Responsibility starts with me. This holiday season I’m focusing on Mindfulness, Joyfulness, Safety, and Togetherness. I am also focusing on being a positive role model for my family, friends, and children. My goal going into the new year is to be a responsible advocate regarding alcohol consumption, underage drinking, and behaviors surrounding drinking. As you know, I have been… Read More
How to Keep Stress Low and Make the Most of Winter Break with Your Family
This week I was invited back to FOX 5 San Diego and I couldn’t have been more thrilled to be back in the studio! I loved the topic we discussed on the Morning Show because I believe it affects all families this time of year. I offered my expert advice and in this blog I want to share in more… Read More
How to Prevent Underage Drinking and Drunk Driving
For the last two years I have been a proud parent advocate for Responsibility.Org and have spent countless hours supporting their mission to help educate and encourage parents to have conversations with their children about alcohol and help prevent underage drinking and drunk driving. October is Substance Abuse Prevention Month and this week, specifically, is Red Ribbon Week,… Read More
How to Teach Kids Cultural Diversity at a Young Age
It’s always a good time to teach children about the world they live in. Kids will learn some aspects of cultural diversity and cultural competency in school, but the learning experience really starts at home with their parents. It’s summertime and with kids home for more hours than normal, and since they are probably telling you they are bored… Read More
How To Raise Independent Children
This morning I had the absolute honor of being invited to FOX 5 San Diego to give my expert parenting advice about “How to Raise Independent Children.” I had a wonderful LIVE conversation with Shally Zomorodi during the Morning News about the dangers of overparenting and how to honor and give children more space and autonomy. … Read More
A Guide to Keeping Your Kids Busy This Summer So You Get a Break
Want to know the top 3 secrets to keeping your kids busy this summer so you get a break? I’m spilling the tea on my practical strategies that will keep your kids busy all summer long and give you some time to yourself! Be Prepared In order to be effective in keeping your kids engaged and busy this… Read More
A Guide for Couples Transitioning to Parenthood
Couples can go through all sorts of transitions when they become first time parents. And some of the transitions aren’t easy. In fact, many studies have shown that the first year of transitioning into parenthood can be the hardest on a couple. So as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I have prepared some helpful tips and steps for you… Read More
A Guide to Help Kids Cope with Tragic Events & Navigating Parental Anxiety and Grief After a Traumatic Experience
Parents and children of all ages can be severely affected by current events, especially traumatic ones like the recent mass school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Individuals all over the world are seeking support, answers, education, and a sense of safety and control. Many of the fears we collectively experience as a society after a traumatic event are fueled by the… Read More
How to Positively Handle Punishment, Discipline, and Consequences
Last week I conducted a free, LIVE pod on the Peanut App regarding this topic. If you weren’t able to join me, I thought I would write a short recap about what I discussed! If you haven’t joined my community mom group called “The Parentologist Moms” on the app yet, you can join here. It’s a place where we can connect… Read More
Top 10 Sleep Habits for Overall Wellness
Today is World Sleep Day. It’s a day to celebrate sleep and bring global awareness to help others get a better night’s sleep. As a licensed mental health therapist, I know how vital a good night’s sleep is to function properly. Getting enough sleep and quality sleep seemed to come easy before I was a parent, but how can parents… Read More
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