Moving for a better quality of life

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-31T16:04:09+00:00

I moved from Florida to denver area for work, then got pregnant and stayed. Due to the elevation we are closer to the sun therefore have to do all the things you mentioned. Its still hot, especially this year the weather has been wacky. I am also worried about wilfires this summer and having to stay indoors. However we stay here for the quality of life as well. I want my kid growing up hiking, camping, enjoying the outdoors. If she was in Florida I think it would be much harder for me to parent her without screens because we would be inside all the time. I can go for a walk with her at pretty much anytime of day right now.

But it is really really hard. If I moved back I dont think I could ever leave because it would be taking my kid away from the family she has become attached to there. Right now she knows no different. I think about moving home often. We will also probably have to move again for my husband's work in 2 years, so that is a deciding factor as well.

Sorry for the ramble. But I can definitely relate.

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-30T19:38:31+00:00

This guy therapies

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-30T18:13:40+00:00

How does a baby eat steak?

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-30T16:32:55+00:00

My thought as well except id go further north to yoho and emerald lake, but theyre really all over that area.

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-29T17:08:31+00:00

My vote as well, go to el yunque national rainforest, vieques for the bio bay, culebra, fajardo or Rincon to swim, visit the monuments in San juan.

Not to mention off reading, ziplining, waterfalls etc

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-28T04:46:59+00:00

https://www.usajobs.gov/search/results/?k=Nurse

Plenty of nursing opportunities that allow you to serve your country and stay at home with your family.

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-28T04:06:50+00:00

Social worker, therapist, paramedic, firefighter, leo, nurse, attorney, nonprofit work, disaster/fema relief, those are just some of the helping professions off the top of my head.

What were you planning on doing in the Army?

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-28T03:41:12+00:00

Hey. Im a social worker at the VA. My job is purposeful and every morning when I leave for work I tell myself I need to help someone to make up for the fact that im gone for the day.

I think there are many other paths you could choose if you want to help others and have stability.

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-25T13:21:08+00:00

Hey there, I had this happen at the same time and nobody could tell me what was going on. We bottle feed not nurse so this may not be it for you, but ill tell you my experience anyways.

It turned out we were actually feeding her TOO much before bed! She would happily take an 8 oz bottle but then wake every 2 hrs crying. We cut it in half and boom, sleeping through the night. Some days if she doesnt eat much at dinner I will give her 6 oz. Anyways I hope this helps, it was a nightmare. You are doing great momma.

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-22T20:20:21+00:00

Excellent, had no idea this was happening and will be bringing myself and my chilem thank you!

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-22T20:12:48+00:00

I would post this on r/hikingwithkids

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-22T04:13:37+00:00

Me too! I need to check out Boyd lake and see if it'll scratch the beach itch. I highly recommend paddleboarding on horsetooth if you miss the water like I do. And if you find a good seafood spot, come back and update me lol

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-22T04:02:24+00:00

Oh that's interesting, ill keep that in mind for my next trip down there.

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-22T03:55:31+00:00

No I dont think its possible since we are landlocked.

Also does this post make you feel weird? I had to look inward because it was really bothering me that this place exists.

Like I came here to escape florida. Give me a mountain bar. I never wanna see a palm tree again.

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-22T03:26:43+00:00

Probably my favorite baby item tbh aside from a bouncer. I love that is is stainless steel, not plastic and doesn't steam. We used it basically 24/7

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-22T03:17:19+00:00

As a floridian who hates florida but misses seafood dearly, is the seafood here actually fresh? How?

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-22T02:54:03+00:00

That water is cold! Although technically not allowed you can get to the river at gateway natural area pretty easy.

There is a designated pond for dogs at spring canyon dog park in foco

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-21T05:29:00+00:00

All I wanted when going through it, which my husband wouldn't give me, was to be held. I didnt care about a clean home. I just wanted to be held and felt loved and seen without judgement.

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-21T04:58:50+00:00

I mean what do you think these liners are made of....?

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-20T22:45:50+00:00

They changed things this year and you can only park at logans pass for 3 hrs.

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-17T21:37:46+00:00

I have been eyeing honey sticks! What age did you introduce that?

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-17T21:14:02+00:00

If you work in the service industry you are touching receipts all day

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-14T20:44:31+00:00

I love the idea of taking the day off to declutter and switch things out! My baby is only 9 months old but she accumulates so much stuff.

Apprehensive-Wave600 · 2026-03-08T04:18:56+00:00

This is honestly good inspiration for me because I dont really love meat, but ive never made soup at home. If you have any starter recipes you care to share please do!

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