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Summer Adventures: 7 Sensory-Friendly Places for Kids with Special Needs

Summer Adventures: 7 Sensory-Friendly Places for Kids with Special Needs

Summer is a fine balance of sleeping in, resting, and spending time slowing down at home and also using the days off from school to travel, go to fun places, stay up late, and have tons of fun! However, it is easy for children to get overwhelmed and dysregulated with summer outings, and possibly more so if you have a… Read More

Children, Disneyland, Events, Family, LEGOLAND, Parenting, Play, San Diego, Southern California, Toddlers 0

A Fairytale Family Getaway: A Complete Review of the LEGOLAND California Castle Hotel

A Fairytale Family Getaway: A Complete Review of the LEGOLAND California Castle Hotel

Our family recently stayed the night at LEGOLAND California’s Castle Hotel and we had the most majestic time! Be prepared to immerse yourself into the brick life and a magical land of dragons, wizards, and princesses!   Insider Tip: Hotel guests get early access to the park!!!          And during 2024, LEOGLAND California is celebrating their 25th… Read More

Children, Family, LEGOLAND, Play, San Diego, Southern California, Toddlers, Travel, Vacation 0

Coastal Bliss at the Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa

Coastal Bliss at the Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa

My family and I love a good staycation in our own backyard so we recently spent the weekend at The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa and had such a peaceful and fun time! We haven’t stayed here in about 5 years and we were very excited to be back!             The Property   The Westin… Read More

Family, LEGOLAND, Restaurant Review, San Diego, Southern California, Travel, Vacation 1

Making Halloween Family Traditions at LEGOLAND® California’s Annual BRICK or TREAT

Making Halloween Family Traditions at LEGOLAND® California’s Annual BRICK or TREAT

It has become our family tradition to go to LEGOLAND® California’s annual BRICK or TREAT every October! This year was the third year we have gone and we all look forward to it every Halloween season!     BRICK or TREAT is a special ticketed event that runs on Saturdays in October including October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 BRICK or TREAT… Read More

Children, Events, Family, Holidays, LEGOLAND, Parenting, Play, San Diego, Southern California, Travel, Vacation 0

San Diego Staycation at the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort and Spa

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

Children, Family, LEGOLAND, San Diego, Southern California, Travel, Vacation 0

THE LEGO® MOVIE™ WORLD AT LEGOLAND CALIFORNIA

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

Children, Events, Family, LEGOLAND, Play, San Diego, Southern California, Travel, Vacation 0

The Cassara Carlsbad: The Perfect San Diego Vacation Destination

The Cassara Carlsbad: The Perfect San Diego Vacation Destination

My family and I recently stayed at The Cassara Carlsbad in North County, San Diego and we had a wonderful hosted weekend. The resort sits on 12 acres just a short 2 mile trip from the beach overlooking the Carlsbad Flower Fields, The Carlsbad Premium Outlets, and the Pacific Ocean. Oh and did I mention it is right next door… Read More

Family, Food, LEGOLAND, Restaurant Review, San Diego, Southern California, Travel, Vacation 0

LEGOLAND California: Brick or Treat Halloween Party Nights

LEGOLAND California: Brick or Treat Halloween Party Nights

What are your family traditions during the month of Halloween? One of our favorite places to go is to LEGOLAND’s Annual Brick-Or-Treat Halloween Party Nights! We just went for the second time and we had so much fun! As a mom with little ones, I find it difficult to find festive activities that aren’t too scary and gory. I want… Read More

Children, Events, Family, LEGOLAND, Play, San Diego, Southern California, Toddlers, Travel, Vacation 0

Let’s Talk About: LEGOLAND DUPLO®Playtown

Let’s Talk About: LEGOLAND DUPLO®Playtown

My family and I were recently invited for the ribbon cutting ceremony and official grand opening of the new DUPLO®Playtown at LEGOLAND California and it was awesome! I even unintentionally matched the LEGO character we met right before we walked inside!   The rain did not stop this play therapist and her babies from having fun! We first rode the new… Read More

Children, Events, Family, LEGOLAND, Play, San Diego, Southern California, Toddlers 0

Let’s Talk About: How to Celebrate FUN at LEGOLAND This Spring

Let’s Talk About: How to Celebrate FUN at LEGOLAND This Spring

There is so much going on at LEGOLAND right now! The iconic theme park just turned 20 and there are so many ways to celebrate! Growing up only miles from LEGOLAND® I remember when it was first built. And since opening  its doors in 1999 with 12 rides and Miniland U.S.A.,  North America’s first LEGOLAND® theme park has grown into a multi-day… Read More

Birthday, Children, Events, Family, LEGOLAND, Play, San Diego, Southern California, Toddlers, Travel 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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