Dr. Kim
This past February, Disney invited my family and I to the Disney Creators Celebration, an invitation only content creator experience for about 100 bloggers/influencers from all over the country. We were able to spend about 4 days at Walt Disney World and it was the first time my children were able to visit the magic at these parks. … 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
A few months ago I embarked on my very first Disney Cruise Line cruise when I was hosted for the Disney Creators Celebration and it was one of the most magical vacations of my life! There are so many ways to make memories on the trip and create your own family traditions. I learned that when you go… Read More
Have you ever lost your child in a public place? If so, do not be ashamed. Do not think you are a bad parent. It happens to almost every parent at some point in their child’s life. Whether it’s at the library, grocery store, or even at one of the Disney Parks, it happens often even if you are a… Read More
As a parent, I have been using this time at home with my children as a precious opportunity to talk to them about responsibility. I’m teaching them to do their chores, get their homework done, and what it means to take care of their minds and bodies, whether that means exercising, what food and drink they consume, how to self… Read More
