It’s officially summer break and it’s time to go outside and have fun! My children and I are very active, especially in the warm summer months, and I have always wanted to compile all of our summer adventures on one list, so I am very excited to also share it with you! Most children love a visual they can follow… Read More
Cooking 20 New Magical Recipes This Summer with Dole’s Healthy-Living Cooking Initiative Inspired by Disney’s Ultimate Princess Celebration
Are you looking for a little extra magic this summer? Well, you have come to the right place! One of our family’s summer bucket list items was cooking in the kitchen more. I am so excited to share that I am collaborating with Dole Food Company again for their newest initiative “A Recipe for Courage and Kindness”, which includes 20 new… Read More
San Diego Staycation at the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort and Spa
My family and I just had the best staycation at the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa. The main reason we picked this location is because of its proximity to LEGOLAND California. The resort is literally next door to the theme park and even has a private entrance and parking lot! It was our first time staying at… Read More
THE LEGO® MOVIE™ WORLD AT LEGOLAND CALIFORNIA
My family and I were so excited to be invited to celebrate the GRAND OPENING of the new THE LEGO® MOVIE™ WORLD at LEGOLAND CALIFORNIA this past week. As media, we were able to go inside the park before it opened to the public for a special breakfast and witness the exclusive Grand Opening Ceremony! Afterwards, we… Read More
Top 5 Creative & Effective Ways to Help Your Child Say Goodbye to Their Pacifier
Your baby or toddler are pacifier obsessed and you are ready to wean them. But how do you do it that won’t traumatize them or make your job as a parent more difficult? Most pediatricians and dentists recommend that children get rid of a pacifier by the age of 3, but if you are concerned, ask your personal medical… Read More
Top 10 Reasons to Set Sail on the Enchanted Disney Wish
Last year my family and I embarked on our very first ever Disney Cruise Line vacation on the Disney Dream when we were magically invited to attend the Disney Creators Celebration. We had the most special time and we can’t wait to go on another Disney cruise! And I’m not the only one who fell in love with Disney… Read More
Top 7 Temper Tantrum Tips
As a licensed child therapist with over a decade of experience, I work with a lot of children that engage in temper tantrums. Although it can be argued that this is a developmental milestone and is typical for most children, there are still ways parents and caregivers can help minimize the severity of the temper tantrum. I usually ask parents… Read More
Sleep Training Tips for Babies and Toddlers
As a child therapist and mom of two small children, I often get asked about sleep training. Although I’m not a trained sleep consultant, I have been conducting sleep consultations with parents across the nation for quite some time based on the knowledge I have as a behavioral therapist. For me sleep training is about self-regulation, low anxiety, and having… Read More
Celebrating National Superhero Day with PJ Masks
It’s National Superhero Day and we are celebrating with Catboy, Owlette, and Gekko from PJ Masks! Today our superpower is having fun and we are spending the day listening to music, dancing, and making sweet treats inspired by our favorite nighttime heroes! I love a good themed party and so the first thing we did was decorate our kids table with various PJ… Read More
Redefining Motherhood and Mental Health
For years I would feel guilty if I did anything for myself that didn’t include my children. I felt like if I did, I was betraying them somehow. Taking time away from them wasn’t an option. But I also noticed that when I didn’t make my mental wellbeing a priority, I would became suffocated by stress and even some resentment…. Read More
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