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How Many After School Activities Are Too Many?

As parents, we know that there are many benefits to having kids participate in after school activities. But, how many after school activities are too many? Continue reading…

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5 Ways I’ve Realized I’m Slowly Turning Into My Mother

My mother warned me it would happen, but I never thought it would be like this. Continue reading…

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Parents Struggle With Sleep Up To 6 Years After Children Are Born

A recent study has shown that a mother and father's sleep suffers for up to 6 years after the birth of their child. Continue reading…

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10 Things To Do With Your Kids During The Coronavirus Quarantine

Local schools are closed for the next three weeks. Most local businesses are also closed and many of us are on a budget. Here are some things you CAN do. Continue reading…

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I Am Thrilled To Send My Kids To School, But I Am Also Terrified

My 5 children will all begin school tomorrow after five months away, and I am both thrilled and terrified. COVID-19 has changed so much about our lives, and I think for many parents, our relationship...

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Casper, It's Time To Start Getting Your Kids Ready For School

A little bit of planning can go a long way. Here are 6 things to do that will help get your kids ready to go back to school. Continue reading…

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Are Apps That Monitor Your Children Helpful Or Hurtful?

There are dozens of apps that will monitor your children, but just because we have access to these apps doesn't mean that we should use them. Continue reading…

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Wyoming Is One of 2022’s Best States to Raise a Family

The latest census report shows that more and more people have been moving to the Cowboy State, even in the midst of a global pandemic. Continue reading…

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When Can You Start Leaving You Kids Alone At Home In Wyoming?

Wyoming and 33 others states don't have a minimum age that a kid can be a 'latchkey kid' and stay at home by themselves. Continue reading…

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5 Ways Your Child's Lemonade Stand Can Help Them Learn New Skills

Participating in Lemonade Day is a great way to create family memories, and it's also a great learning experience for your child. Continue reading…

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It Wasn't Supposed To Be Me

It wasn't supposed to be me. Standing on the edge, watching my son wrestle...hearing him scream, and seeing my husband rush to him... Continue reading…

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Here Are 10 Ways Wyoming Families Can Keep Kids Safe This Summer

While families look forward to the fun of Summer, it's also important to think about how you can ensure that your kids are safe. Continue reading…

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Parents Face Backlash for Dressing Little Girl in ‘Porn Star’ Shirt [PHOTO]

A controversial photo has sparked outrage among parents. The image shows two small children wearing tank tops with text that is, shall we say, less than appropriate for small children. Continue reading…

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Mom Forces Stepdaughter to Wear Thrift Store Clothes for Being a Bully

We've seen parents use unique methods to punish kids in the past -- through Facebook and by making them carry signs on busy streets, for example. But a Utah woman punished her stepdaughter in the most...

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Casper Parenting At Its Finest [PHOTO]

Check out the note one Casper mom had her son deliver to a local business after he took something without paying. A+ for parenting on this one! Continue reading…

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Child Cries Every Time Parent Finish Reading His Story Book [VIDEO]

Watch as an extremely cute toddler cries every time his mother finishes reading him a children's story. Continue reading…

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The Top Things Parents Of Kids With Disabilities Should Hear

I've always grown up and been surrounded with very supportive people. Not just supportive to me but to those who were different as well. My mother worked with special needs kids in the school district...

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How do You Pick Your Children’s Names?

Blake Shelton's song "I'll Name the Dogs" always brings to mind how my husband and I have named our five children. We wait to name our children until after they're born and my husband names the boys...

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How to Get Your Children Ready for Snowy Days in 108 Easy Steps

It's winter in Wyoming and that means wind, snow, wind, and more wind. Continue reading…

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How Independent Are Your Children?

A debate between Helicopter Parenting and Free Range Parenting is gathering in strength and we want to know what you think! Continue reading…

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OPINION: Wyoming Needs to Ditch Daylight Savings Time

Wyoming legislatures are considering doing away with daylight savings time, and this mom of five is thrilled! Continue reading…

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Are Wyoming Kids Getting Too Much Tech Time?

This week's frigid temps and wind chills are keeping even the hardiest of Wyoming kids inside...which means lots more tech time. But how much tech is too much? Continue reading…

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Kids' Birthday Parties: How Much is Too Much?

It turns out that it's not unusual to spend a thousand dollars on a child's birthday party! We want to know, how much it too much?! Continue reading…

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Does Having Lots of Kids Make You Feel Younger or Older?

Parent's with lots of children know that nothing about life is easy. Finally, there is good news for mothers (sorry dads) with lots of children. Continue reading…

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5 Things to Do With Your Kids on a Wyoming Snow Day

Snowpocalypse arrived with all it's Wyoming fury yesterday! Stranded out here on the Wyoming prairie with 5 kids and no internet meant that binge watching some of our fav Disney movies all day was out...

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How Many "Chuggas" Do You Say Before "Choo Choo"?

How many "chuggas" do you say before "choo choo"? You'll be surprised at how many people have STRONG opinions about this! Continue reading…

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5 Things Wyoming Moms and Dads Can Do When the Norovirus Attacks

I mentioned on-air yesterday that as soon as I was done working I was rushing to my child's school because he had thrown up. Continue reading…

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Here Is The Average Amount Wyoming Babysitters Make

One of the hardest parts about date night isn't finding the time, it's the cost of paying the babysitter. Continue reading…

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Is it ‘Legal’ To Spank Your Child In Wyoming?

Many people have different opinions when it comes to how they want their children to be raised. A hot topic of conversation in Wyoming is whether or not it is legal to spank children. Continue reading…

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"Baby Shark Live" Is Coming to Denver!

"Baby Shark Live" is Coming to Denver and Wyoming parents are trying to decide whether they are horrified or elated. Continue reading…

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Now Is The Time To Talk To Your Kids About Appropriate Touches

A recent abduction and assault of a local girl has parents on edge. The best way to ensure your children's safety is to talk to them about appropriate touches NOW. Continue reading…

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Interesting Trend Revealed Among Most Popular Baby Names Of 2023

A baby industry website has revealed the most popular baby names so far in 2023 and those it says are at risk of becoming "extinct." Continue reading…

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Internet at Odds Over Mother Who Feeds Baby in Storage Tote

Look, the baby at least seems happy. Continue reading…

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$2,000 Per Child in Your Household in 2024 Coming

You could get about $2,000 child tax credit per kid in 2024. Continue reading…

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An Open Letter to Old Dads With Young Kids: 'I Understand'

"I seem to forget the hazards of old-man knees colliding with the hard floor." Continue reading…

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