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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

Paradise Perfected: Family Travel Bliss at the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa

Paradise Perfected: Family Travel Bliss at the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa

Luxury family travel has a whole new meaning when you are in Hawaii, especially when you are staying at the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa. This sun-kissed tropical paradise is located in the heart of the island. It is a luxury oasis with lush gardens and acres of pools that also offers ocean view dining, rooms with private lanais, championship… Read More

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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

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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

Luxury Travel in Anaheim: A Full Review of the JW Marriott

Luxury Travel in Anaheim: A Full Review of the JW Marriott

My family and I recently stayed at the JW Marriott Anaheim and we had a fun filled weekend in one of our favorite cities! Anaheim, is of course known for Disneyland Parks, but it has so much more to offer including the nearby Packing District and Anaheim Garden Walk, which is right next door! There is so much to see… Read More

Children, Disney, Disneyland, Family, Food, Southern California, Travel, Vacation 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

A Full Review of the Hilton Anaheim & Everything You Need To Know Before You Go

A Full Review of the Hilton Anaheim & Everything You Need To Know Before You Go

I recently had the honor of staying at the Hilton Anaheim for our second annual Magical Media Retreat and can’t wait to tell you all about it!! As one of the event hosts for the retreat, we were hosted by the hotel, but I’m going to give you my honest feedback and special pro tips. As a long time Hilton… Read More

Children, Disney, Disneyland, Events, Family, Southern California, Travel, Vacation 0

A Therapist’s Review of the Reimagined Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland

A Therapist’s Review of the Reimagined Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland

My family and I had the unique and privileged opportunity to visit Disneyland this past weekend for an exclusive media event to dedicate and celebrate the re-opening of Mickey’s Toontown! We were hosted as invited guests, but please remember, all of my opinions are my own. If you know me well, you know Disneyland has had my heart for many… Read More

Children, Disney, Disneyland, Events, Family, Play, Preschool, Southern California, Travel, Vacation 0

5 Myths About Alcohol To Let Go Of In 2023

5 Myths About Alcohol To Let Go Of In 2023

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

Awareness and Prevention, Education, Family, Health, Learning, Lifestyle, Parenting, Safety, Teenagers 0

How to Keep Stress Low and Make the Most of Winter Break with Your Family

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

Behavior, Children, Education, Family, Holidays, Mental Health, Parenting, Play, San Diego, Television Media Appearances 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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