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Spreading Joy, Not Spirits: Creative Gift Ideas for Holiday Celebrations

Spreading Joy, Not Spirits: Creative Gift Ideas for Holiday Celebrations

This holiday season, let’s normalize giving hosts alternative gifts instead of alcohol for holiday celebrations. Sure, giving alcohol to a host at a holiday gathering may be traditional, but who even started that initiative and who says we have to abide by it in 2023? Well, I did my research, and although giving wine is centuries old and dates back… Read More

Awareness and Prevention, Education, Event Planning, Family, Gift Guide, Gifts, Health, Holidays, Learning, Lifestyle, Parenting, Wellness 0

Want Your Kids to Behave? Try These 5 Simple Things

Want Your Kids to Behave? Try These 5 Simple Things

The holiday season is quickly approaching, which means that your kids will be home with you for weeks while they are on school break. That being said, they will be spending a lot more time with you, and are going to be more susceptible to unwanted behaviors. From my professional expertise and personal experience, make sure these five parenting modifications… Read More

Behavior, Children, Education, Family, Holidays, Mental Health, Motherhood, parenthood, Parenting, Play 0

Learning Styles of Gen Alpha: How to Balance Technology with Our Youth

Learning Styles of Gen Alpha: How to Balance Technology with Our Youth

I was recently invited to be on the air with ABC 10 in San Diego, during a prime time back to school segment, about how parents can help balance technology with Generation Alpha children. We also talked about the learning styles of Gen Alpha and what parents can expect how to handle technology with this generation.   WHO IS GENERATION ALPHA?… Read More

Awareness and Prevention, Back To School, Children, Education, Parenting, San Diego, Television Media Appearances 0

Holding Space for Youth: What Parenting Mistakes to Avoid and How to Connect Thoughtfully

Holding Space for Youth: What Parenting Mistakes to Avoid and How to Connect Thoughtfully

It’s back to school time and adults all across the country are in full parenting mode, already diving in deep with dilemmas and drama and navigating the academic, social, and mental health pressures of their children. Parents want the best for their children, and do the best they can, but sometimes fall into some pitfalls that are difficult to manage,… Read More

Awareness and Prevention, Back To School, Education, Family, Mental Health, Parenting, Teenagers 0

How Suicide Affects Our Youth: What Parents Need To Know

How Suicide Affects Our Youth: What Parents Need To Know

Have you ever asked yourself how suicide affects our youth?   September is National Suicide Prevention Month and today is World Suicide Prevention Day so I want to take a moment and share how suicide affects our youth in our current culture today.   First and foremost, if you or someone you know needs help, please call or text the Suicide… Read More

Anxiety, Awareness and Prevention, Children, Depression, Education, Mental Health, Parenting, Teenagers 0

A Parent’s Guide: Safeguarding Your Child’s Mental Wellbeing

A Parent’s Guide: Safeguarding Your Child’s Mental Wellbeing

It’s officially back to school season and parents, as well as their children, are adapting to new schedules, new routines, new teachers, and new friends. As parents, we want to set our children up for success in school whether it be helping them with their homework or giving them advice on their peer relationships. But what about their mental health?… Read More

Awareness and Prevention, Back To School, Children, Education, Family, Learning, Mental Health, Parenting, San Diego, Teenagers, Television Media Appearances, Wellness 0

Authenticity in Self-Care: How to Avoid Falling Into Faux Wellness Trends

Authenticity in Self-Care: How to Avoid Falling Into Faux Wellness Trends

Let’s do a mental health check-in! We are half-way through the year, and even though new year resolutions aren’t trending this time of year, it’s never too late in the year to start making positive changes in your life and prioritizing your mental health. In fact, any day is a good day to hit pause and reflect on your values… Read More

Awareness and Prevention, Education, Mental Health, Motherhood, parenthood, Parenting, Self-Care, Wellness 0

Supporting Your Teen: Navigating Social Media Safety

Supporting Your Teen: Navigating Social Media Safety

I was recently invited to a very intimate and important conversation with Meta called Supporting Families: Navigating Teen Online Safety, Together. I learned from industry experts and technology leaders on how to support our kids on social media and also how to keep them safe online.          As a mom of a pre-teen, who is already begging for a… Read More

Awareness and Prevention, Education, Events, Family, Parenting, Safety, Teenagers 0

Teen Safety: A Guide to Taking Uber Rides Solo

Teen Safety: A Guide to Taking Uber Rides Solo

I had the honor of being on FOX 5 San Diego this morning discussing a very topical and important topic: teen safety. I joined anchor Shally Zomorodi and FOX 5 Legal Analyst, Wendy Patrick at the anchor desk for a deep dive conversation.         Uber rolled out a nationwide program today in 28 cities that lifts age restrictions for… Read More

Awareness and Prevention, Children, Development, Education, Family, Lifestyle, Parenting, Safety, Teenagers 0

How To Support Your Child’s Mental Health

How To Support Your Child’s Mental Health

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the Governor of California, Gavin Newsom, recently issued a proclamation declaring that the first week of May is Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week from May 1-May 7. And fun fact, May 7th is Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day, which also happens to be my birthday!       That’s why I was thrilled… Read More

Anxiety, Awareness and Prevention, Behavior, Children, Depression, Education, Family, Mental Health, Parenting, Teenagers, Toddlers, Wellness 0

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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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