligns perfectly with your desire to give back to the community. Littleton School of Music and Parker Music Academy are dedicated to instilling a love for music in children while supporting important causes. Through partnerships with meaningful organizations, both academies have crafted a unique opportunity for families to contribute to vital causes while fostering their children’s musical talents. Littleton School of Music: Striking a Chord with Health At the Littleton School of Music, your child can explore various instruments while developing ...
Hey Sports Fans – These Innovations Will Make Your Games-Watching Experience Gold Medal-Worthy
The Olympic Games are just around the corner, and what better way to enjoy them than with your family? The 2024 Paris Olympics take place July 26 – August 11, so now is a great time to ensure your family’s entertainment set-up is ready for the action. Whether you love following specific sports, cheering favorite athletes or just love taking in the spectacle and ambiance of the host country, Xfinity has you covered this year with a host of new features and functionality on X1 that will make your family’s viewing experience unforgettable. How to watch the Olympics For the Paris Olympics, NBCUniversal provides access to more live action and ways to watch than ever, with 5,000 hours of live coverage, 39 sports, 329 medal events across nine different networks, and streaming on Peacock. So...
Back To School Deal: Why Music Lessons Are Perfect for Your Child This School Year
Hey there, music-loving moms! As the new school year approaches, many of us are thinking about how to enrich our kids’ lives beyond the classroom. If you’re tired of battling with tablets and screens, why not consider something truly enriching and wholesome for your little ones? Music lessons could be just the ticket! Why Choose Music Lessons? Music isn’t just a hobby; it’s a fantastic way for kids to develop crucial skills that will benefit them for a lifetime. Whether your child is a budding Beethoven or simply curious about making sounds, music lessons offer a multitude of benefits: Boost Brain Power: Studies show that learning music enhances cognitive abilities, including memory and reasoning skills. Foster Discipline: Regular practice teaches children the value...
Meet Emma: Overcoming the Odds and Why Second Opinions Matter
Today, Emma is an active 5-year-old who loves to play soccer, run and dance ballet. For her parents, Matt and Kelly, seeing their daughter’s personality and interests come to life is extra special, because they weren’t sure she’d ever get the chance. When Kelly was just 12 weeks into her pregnancy, her doctors diagnosed Emma with a rare condition called congenital diaphragmatic hernia, or CDH. Her lungs were developing below the fifth percentile, and her doctors at the time said the severity of Emma’s condition was not compatible with life. But Matt and Kelly weren’t ready to give up. At the time, the family was living in Seattle, but after learning about the CDH expertise and experience at the Colorado Fetal Care Center, they decided to get a second opinion and relocate to the...
Six Ways to Have a Fun & Educational Summer With Your Kids
School is out and the temperatures are climbing which means summer is here. It’s time to find creative ways to keep your kids entertained, engaged and happy through the longer days of additional free time. Check out these six ideas to help your kids – and the whole family – make the most of summer, whether you’re adventuring outdoors or beating the heat together inside. Create a Daily Schedule Kids thrive on routine, even during the summer. Create a daily schedule that includes time for outdoor play, creative activities and quiet time. This will help balance fun and structure, making the days more manageable for everyone. Find Outdoor Adventures Encourage your children to spend time outside – and get the whole family involved. Plan family hikes, trips to the park or backyard camping ...
4 ways families can find afforable Internet in Denver
In today’s digital age, having fast and affordable internet is key to meeting our family’s needs, whether that’s joining a video call for work, tuning in to classes remotely, accessing healthcare or staying connected with loved ones. However, due to recent changes to a federally funded program, some families are finding it harder to afford internet that helps them meet these daily needs. Until recently, more than 23 million households received financial support from the federal government to ensure their families could access reliable internet and stay connected. The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) provided families a $30 monthly benefit, but this program expired in April. If your family was affected by this policy change and is having trouble paying for your current internet option,...
The Nest Schools: A NEW Denver Childcare and Preschool You’ll Love
As parents, we want nothing but the best for our children, especially when it comes to their care and education. Choosing the right early childhood education provider can set the foundation for a lifetime of success. If you’re on the lookout for high-quality education that prioritizes your child’s development, look no further than The Nest Schools. Newly established in the Greater Denver area, The Nest Schools are quickly becoming the go-to choice for families seeking exceptional early childhood education. With locations in Broomfield, Centennial, Columbine, Ken Caryl, and Broomfield and plans for a sixth location this summer, The Nest Schools are expanding their footprint to better serve the community. Each of their five schools has undergone significant renovations inside and...
Six Ways to Make Your Life Easier with Faster Internet – And How to Get It
Whether you and your family are joining a Zoom call from home, streaming live sports or taking an online class, a reliable internet connection is a must to ensure parents and kids alike can meet the demands of daily life. Some internet providers, such as Xfinity, automatically provide faster speeds at no cost but be sure to check with your provider to see if any upgrades are available. A fast and reliable internet connection is no longer just a luxury – it’s a necessity for meeting your personal and professional goals. Check out six ways a fast internet connection can save you time and help improve daily life: Smooth video calls: In today’s world, video conferencing is important for many reasons: remote work, virtual learning and connecting with family and friends. Fast internet supports h...
Ultimate Denver Summer Fun Guide 2024: Ultimate Family Activities (175+ ideas)
The ultimate family activity guide for Denver summer fun in 2024. Our highly-anticipated round-up is here and we have more than 175 ideas for your Denver staycation–from waterparks to local trips to hikes to indoor fun. Denver has all you need for summer fun with your family. Denver’s Best Summer Activities for Families 2024 Mile High Mamas has the best guide for family indoor activities in Denver, as well as the best outdoor fun. Be sure to scroll to the bottom of this article for our recommendations for Denver’s best hikes, splash parks, waterfall hikes, pools and more. We have included some of Denver’s best playgrounds below but be sure to also check out Denver Playgrounds & Parks: A guide to the best play areas in metro Denver. We have also included businesses that ...
