For example, a change would be to ban whole milk, and require certain types and quantities of blocks and other toys. "Five ... five pencils brushes. This kind of thing," said Nicolosi.

Other legislation would ensure dolls are diverse with at least three races.

"This means precisely that (blocks) must be vinyl. So we'll hire another sum of money to buy blocks of vinyl, "says Nicolosi.

The Department of Human Services Colorado defends their dictates, saying laws to guard against neglect.

"The child care programs can not stick a kid in front of a TV for ten hours a day," said Colorado Department of Human Services spokeswoman Liz McDonough.