Family Resources

Everything Families Need —
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Denver-area activities, online parenting tools, health resources, budgeting support, and baby apps — curated by PioCare for Colorado families.

Denver & Front Range

Family Activities & Attractions

Hours, pricing, and membership info for the best family-friendly spots around Denver — so you can plan without the research rabbit hole.

Attraction Hours Address Pricing
Botanic GardensThurs–Tues 9am–4pm; Wed 9am–2:30pm1007 York St, DenverUnder 2 free · Ages 3–15 $11 · Adults $15 · Membership from $65/yr
Butterfly PavilionMon–Sun 9am–5pm6252 W 104th Ave, WestminsterUnder 2 free · Ages 2–12 $9.95 · Adults $12.95 · Membership $70+
CANDEELAND KidsMon–Thurs 10am–8pm; Fri 10am–9pm; Sat–Sun 9am–9pm7969 E Arapahoe Rd, Greenwood Village1 hr $20/child · Unlimited $25 · 6-pack $120
Children’s MuseumMon–Sun 9am–4pm2121 Children’s Museum Dr, DenverUnder 1 free · Ages 1+ $18 · Membership $170+/yr
Colorado Railroad MuseumTues–Sun 9am–5pm17155 W 44th Ave, GoldenUnder 2 free · Ages 2–17 $5 · Adults $10 · Membership $80+/yr
Denver AquariumMon–Thurs 10am–9pm; Fri–Sat 10am–10pm; Sun 10am–8pm700 Water St, DenverUnder 2 free · Ages 3–11 $19.99 · Adults $35.50 · Membership $179+/yr
Denver Firefighters MuseumTues–Sat 10am–4pm1326 Tremont Pl, DenverUnder 3 free · Ages 3–12 $7 · Adults $9 · Membership $60+/yr
Denver ZooMon–Sun 10am–4pm2300 Steele St, DenverUnder 2 free · Ages 3–15 $10.50–$18 · Adults $15.75–$24 · Membership $195+/yr
Hammond’s Candies Factory TourMon–Sat 9:15am–2:15pm5735 Washington St, DenverFREE — book online, tours every 30 min
Kids DigTues–Sun 9am–1:30pm8601 W Cross Dr, Littleton30 min $15 · 1 hr $18 · 1.5 hrs $23 · 2 hrs $28 · 2 adults free
KIDS WonderMon–Fri 9am–5pm; Sat–Sun 9am–3pm7562 S University Blvd, Centennial$15/child · Adults $2 · Happy Hour Mon–Thurs 4–5pm · Membership $69+/mo
KidspaceMon–Thurs 9am–3pm; Fri–Sun 9am–6pm6805 W 88th Ave, WestminsterBabies <6mo $4 · Toddlers $9.50 · Kids 3–12 $16.50
Lava IslandSun–Thurs 9am–9pm; Fri–Sat 9am–10pm452 Sable Blvd, AuroraUnder 9mo free w/ adult · $12.50/person
Monkey BiznessMon–Thurs, Sat–Sun 9am–1pm; Fri 9am–4pmWestminster & Parker locationsToddlers 9–12mo $10 · Kids 2–10 $15 · Adults $5
Nature & Science MuseumMon–Thurs, Sat–Sun 9am–5pm; Fri 9am–9pm2001 Colorado Blvd, DenverUnder 2 free · Ages 3–18 $19.95 · Adults $24.95 · Membership $85+/yr
Play Street MuseumMon–Fri 9am–5pm; Sat–Sun 11am–1pm9370 S Colorado Blvd, Highlands RanchAges 1–10 $13 · Under 1 free with sibling
Sky ZoneSun–Thurs 9am–9pm; Fri–Sat 9am–10pmMultiple metro locations90 min $25.99 · Unlimited $33.99 · Membership from $25.99/mo
Tumble HausMon–Fri 9am–2pm; Happy Hour Tu/W/F 4–6pm1330 W 38th Ave, Denver$25 per 90 min (up to 3 siblings) · Membership $118+/mo
Urban AirMon–Thurs 4–8pm; Fri 4–9pm; Sat 10am–9pm; Sun 11am–8pmMultiple metro locations$25–$37/day · Membership $12.99/mo
Wings Over the RockiesMon/Tue/Thu 10am–5pm; Wed 10am–4pm; Sat 10am–5pm; Sun 12–5pm7711 E Academy Blvd, DenverUnder 3 free · Ages 4–16 $11.95 · Adults $18.95
Parenting Information & Guidance

Trusted Resources for Every Stage

Curated websites, communities, and tools recommended by PioCare — most are completely free.

Pediatric Guidance
HealthyChildren.org

Baby care, sleep, feeding, and safety guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics. One of the most trusted sources for new parents.

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Babies & Toddlers
Zero to Three

Developmental guidance, parenting tips, and resources specifically for babies and toddlers from birth to age 3.

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Milestones
CDC Parents

Child development milestones, health and safety tips, and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Community & Articles
What to Expect

Articles, community forums, and baby tracking tools. A go-to for new parents in the first year.

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Growth Tracking
BabyCenter

Baby growth tracking, expert articles, and a large community of parents organized by baby’s birth month.

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Peer Support
Reddit — r/NewParents

An active community of first-time and experienced parents — honest, unfiltered, and genuinely helpful for when you just need someone who gets it.

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Baby & Child Health

Health, Safety & Wellbeing

Reliable, evidence-based health resources for babies and parents — including safe sleep, vaccines, and mental health support.

Baby Health
MedlinePlus

Reliable, up-to-date health information for babies and children from the National Library of Medicine.

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Vaccines
CDC Vaccine Guidance

Evidence-based vaccine schedules and guidance for parents from the CDC.

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Safe Sleep
NICHD Safe Sleep

Safe sleep guidelines for infants from the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development.

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Postpartum Support
Postpartum Support International

Free online support groups, counseling resources, and referrals for postpartum parents.

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Breastfeeding
La Leche League

Free breastfeeding support and local groups across the US and Colorado.

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Mental Health
SAMHSA Helpline

Free, confidential 24/7 help for mental health and substance use issues. 1-800-662-4357.

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Meditation
Insight Timer & UCLA Mindful

Free tiers available for guided meditation, sleep support, and mental wellness for busy parents.

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Childcare Search
Colorado Shines

Find licensed Colorado childcare providers with quality ratings and early education information.

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Apps & Tracking Tools

Baby Apps Worth Having

Track feeding, sleep, diapers, and developmental leaps — these are the apps parents actually use.

Development Tracking
The Wonder Weeks

Tracks your baby’s mental development and “wonder weeks” — helping you understand why your baby is fussier some weeks than others.

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Daily Tracking
Glow Baby

Tracks feeding, sleep, and diaper changes with easy logging and insights. Great for the early months.

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Parenting Tips
Ovia Parenting

Free tracking and evidence-based parenting tips organized by your baby’s age and stage.

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Learning at Home
PBS Kids for Parents

Activities, developmental tips, and free educational videos for babies through early elementary.

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Early Learning
Sesame Street in Communities

Free learning activities and videos for babies and toddlers — social-emotional learning made fun.

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Story Time
Storyline Online

Free videos of beloved children’s books read aloud by actors — perfect for screen time that actually builds literacy.

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Budget Support
WIC Program

Free food and nutrition support for eligible pregnant and postpartum women and young children.

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Budget Support
SNAP Benefits

Supplemental nutrition assistance for qualifying families — help with groceries so you can focus on your family.

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