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Check out this article for ideas on fun activities to do with kids in Denver!

https://mommypoppins.com/los-angeles-kids/city-guides/25-things-to-do-in-denver-with-kids-other-than-hiking

Got an outdoorsy family? Here is a list of the best family hikes near Denver.
https://dayhikesneardenver.com/best-hikes-with-kids-near-denver-colorado/

Best Family Hikes Near Denver, Colorado A list of great hiking trails for kids near Denver, Colorado. We share our top 4 family hikes near Denver, and provide profiles for many more.

Read this article for tips on how to make chores fun for kids.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/joyful-parenting/201603/3-ways-put-joy-back-little-kids-chores

3 Ways to Put Joy Back into Little Kids' Chores Kids love jobs. Why take the fun out of them? We should be putting more in.

This article gives helpful tips on how to best prepare emotionally for parenthood.

https://parenting.nytimes.com/becoming-a-parent/is-there-any-way-to-emotionally-prepare-for-parenthood?module=popular-guides&action=click&rank=2

Is There Any Way to Emotionally Prepare for Parenthood? Letting go of Instagram-glossy notions of the perfect pregnancy or birth will help.

Read this article for tips on how to manage picky eaters.

https://parenting.nytimes.com/feeding/division-of-responsibility-in-feeding?module=latest-filters-feed&action=click&rank=22&position=5

Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained inside? Look no further!
https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/craft-ideas/how-to/g1389/diy-kids-activities/

These Creative Activities Will Keep Kids Occupied for Hours You'll definitely want to get in on the fun too.

Potty training is a big step. Read this article to see how to approach it.

https://parenting.nytimes.com/toddler/potty-training

How to Start Potty Training Don’t rush your toddler into using the toilet before he's ready. The process takes patience, preparation and praise.

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/17/parenting/coronavirus-discipline-child.html

Discipline Looks Different in a Pandemic It might seem strange to respond to misbehavior with support and empathy, but kids right now need “much more compassion than ever before.”

Your care and comfort should be the top priority with every Ob-Gyn. Read this article to be able to spot any red flags.

https://parenting.nytimes.com/pregnancy/ob-gyn-sexual-assault?module=latest-filters-feed&action=click&rank=10&position=5

Identifying Red Flags at the Ob-Gyn For most women, the visit is routine and uneventful. But recent accusations of sexual misconduct have raised questions about how best to protect patients.

Want to know how to deal with fussy kids? Check out this article for the best ways to handle tantrums.

https://parenting.nytimes.com/toddler/temper-tantrum?module=popular-guides&action=click&rank=2

A Field Guide to Taming Tantrums in Toddlers With the right preparation, you can learn to keep your cool when the screaming starts.

Thanks to DU's Angela Narayan for the great advice!

https://coloradosun.com/2020/03/19/colorado-kids-children-coronavirus-education/?fbclid=IwAR0zlNPtFwk9xnzkAguz4kNBNToZfDvbnyUZEer4aiq9WXnCBZu-hYwD7Ck

Colorado kids are stressed about coronavirus. Here are some ways adults can help. To ease children’s anxiety fueled by COVID-19, one child psychologist recommends families maintain structure and take time to step outside.

Check out this amazing resources for families during this difficult time:
https://zerotothrive.org/covid-19/covid-19-kids/?fbclid=IwAR0UuStIh95KqZfoOWqvRlwQdErw3WNYwA0Bvoq6xp3-l6BZJ15wRY7N5j8

Helping Young Kids Through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Crisis - Zero to Thrive In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Z2T team shares suggestions on how to help even very young children make sense of current realities.

If you're planning a vacation with children, read this article for some helpful tips!

https://parenting.nytimes.com/parent-life/traveling-with-kids-boy-do-we-have-some-tips-for-you?action=click&module=more-in&rank=4&position=0

Traveling With Kids? Boy, Do We Have Some Tips for You Hotels with playgrounds. Baby pools at the beach. We collected our best suggestions and advice for family travel, from own our travel experiences.

Check out this offer if you need internet!

https://www.thedenverchannel.com/news/national/coronavirus/comcast-offers-2-months-of-free-internet-to-low-income-customers-who-qualify-amid-covid-19-pandemic?fbclid=IwAR1x2d9qjVgP2U20ev5BaoxsXTKV5S4ZHBxuHbwAFEFWCrPpwv7qvFePOyQ

Telecom giants offering free internet to low-income customers who qualify amid COVID-19 pandemic Comcast announced Thursday it will be increasing speeds for the Internet Essentials program, and making the program free to new customers for two months, amid the coronavirus outbreak.

Read this article to gain some clarity on coronavirus and kids.

https://parenting.nytimes.com/childrens-health/coronavirus-children?module=latest-filters-feed&action=click&rank=8&position=5

Why the New Coronavirus (Mostly) Spares Children So far, very few young children seem to be falling ill. The pattern was seen in outbreaks of SARS and MERS, too.

