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Note: I received this as an "anonymous question", but it doesn't really make sense for it to be anonymous....so I'm putting it here.

Hi,

I am a new father, to a 3 month old named Nora. I am staying at home (and working remotely via computer 20 hrs/wk) with her while mom (who is a resident at the Univ. of CO) is quite busy. I am looking for Dads to get out and stay active, share tips/tricks, and even trade occasional care. I live at 11th and York - close to Cheesman Park, the Botanic Gardens & Congress Park.

Is Denver Dad a network that may have some opportunities for me and the lil' one? Are you aware of any other Dads in my neighborhood or other resources to help me find other Dads?

Thanks,

Jake


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Submitted by admin on Fri, 10/17/2008 - 9:28pm.

MileHiDad
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Welcome

Hey Jake welcome and register here. As far as I know, the Denver Dads playgroup on this site disbanded about a year ago unless DB knows different. I am in Castle Rock, kind of far south to network with 3 bucks and change for a gallon. Other Denver Dads are here now and then so just keep checking in and somebody may respond.
In the mean time, on nice days hang for a while at the zoo, its possible to meet like minded people there. It is the one place I found to work the best for networking it if you can get past walking up to other men and saying "so, you also a stay at home dad?" They will either run from or relate to you.
Good luck and get out and work it with Nora, things will eventually happen with both moms and dads who are the PCP, but be patient, things will not happen fast.
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-MHD


Fri, 10/17/2008 - 9:48pm

Albyonfloats
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Welcome from the north side

I haven't found an organized group of at-home-dads specifically, but instead found them individually through my social network of my kids' activities. My boys play ice hockey & my daughter does gymnastics so aside from the time I spend there networking, I barely have time to come on here & chat you guys up, let alone arrange play dates.

I'm in Broomfield on the north end of town & I met 3 S@HDs @ the park (though it was back in the summer) in my 2nd week back in Colorado, mainly due to my willingness to walk up to any man (who was sans wife but with children) & ask him. Sooner or later, you'll either meet someone who is a S@HD or someone will know someone who is & you can work an introduction that way. You're in an area that should have a good base or at least have some nearby. When you meet them, tell them about this site & find out if they have a group or start organizing your own group. One thing about Coloradans that I've found is that they are more accepting of us than most. Most of the women I've met at parks/playgrounds & parking lots have been very positive. Not ALL of them, but more here than in L.A. so just be yourself.

MileHiDad had it right....be PATIENT!!! Just like with the kids, this is a marathon, not a sprint & it will take some time. In the meantime, come here to vent with the rest of us. It isn't a beer with your bro's, but some days it's the only thing that keeps me sane; knowing I'm not alone.

Welcome!

Making it look difficult. Living the dream.


Tue, 10/21/2008 - 12:25am

jpod00
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Howdy!

Jake,

There is a local group, Denver_Dads(at)yahoo(dot)com. It is, however, fairly widespread. There are usually events down south near Parker and Highlands Ranch on Fridays. Also, there are lees reliable events up north earlier in the week. Check Yahoo Groups to find Denver_Dads, but be sure to use the one WITH the underscore. The one with out it is the defunct one.

If you feel like trekking a way, head out to the Butterfly Pavillion tomorrow. I'm planning to bring two of my boys there at around 10:00.

Jim
Boulder, CO
Dad to Cole, Luke & Trev


Tue, 10/21/2008 - 2:44pm

B-Dub
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Wow, I live a block away from you

Greetings Jake,

I'm at 12th and Josephine. I've been a SAHD for 6 years. I have found no organized group in this neighborhood. As stated above, I have found that Denverites are very accepting of us dads.

I don't have time now to type much. If you want to talk more you can e-mail at abwidmann@comcast.net

Brian


Tue, 12/23/2008 - 1:49am

Uke_Skywalker
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Denver Dads is Still kickin'

We had a great Dad's Night Out this month, and the south side guys still get together every Friday. One of the reasons people might have thought that DD had folded was because all of my kids are in school now, so I have not been getting to athomedad.org as much as I used to and blabbing about stuff (when are these empty days when the kids are all in school going to show up?), BUT I have every bit of faith that the south side guys (they all have little ones) will continue on, and this summer, when everyone gets out of school, we are going to have a tour around Denver trying to get a Central group going, and visiting all the Northsiders groups we can!!

dB
Father of three,
Mac (6), Tavie(5), and Buddy(4)
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Denver_Dad/


Thu, 01/01/2009 - 11:56pm

mayajean
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Brit dad new in town

hey everybody , brit dad just moved to congress park area with denver born wife and our little maya (7mths) , interested in meeting up for a few laughs and stories etc , interests are music , football( premier league soccer) fantasy sports leagues .

wife is senior exec in IT , just spent last 4 years in india & singapore working and now at home with maya . Would like to meet up for beers with the dads and meet ups with the dads and little ones.

cheers

Wayne


Mon, 01/05/2009 - 11:40am

Wickerman
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Washington Park Area Dad

I've got a 3 yr old daughter that I stay home with and would be up for meeting people in similar situations--either for a kids "playdate" or beers etc. in the metro area.  I don't follow premier soccer league, but I do love a good Guinness and if someone could please explain cricket to me...any other Dad-type groups out there in metro Denver?

Thanks,

Brian


Thu, 01/15/2009 - 2:52pm

mayajean
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cricket

hey brian,

 

best to say that cricket is baseball in 3D HA HA HA , Seriously though w ecan hook up with the kids soon and discuss sport in general etc , email me at wahodges72@gmail.com.

 

cheers

 

Wayne


Fri, 01/16/2009 - 12:26pm

Debroglie
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Castle Rock

I'm just going to tag this on here, as I don't have time to find the right spot. Sorry.

 

I'm (age 32) in Castle Rock, taking care of Linus (15 mo.). If anyone wants to get together in the Rock, I'm game for just about anything that will get me out of the house.

Ben

deneault@colorado.edu


Thu, 02/19/2009 - 2:15pm

janirthorndike
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Central Denver

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Fri, 09/24/2010 - 1:10pm

Anil
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What fun it must be for the

What fun it must be for the SAHDs to have a platform where they can interact and help each other out!! With so may stay home dads these days, I am sure they will find forums like this very helpful to relax from the monotony of “baby-sitting” and other “baby-related” chores!! Really enjoyed hanging around here and will get a couple of my friends who are looking for a place like this to get to know other SAHDs!!


Tue, 12/14/2010 - 7:22am

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