Family Resources
A curated collection of trusted online resources, Denver area activities, and family support tools — all in one place.
💡 All resources are free or include free tiers unless otherwise noted. Updated regularly by the PioCare team.
Trusted Resources for Parents
📚 Parenting Information & Guidance
Baby care, sleep, feeding, safety guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics
Developmental guidance, parenting tips, resources for babies & toddlers
Child development milestones, health & safety tips
Articles, community forums, baby tracking
Baby growth tracking, articles, community support
🤝 Local Support & Parent Groups
Free breastfeeding support and local groups
Free online support groups for postpartum parents
Free parenting programs, storytimes, and baby development classes
Free new parent classes (CPR, feeding, baby care)
🧠 Mental Health & Wellbeing
Free counseling resources and referrals
24/7 confidential help for mental health issues
Free tiers available for mental wellness apps
👶 Baby & Child Health
Reliable health information for babies and children
Evidence-based vaccine guidance for parents
Safe sleep guidelines for infants
🏫 Childcare & Early Education
Free access to vetted nannies, babysitters, and occasional childcare support
Find licensed childcare providers, quality ratings, and early education info
Free early childhood education for qualifying families
💰 Budgeting & Practical Support
Free food and nutrition support for eligible families
Grocery assistance for qualifying families
Free diapers, wipes, and baby supplies programs
📱 Apps & Tools for Tracking
Baby mental development tracking app
Tracks feeding, sleep, and diaper changes
Free tracking and parenting tips
🎓 Education & Learning at Home
Activities, developmental tips, and free educational videos
Free learning activities for babies & toddlers
Free videos of books read aloud by actors
Family Activities & Attractions
| Venue | Hours | Address | Pricing | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Botanic Gardens | Thurs–Tues 9am–4pm; Wed 9am–2:30pm | 1007 York St, Denver | Under 2: Free; Ages 3–15: $11; Adults: $15 | Membership from $65/year |
| Butterfly Pavilion | Mon–Sun 9am–5pm | 6252 W 104th Ave, Westminster | Under 2: Free; Ages 2–12: $9.95; Adults: $12.95 | Membership from $70+ |
| CANDEELAND Kids | Mon–Thurs 10am–8pm; Fri 10am–9pm; Sat–Sun 9am–9pm | 7969 E Arapahoe Rd, Greenwood Village | 1 hr: $20/child; Unlimited: $25/child; 6-pack: $120 | Infants under 12mo: $1 w/ paid sibling |
| Children’s Museum | Mon–Sun 9am–4pm | 2121 Children’s Museum Dr, Denver | Under 1: Free; Ages 1+: $18 | Membership from $170+/year |
| Colorado Railroad Museum | Tues–Sun 9am–5pm | 17155 W 44th Ave, Golden | Under 2: Free; Ages 2–17: $5; Adults: $10 | Membership from $80+/year |
| Denver Aquarium | Mon–Thurs 10am–9pm; Fri–Sat 10am–10pm; Sun 10am–8pm | 700 Water St, Denver | Under 2: Free; Ages 3–11: $19.99; Adults: $35.50 | Membership from $179+/year |
| Denver Firefighters Museum | Tues–Sat 10am–4pm | 1326 Tremont Pl, Denver | Under 3: Free; Ages 3–12: $7; Adults: $9 | — |
| Denver Museum of Nature & Science | Mon–Sun 9am–5pm | 2001 Colorado Blvd, Denver | Under 3: Free; Ages 3–18: $14; Adults: $19 | Membership from $100+/year |
| Denver Zoo | Mon–Sun 9am–4pm (hours vary seasonally) | 2300 Steele St, Denver | Under 2: Free; Ages 3–11: $14; Adults: $18 | Membership from $95+/year |
| Elitch Gardens | Seasonal — check website | 2000 Elitch Cir, Denver | Under 2: Free; Ages 2+: varies | Season passes available |
A Personal Note from Maddy
This resource list is something I’ve built over years of working with Denver families. If you know of a resource that should be here, or if something is out of date, please reach out! I update this regularly and love hearing from the community. 🤍