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The 3rd Annual Magical Media Retreat

The 3rd Annual Magical Media Retreat

That’s a wrap on the 3rd annual Magical Media Retreat! If you aren’t familiar with what the Magical Media Retreat is, it is a weekend retreat for bloggers content creators, small shop owners, and other digital professionals! I co-host this yearly event with my friends, and fellow digital creators/bloggers, Justine from Little Dove Blog and Jenny from Princess Turned Mom…. Read More

Blogging, Disney, Disneyland, Education, Event Planning, Events, Southern California, Travel, Vacation, Women 1

An Inside Look at The 2nd Annual Magical Media Retreat

An Inside Look at The 2nd Annual Magical Media Retreat

In March, my friends Jenny from Princess Turned Mom and Justine from Little Dove Blog and I co-hosted our second annual Magical Media Retreat in Anaheim, California! The Magical Media Retreat is a conference for newer bloggers, content creators, and or small shop owners to network with each other and enrich their education in the digital space. In addition to… Read More

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Behind the Scenes at The Magical Media Blogger Retreat

Behind the Scenes at The Magical Media Blogger Retreat

When I first started my blog, I didn’t know a single soul who also blogged. I was alone and on my own to learn the business. I slowly but surely started going to blogger conferences and meeting more bloggers, and each time I went learned a little more about how to grow my blog and monetize my business. Being a… Read More

Blogging, Business, Event Planning, Events, Southern California, Travel, Vacation, Wellness, Women 1

Influencer Monetization: What Does It Take?

Influencer Monetization: What Does It Take?

  Have you ever thought about becoming an influencer? Are you wondering what it takes? How do you get started? How much time you’ll have to spend working? How much you’ll actually earn?      Honestly when I first created my brand four years ago, I had no idea what an influencer was. I remember the first time someone called… Read More

Blogging, Business, Goals 0

The Best of 2019: Top 15 Highlights of the Year

The Best of 2019: Top 15 Highlights of the Year

This year has been filled with some major health, financial, and personal challenges but there have a lot of highlights and accomplishments throughout the year that I want to focus on! As many of you know, I battled an early stage of breast cancer for the second time in 7 years, and had a partial mastectomy, reconstruction, and radiation over the… Read More

Blogging, Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer Awareness, Children, Disney, Disneyland, Events, Family, Lifestyle, Local TV, Motherhood, parenthood, Parenting, Play, Southern California, Television Media Appearances, TODAY Parenting Team, Travel, Vacation 0

Let’s Talk About: The Best of 2018

Let’s Talk About: The Best of 2018

I’ve been doing a lot of reflecting this past month of where I have been and where I want to go – personally and professionally. I have had a great year with so many great experiences, blessings, opportunities, and accomplishments. I have hit or surpassed so many of my goals and am very proud of what I’ve done but I… Read More

Blogging, Business, Disneyland, Events, Goals, LEGOLAND, Motherhood, parenthood, Parenting, Play, San Diego, Southern California, Television Media Appearances, Travel, Vacation 0

Let’s Talk About: Princesses Make More Magic

Let’s Talk About: Princesses Make More Magic

“If your heart is in your dream. No request is too extreme. When you wish upon a star. As dreamers do. Fate is Kind” – Louis Armstrong (Pinocchio)     I am still pinching myself about the event my friend Jenny from Princess Turned Mom and I hosted this past month at the Napa Rose restaurant at the Grand Californian Hotel at Disneyland. We… Read More

Blogging, Disneyland, Event Planning, Events, Food, Motherhood, Restaurant Review, Southern California 0

Let’s Talk About: The History and Mission of Hosting Disney Mom Events

Let’s Talk About: The History and Mission of Hosting Disney Mom Events

When my dear friend Jenny from Princess Turned Mom and I teamed up to plan our first event, our mission was to connect, collaborate, and cultivate friendships with other local mom bloggers who had a similar passion for everything Disney! Jenny is a gem of a human being and I couldn’t be more honored and blessed to have partnered with… Read More

Blogging, Disneyland, Event Planning, Events, Motherhood, Southern California 2

Let’s Talk About: Princesses Take on Tea

Let’s Talk About: Princesses Take on Tea

“Laughter is timeless, imagination has no age, dreams are forever” – Walt Disney Disney really does make everything magical. As a long time Disney lover, having a Classic Afternoon Tea to share with friends at Steakhouse 55 in the Disneyland Hotel was on my Disney bucket list, and my dream finally came true! We had the private dining room all… Read More

Blogging, Disneyland, Event Planning, Events, Gift Guide, Gifts, Lifestyle, Motherhood, Parenting, Parenting Products, Play, Southern California, Toddlers, Travel, Vacation, Women 0

