Welcome to Healthy Boulder Kids, a comprehensive resource dedicated to promoting children’s health, nutrition education, and family wellness. Our journey began in Boulder, Colorado, with a grassroots initiative focused on reducing sugar consumption among children and addressing childhood obesity through community action and education.
Our Mission
At Healthy Boulder Kids, we believe that every child deserves access to nutritious food, physical activity opportunities, and health education. Our mission is to provide families with evidence-based information, practical resources, and supportive community connections to help children develop healthy habits that last a lifetime.
While our roots are in Boulder’s 2016 public health initiatives, we’ve expanded our focus to address broader children’s health topics that affect families nationwide. We recognize that health challenges facing children today require multifaceted approaches that empower parents, educators, and communities.
What We Offer
Our website serves as a hub for families seeking reliable information on:
- Nutrition education and healthy eating strategies
- Reducing sugar consumption in children’s diets
- Physical activity recommendations for growing bodies
- Screen-free activities that promote development
- Natural approaches to common childhood health concerns
- Educational resources for families and schools
We strive to make health information accessible, practical, and actionable for busy families. Our content is regularly updated to reflect current research and best practices in children’s health and nutrition.
Our Approach
We believe in a balanced, evidence-based approach to children’s health that:
- Respects individual family circumstances and cultural traditions
- Focuses on positive, sustainable habits rather than restrictive approaches
- Acknowledges the social and environmental factors that influence health
- Promotes health equity and access for all children
- Encourages joyful relationships with food and physical activity
Our content draws on research from respected institutions like the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health’s Nutrition Source, as well as insights from pediatric health professionals, nutrition experts, and family wellness advocates.
Our History
Healthy Boulder Kids originated from a community initiative in Boulder, Colorado, that addressed children’s health through policy and education. The initiative gained national attention for its innovative approach to reducing sugar consumption and promoting healthier environments for children.
Building on this foundation, we’ve evolved into a broader resource that serves families interested in children’s health and wellness. While we honor our Boulder roots, our content now addresses universal challenges facing families across diverse communities.
You can learn more about our original initiative on our Ballot Measure 2H page, which preserves this important chapter in our history.
Connect With Us
We value community connection and welcome your questions, suggestions, and stories. Please visit our Contact page to reach out to our team. For information about how we handle your data and privacy, please review our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
Thank you for visiting Healthy Boulder Kids. We’re honored to be part of your family’s health journey.