Worried your kids are spending too much time on a screen? Here is how to go about a new routine.

https://parenting.nytimes.com/culture/reducing-screen-time-kids?module=latest-filters-feed&action=click&rank=35&position=5

Too Much Screen Time? Here’s How to Dial Back Sticking to a new routine can stop your children from becoming screen zombies.

Does your family love to ski? Here is a list of the best ski resorts for families in Colorado!

https://www.colorado.com/articles/best-ski-resorts-families-colorado

Best Ski Resorts for Families in Colorado | Colorado.com All of Colorado ski resorts are great destinations for winter family vacations in Breckenridge, Vail, Keystone, Steamboat and more. Families are sure to find a perfect fit for their winter escape and family-friendly amenities.

Wondering what your baby's babbling really means? Check out this NPR article on how to understand baby talk.

https://www.npr.org/2018/05/14/610796636/baby-talk-decoding-the-secret-language-of-babies

Baby Talk: Decoding The Secret Language Of Babies

Explaining the news to kids can be hard. Check out this article for advice on how to approach difficult current events.

https://www.npr.org/2019/04/24/716704917/when-the-news-is-scary-what-to-say-to-kids

What To Say To Kids When The News Is Scary Whether a school shooting or a deadly tornado, scary events in the news can leave parents struggling to know when — and how — they should talk with their kids about it. Rosemarie Truglio of Sesame Workshop and Tara Conley, a media studies professor at Montclair State University, give us tips.

Look no further for engaging books for babies and toddlers! This NYT article has got you covered with their top picks.

https://parenting.nytimes.com/culture/books-that-captivate-babies-and-toddlers?module=latest-filters-feed&action=click&rank=8&position=5

Books That Captivate Babies and Toddlers Lift that flap, peek through that hole, press that button. Interactive books keep little ones entertained — and help them develop cognitive abilities.

Check out this article from Colorado Parent to find Unique Denver-Area Storytimes!

https://www.coloradoparent.com/denver-area-storytimes/

13 Unique Denver-Area Storytimes These storytimes help inspire a child’s love of reading, build early literacy and social skills, and foster inclusivity.

Not sure if your pregnancy pains are normal? Read this article for warning signs and suggestions for pain management.
https://parenting.nytimes.com/pregnancy/cramps-pains?action=click&module=guidance&rank=9&position=0

Pregnancy Pains Got You Down? Read This. Most cases of pain during pregnancy aren’t an emergency and can be managed, though there are some warning signs to watch out for.

Read this NPR article for information on preventing depression during and after pregnancy!
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/12/health/perinatal-depression-maternal-counseling.html

Depression During and After Pregnancy Can Be Prevented, National Panel Says. Here’s How. The task force of experts recommended at-risk women seek certain types of counseling, and it cited two specific programs that have been particularly effective.

Got picky eaters at home? Check out this article for kid-friendly restaurants in Denver.
https://www.denver.org/restaurants/denver-dining/10-restaurants-for-kids/

Family Restaurants in Denver | VISIT DENVER Taking the kids out to eat is easy in The Mile High City. Check out our list of inexpensive restaurants and fun atmospheres.

Wishing you happy holidays from The Care Project!

So much fun at the Wizarding World Escape Room! Happy Holidays :)

It's time to celebrate the holiday season in Denver! Read this article to find out Denver's favorite family-friendly holiday activities.
https://www.denver.org/milehighholidays/explore-the-holidays/holiday-traditions/

Denver Holiday Events | VISIT DENVER Making plans for a Mile High Holiday? Start planning your winter getaway and check out the best Denver holiday events and hotel deals.

Read this New York Times article for pointers on how to get back into the gym after giving birth!
https://parenting.nytimes.com/health/exercise-after-birth?module=topic-page-archive&action=click&rank=2&position=4

How to Start Exercising After Giving Birth If you had an uncomplicated delivery, you can get back out there sooner than you might think.

Looking for a fun and family-friendly way to celebrate the holidays? Check out the Denver Zoo's Zoo Lights!
https://www.denverzoo.org/events/zoolights/

Zoo Lights Zoo Lights is back for its 28th year, and sure to be bigger and better than ever! The holiday magic spans across 60 acres, with more than two million lights, nightly entertainment, sweet treats, animal encounters and a Festival of Lanterns, plus illuminated animal sculptures that swing through trees...

Morning sickness got you down? Read this article for coping strategies and helpful tips.

https://parenting.nytimes.com/pregnancy/morning-sickness?action=click&module=guidance&rank=7&position=0

Morning Sickness During Pregnancy: What to Do and How to Cope Start with home strategies like eating bland meals and ginger, and escalate to medication if necessary.