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The week before New Year's, a lot of us feel motivated to start the year with healthier habits and a fresh outlook ahead. The week of the new year, we begin to implement those changes. Whether it’s fueling our body with more nutrient-dense food choices, consistent exercise or even beginning mental health therapy, we feel ready.

Lisa Koroma, is the owner of Mom Power Moves, a business coaching company for moms who plan on starting a business. Or two moms who want to share the responsibility for one business.

As we continue through the winter season, a common post resurfaces throughout social media. “If you see a child without a winter coat on, please do not assume the mother does not provide adequate winter clothing for her child.

Catherine Reitman, star of Netflix’s television series “Working Moms,” was recently interviewed on being a working mother herself as it relates to the content she produces and writes for the series. A quote from the interview has now viral. It reads: “Being a working mother is impossible.”

Mary Wilson, a SoulCore-certified instructor, offers 45-50 minutes classes where attendees imitate her body movements. During the class, she will often say, “Honor your body.”

Imagine a place where those with disabilities can participate in water skiing, dog sledding and other activities they never felt would be possible. A program that focuses on inclusivity and participation in community activities and events. The Therapeutic Recreation Program, located in Colorado Springs, does all this and more.

The holiday season is upon us and holiday festivities for those who want to make the most of it are abundant in Colorado Springs. Regardless of age, there is something to entice, entertain and put everyone in the holiday spirit.

The reflection of mortality and making the most of one’s (finite) life happens over brownies and tea. Coffey believes, “it’s easier to have a tender conversation with food.”  At the death café, people gather to eat cake. Coffey does brownies instead. The café's objective is to increase awareness about death with a view to helping others, according to the death cafe website.

Post-partum moms during the holidays take special understanding and consideration. Respect their boundaries and their wishes with the baby.

Once upon a time the typical child’s birthday party consisted of pizza, cupcakes, a sugary drink and pin the tail on the donkey. Those days have been replaced with children's birthday parties that some say are extravagant.