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By Whitney Blakeslee IKEA Centennial and The Mother List are teaming up to bring you and your families a fun event to kick off the new school year! Join us on Sunday, September 9th, from 12-4pm for an afternoon of crafts and freebies that will get children excited about learning. Your kids can use their creativity to draw, scribble and [...]
By Vicki Little According to the Program for International Student Assessment, 22 percent of American teens lacked basic financial literacy skills in 2015, with financial literacy being defined as the ability of 15-year-olds to apply their knowledge and skills of financial issues to real-life situations. That is a scary statistic when you consider that Americans [...]
By Vicki Little There is something so amazing about a young child’s creativity and curiosity. The joyous and free way in which they look at the world around them inspires out-of-the-box solutions and stories that would make even the best children’s authors jealous. As they grow, those creative juices tend to flow less and less, [...]
By Vicki Little When children are young, their need for us can sometimes feel overwhelming. We constantly hear, “Mom, watch. Look, Mom! Hey, Mom!” As they grow older, our clingy little sidekicks start moving away from us, declaring their need for independence and privacy. That’s when we find ourselves wanting to say, “Hey child, watch! [...]
By Vicki Little When you notice that your child is struggling, the first thing you want to do is fix it. You want to help, and you want things to move quickly. Sometimes the hardest part about addressing an issue is knowing where to begin and who to turn to. This is especially true in [...]
By Whitney Blakeslee Denver parents! We would love to see you at this FREE family event on August 5th! We hate to be the ones to burst this lovely summer bubble, but kids will be heading back to school in a few short weeks! This is your reminder to plan those last few hiking trips, park [...]
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The holidays are a time to celebrate with family, but they can also be stressful. Between missing loved ones who are away at school or work, busy schedules and hosting extra guests, it’s hard to find time for the little people in our lives. When your kids feel left out of the fun, they may [...]
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links and we may earn a small commission from them when you click on the links with no additional cost to you. GOBI Heated Camping Chair at Arapahoe Basin during a May ski day Whew! It’s finally here! The one day a year that we get to honor our [...]
The Mother List recently sat down with the founder of The Kidconscious Project, Sarah Kozlowski. We wanted to get the lowdown on the who, what and why behind this new Denver non-profit. Here is Sarah’s story: “I couldn’t be more thrilled to formally start this journey as the founder of The Kidconscious Project. Let me [...]
By Vicki Little Kindness and love are contagious. Even in the midst of a rough day, a kind gesture from someone can turn your whole day around. And usually, it leaves someone feeling so loved and happy that they, in turn, want to make someone else feel the same way. Misunderstandings can be avoided, friendships [...]
By Vicki Little While it is the season to be merry and bright for many people, unfortunately, there are plenty of others who could use extra cheer during the holidays. No matter what you can offer – your time, your talent or your treasure – there is always something you can do to brighten the [...]
By Whitney Blakeslee As parents, we are trying to raise healthy kids, but sometimes we need a reminder that health is about so much more than what we see with our eyes. When it comes to how children feel about their bodies, the statistics are heartbreaking. They are learning to hate their bodies and trying [...]
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By Vicki Little It is easy to get so wrapped up in our daily lives that we forget to take time to enjoy some downtime. We tell ourselves that we can’t afford to take a day off or we are too busy to spend the day relaxing with family. What we need to be telling [...]
By Jen Murphy I’m one of those people who loves to travel. I love everything about it. I love packing efficiently with travel-sized containers. I love the cars, planes, trains, and buses. Most of all, I love the adventure. Unfortunately, it takes a whole lot more effort and planning with kids – but it’s worth [...]
By Vicki Little These days it takes something pretty amazing to pull people’s attention away from their screens. Luckily nature has provided us with the perfect alternative entertainment in the form of beautiful scenery, sparkling lakes, and majestic animals. Even better, these family-friendly places have enough room for the crowds on free days! So get [...]
By Vicki Little Family fun is even better when it is free, and thanks to SCFD funding and corporate sponsorships, there are many free days at Denver-area attractions. Mark your calendars! This list was created by visiting the various websites and information from the SCFD. Please verify days and times before you go! Denver Botanic [...]
By Julie Bielenberg It’s always the simplest and most basic of things that you remember, and usually, the first time you attempt something. Case in point—square dancing. Taught all over the world, you would be surprised how many folks have never given it a go. Square Dancing’s roots originate in 17th Century Europe, but the [...]
By Jen Murphy Our family loves to travel. We have taken short road trips to visit relatives, long road trips to national parks, airplane trips across the country, and we’ve even ventured abroad. My kids have been raised to travel from a young age, and they love exploring new places almost as much as their dad [...]