Let’s Talk About: Bloggers, Burgers, and Bubbly – A 1909 Experience

Let’s Talk About: Bloggers, Burgers, and Bubbly – A 1909 Experience

A couple of weeks ago I had the privilege of organizing a local influencer/blogger event called Bloggers, Burgers, and Bubbly hosted by the esteemed 1909 restaurant in Old Town Temecula. Considered the hottest restaurant in the city, we were excited to gather at a private table on the back patio. When we arrived the table was set with the most beautiful… Read More

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Hello! I am Dr. Kim and I am The Parentologist! I am first and foremost a wife and a mom. I am also a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Play Therapist. I hope through my professional and personal experience we can collaborate with each other on how to better ourselves and our relationships with our families and our children.

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Hello! I am Dr. Kim and I am The Parentologist! I am first and foremost a wife and a mom. I am also a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Play Therapist. I hope through my professional and personal experience we can collaborate with each other on how to better ourselves and our relationships with our families and our children. Read More…

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🇺🇸 What a monumental day in history we had t 🇺🇸 What a monumental day in history we had today! 🇺🇸

As soon as we woke up I started educating my children, specifically my daughter, on what the inauguration meant and why today was such a special day in history. We both were glued to the television as we watched @kamalaharris be sworn in as the first Black South Asian woman Vice President and @joebiden be sworn in as the 46th President of the United States. We also were powerfully moved hearing @amandascgorman - the youngest inaugural poet in history recite “The Hill We Climb.” 

My daughter was so excited to participate and recite the Pledge of Allegiance with the rest of the county and she was so proud to see and be a part of history in the making. I haven’t been to Washington D.C. in about 8 years but I promised I would take her one day when the pandemic is over. 

In the meantime, I have a fun fact for you! Did you know that President Joe Biden and I both graduated from the same university? Yep! We both went to @syracuseu 🍊 And in fact, @joebiden is the first @syracuseu alumnus to become President of the United States! 

📸: @chrissywphoto #inauguration #inagurationday #inaguration2021 #joebiden #kamalaharris #presidentbiden #syracuseuniversity #syracuse #syracuseu #historyismade #madamvicepresident #mommyandme #46thpresident #sandiego #sandiegoblogger #momblogger #parentingblogger #motherhood
This time of year is notorious for dry air, allerg This time of year is notorious for dry air, allergies, and sinus trouble. #ad 

And since I work from home, it can get quite noisy and distracting with my husband and two children here, so sometimes I get my best work done in the comfort of my own bed. And the best part is that I can have my new @crane_usa “4 in 1” cool mist humidifier on at all times with essential oils to help with overall wellness and since it comes with a sound machine I can block out the other noises in the house! 

And at night, it helps my sinuses as I sleep, especially when the dry air of the heater is on, and it has a nightlight so my kids can see where they are going in the middle of the night when they inevitably need water or a hug! 

This is our 6th #cranehumidifier style and it’s my favorite one yet! Check out my stories for a closer look! 👀 #happyhealthyhumidity 

#humidifier #coldandflu #humidifiers #peaceandquiet #workingfromhome #workingmom #working #coldandfluseason #coldandflurelief #winter #winterstyle #wintertime #wintervibes #winter2021 #wahm #wahmlife #wahmlifestyle #workfromhomemom #workfromhomelife #workfromhome #workathomemom #workathome #workathomelife #newmom #babyshowergift #sinusrelief
{New Blog Post} “How to Teach Children Gratitude {New Blog Post} “How to Teach Children Gratitude” 🌱✨🌸

Throwing it back to one of the first mommy and me photos I ever posted on my feed because I’ve been teaching my daughter about gratitude since she was this little, possibly even younger (she is two here for reference)! 

Gratitude is such an important virtue and must have trait to build a child’s character. It also shows therapeutic benefits when you show gratitude to others, so why wouldn’t you want to make it a priority to teach and instill in your children? 

In this blog, I have suggestions for how to teach children gratitude broken down by ages and stages from infancy to teenage years, while also including some conversation prompts, and links to my favorite gratitude journals for busy families that we use here at home! 

Find the direct link to read in my bio and stories! I also published similar articles on @todayparents and @redtricycle if you follow me there! #drkimblog
DOUBLE TAP if you agree!! 🙋🏼‍♀️ I am DOUBLE TAP if you agree!! 🙋🏼‍♀️

I am that mom who wants to do it all and when I get overwhelmed or start suffering from a major case of burnout, I feel guilty if I take a break instead of giving my body and mind permission to slow down or even stop. 

As moms we often feel guilty if we take a break or believe we are perceived as weak if we ask for help. I have learned that the more I ask for help and the more time I take for myself, the better I am for my children. 

