Dr. Kim
Adulting is Hard Summer is coming to an end and many parents are prepping for their children to go back to school, except, this year they will be assisting their children in distant learning as the pandemic continues, adding even more stress than we’ve seen in the last few months. Parents are wearing multiple hats and are busier than… Read More
This is a sponsored post. See full disclaimer at the bottom of the post. When I first started my blog, one of my main objectives was to educate others. I wanted to talk about a variety of topics I was passionate about including parenting, education, therapy, and health. Sometimes I get lucky and these topics overlap organically each other, which… Read More
I have said it before but it’s important to say it again… DO YOU KNOW THAT DROWNING IS THE LEADING CAUSE OF NON ACCIDENTAL CHILDHOOD DEATH FOR CHILDREN 1-4 AND A CHILD CAN SINK TO THE BOTTOM OF A POOL IN 2 1/2 SECONDS? Unfortunately the statistics are true. But drowning can be prevented. Here are some ways you… Read More
DO YOU KNOW THAT DROWNING IS THE LEADING CAUSE OF NON ACCIDENTAL CHILDHOOD DEATH FOR CHILDREN 1-4 AND A CHILD CAN SINK TO THE BOTTOM OF A POOL IN 2 1/2 SECONDS? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 77% of deaths involve children younger than 5, and on average, there are approximately 356 drowning deaths a… Read More
As you know, I have been a BIG fan of Toddleroo by North States products for years. I have exclusively used their baby gates and play yards since my son was less than a year old. (I linked previous blogs below) As a mom, there is nothing more important than my children’s safety. And Toddleroo is a brand I love… Read More
We were so excited when we saw the announcement that the San Diego Zoo was reopening (again) after being shut down again due to mandatory stay at home orders! We have been annual members for years and couldn’t wait to visit the animals and do something familiar in our hometown during quarantine. I was really apprehensive at first…. Read More
As a nationally recognized play therapist, I know play is a proven learning tool and used a critical way to teach children. And as an educator, I love providing parents resources that can be used in a way children respond to most in a language they understand. Puppets, for example, are an excellent way to teach children about racism, and… Read More
It’s been a heavy week filled with so much tragedy and injustice. As parents it’s our responsibility to educate our children on how to be the best person they can be, teach them how to be kind, help them navigate problems to help them find solutions, and how make good decisions and stand up for what is right. As parents… Read More
It’s Memorial Day weekend, a time to remember and honor fallen men and women who have protected our country and a weekend that typically signifies the end of the school year and the kick off to summer. It’s also a weekend that many people around the country traditionally celebrate by having pool parties, neighborhood barbecues, beach bonfires, and family gatherings. Often times there are… Read More
Have you ever noticed the moment you say NO, DON’T or STOP your children automatically become defensive and possibly more defiant? Even as adults, when we hear we can’t or aren’t allowed to do something, it can trigger feelings of anger and rejection and we might want to act out more. What if I told you that you could avoid… Read More