Guilt is an emotional response to something you perceived you did wrong, but when you experience unnecessary guilt, it’s counterproductive to healing and helping you with what you need most. So give it a try and let me know how you are going to take a break and not feel guilty about it this week below in the comments! ⤵️ #drkimparentingtips #theparentologist #drkimparentingadvice
DOUBLE TAP if you used to love Hello Kitty when yo DOUBLE TAP if you used to love Hello Kitty when you were little - and still do! 🙋🏼‍♀️🐱#ad

I am so excited to have all of these new items from the @erincondren Hello Kitty collection that launched today to keep work fun, playful, and reminiscent of childhood - something all adults need a little more of, am I right? 

The collection is all about organization, kindness, and friendship. My favorite piece of the collection is the “Daily Kindness and Joy Journal” that boldly says BE KIND, BE NICE, REPEAT on the front cover but I am also pretty obsessed with the Hello Kitty x Erin Condren Pencil Case and Vegan Leather Padfolio! 

Swipe to see my business attire on top and activewear on the bottom work style! 😉 And head to my stories to see it all up close and for your convenience I have everything linked for you http://liketk.it/35XZC and make sure to follow me at THEPARENTOLOGIST @liketoknow.it  for more of my favorites!!! #liketkit #erincondren
{New Blog Post} “Sensory Play, Pretend Play, and {New Blog Post} “Sensory Play, Pretend Play, and Role Play Ideas for Children with Autism” 🧩 🧸 🚂 ⚽️ 
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For the last 3 years I have spent my career therapeutically helping families and children of all ages on the Autism Spectrum. Play has been a fundamental way for many of my clients to communicate if they are non-verbal. And some of my clients have had to be taught how to play with a toy or another person. The play ideas listed on the blog can be used with children with or without special needs. Play is a universal way a child can explore their world in a way that makes sense to them and cultivate imagination, creativity, and fun! As a Registered Play Therapist, I love the work I do and couldn’t be prouder of the progress my clients have made with play over the years! #drkimblog
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{New Blog Post} ✨🌱🧴“Ways to Take Control {New Blog Post} ✨🌱🧴“Ways to Take Control of Your Eczema” #ad 
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These winter months have been so dry and my eczema has been flaring up. Can anyone relate? For decades I have used a variety of treatment options from over-the-counter ointments and lotions to doctor prescribed steroid medication. In today’s blog, I am partnering with @mediqcme to share more of my story and struggles with atopic dermatitis as well as some new treatment options! If you or a loved one suffer from eczema or atopic dermatitis it’s a must read! 
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Plus there is a survey at the end of the blog you can fill out and opt in to be entered to win 1 of 10 VISA gift cards! 🙌🏻 Link in bio and in stories! #itchyskinhelp #drkimblog
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{New Blog Post} 🌿 “How to Utilize Play to Get {New Blog Post} 🌿 “How to Utilize Play to Get Your Kids to Do What You Want” 
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As a Registered Play Therapist, play is the foundation to the way I help children conceptualize and conquer the world. Play is second nature to children and the way they respond to many of life’s obstacles. Sometimes as parents, it is easy to get into a power match with your children, especially when you want your children to comply with a request and they won’t budge. When this happens, we need to change the way our adult mind thinks and switch it to the way a child thinks. Instead of giving them a punitive consequence, try these play recommendations that can be used with children as young as toddlerhood all the way to adolescents! #drkimblog 
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#playtherapy #playtherapist #therapistsofinstagram #playoutsidethebox #learningthruplay #playbasedlearning #learningthroughplay #learningisfun #parenting #parentingtips #parenting101 #parentingteens #parentingtweens #parentingtoddlers #parentingadvice #parentingexpert #parentingblogger #parentingblog #newblogpost #ontheblog #momswhoblog #parenthood #toddlerproblems #toddlermom #behaviortherapist #behaviortherapy #positiveparentingsolutions #positiveparentingtips #positiveparenting
{New Blog Post} “Tips on How To Set Goals Effect {New Blog Post} “Tips on How To Set Goals Effectively in 2021” ✨ 
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It’s is usually around this time that I start thinking of the goals I want to accomplish for the year. And whether you believe in making resolutions, affirmations, or goals, it is time to be proactive!! On the blog, I outlined an organizational system I use year after year to help me accomplish my goals. And I hope they work for you!! 
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#2021 #2021goals #goals #goalsetting #goalgetter #goalsettingtips #goalsetter #goalsetting2021 #goalcrusher #momhustle #snowday #snowman #newgoals #newgoals2021 #mommyandme #letthembelittle #letthembekids #letthemplay #playoutside #playoutdoors #playoutsidethebox #familyday #familyfun #familysnowday
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