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Let’s Talk About: A Family Holiday at the Hilton Denver City Center

Let’s Talk About: A Family Holiday at the Hilton Denver City Center

Want to stay at the Hilton Denver City Center for 15% off & FREE Premium Wi-Fi ($15 value)? Click on this link and use the Code HOLLY!   My family and I recently had the exciting opportunity to visit Colorado for a long 3-night weekend and were graciously hosted by the Hilton Denver City Center during our stay. We had the… Read More

Children, Family, Food, Holidays, Lifestyle, Travel, Vacation 0

Let’s Talk About: My Responsibilities as a Mom & The Lessons I Want To Teach My Daughter

Let’s Talk About: My Responsibilities as a Mom & The Lessons I Want To Teach My Daughter

GIVEAWAY + DISCOUNT CODE AT BOTTOM OF BLOG!    As a mom, I believe it is one of my responsibilities to teach my daughter that she is always enough. I have written multiple thesis papers and have completed numerous research studies on positive body image and have had plenty of clients that have suffered from negative self worth. I know… Read More

Back To School, Children, Lifestyle, Motherhood, parenthood, Parenting, Parenting Products, Play, Preschool, Retail, retail therapy, Self-Care, Skincare, Wellness 0

Let’s Talk About: The Biltmore

Let’s Talk About: The Biltmore

Living my best life includes traveling. I traveled out of the country for the first time when I was just a toddler. Since then I have traveled to almost every state in the US, have been on over 10 cruises from the Caribbean to Alaska, and have traveled to well over a dozen different countries, mostly in Europe, in my… Read More

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Let’s Talk About: The Omni Grove Park Inn

Let’s Talk About: The Omni Grove Park Inn

My family and I recently had the opportunity to travel to Asheville, North Carolina for a vacation experience of a lifetime! We spent a lot of time in downtown Asheville walking around the quaint one of a kind shops and eating at the most delectable restaurants with Southern flare! We even visited the new Dolly Parton mural by Gus Cutty… Read More

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Let’s Talk About: Tips for Traveling with Toddlers

Let’s Talk About: Tips for Traveling with Toddlers

It’s no surprise that my family loves to travel. We love all travel from road trips and camping to air travel and staying at luxury resorts. My husband and I have the desire to see the world and to provide the opportunity for our children to see the world with us. If you are or have been a parent of a… Read More

Baby, Children, Family, Lifestyle, Motherhood, parenthood, Parenting, Toddlers, Travel, Vacation 0

Let’s Talk About: Toddler Safety Tips

Let’s Talk About: Toddler Safety Tips

  GIVEAWAY AND DISCOUNT CODE AT THE BOTTOM OF BLOG!!   What do you think is the easiest parenting stage? I hear some moms say that they like the stage when babies are firstborn until they become mobile. You know the time when you put them down and you know exactly where they are going to be even if you… Read More

Attachment, Baby, Children, Development, Lifestyle, Motherhood, parenthood, Parenting, Parenting Products, Play, Postpartum, Pregnancy, Retail, retail therapy, Safety, Toddlers 2

Let’s Talk About: Why You Need a MINU In Your Life

Let’s Talk About: Why You Need a MINU In Your Life

Are you on the search for a perfect stroller? Maybe you are a pregnant mom in the midst of making your baby registry or a first time parent spending efndless amounts of time online researching which stroller would be best for your child. Or maybe you are like me and have previously owned 5 other strollers and none of them… Read More

Baby, Children, Gift Guide, Gifts, Lifestyle, Motherhood, parenthood, Parenting, Parenting Products, Pregnancy, Retail, retail therapy, Toddlers, Travel, Vacation 0

Let’s Talk About: Summer Fun at Del Mar Highlands

Let’s Talk About: Summer Fun at Del Mar Highlands

“Remember there’s no such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple” – Scott Adams   Whether you live in San Diego or are traveling here over the summer, plan to make a stop at Del Mar Highlands Town Center! With over 70 shops, restaurants, grocery, banks, and more, there is also a movie theater! There is… Read More

Events, Family, Food, Lifestyle, Motherhood, parenthood, Play, Restaurant Review, Retail, retail therapy, San Diego, Southern California, Travel, Vacation 0

Let’s Talk About: LEGO CITY Deep Sea Adventure Submarine Ride

Let’s Talk About: LEGO CITY Deep Sea Adventure Submarine Ride

“And our friends are all aboard. Many more of them live next door. And the band begins to play. We all live in a yellow submarine” – The Beatles (1966)   I have some really exciting news! I am so proud to share that few months ago I was chosen to became an official LEGOLAND Blogger Ambassador!!   And this past… Read More

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

Let’s Talk About: Family Play Time at The Westin Mission Hills

Let’s Talk About: Family Play Time at The Westin Mission Hills

Have you ever been to paradise? The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa is a taste of paradise in Palm Springs, California! My family and I had a very fortunate opportunity to spend the weekend at this luxurious resort and we can’t wait to go back again! In fact, this was one of the best weekends we have had thus… Read More

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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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🇺🇸 What a monumental day in history we had t 🇺🇸 What a monumental day in history we had today! 🇺🇸

As soon as we woke up I started educating my children, specifically my daughter, on what the inauguration meant and why today was such a special day in history. We both were glued to the television as we watched @kamalaharris be sworn in as the first Black South Asian woman Vice President and @joebiden be sworn in as the 46th President of the United States. We also were powerfully moved hearing @amandascgorman - the youngest inaugural poet in history recite “The Hill We Climb.” 

My daughter was so excited to participate and recite the Pledge of Allegiance with the rest of the county and she was so proud to see and be a part of history in the making. I haven’t been to Washington D.C. in about 8 years but I promised I would take her one day when the pandemic is over. 

In the meantime, I have a fun fact for you! Did you know that President Joe Biden and I both graduated from the same university? Yep! We both went to @syracuseu 🍊 And in fact, @joebiden is the first @syracuseu alumnus to become President of the United States! 

📸: @chrissywphoto #inauguration #inagurationday #inaguration2021 #joebiden #kamalaharris #presidentbiden #syracuseuniversity #syracuse #syracuseu #historyismade #madamvicepresident #mommyandme #46thpresident #sandiego #sandiegoblogger #momblogger #parentingblogger #motherhood
This time of year is notorious for dry air, allerg This time of year is notorious for dry air, allergies, and sinus trouble. #ad 

And since I work from home, it can get quite noisy and distracting with my husband and two children here, so sometimes I get my best work done in the comfort of my own bed. And the best part is that I can have my new @crane_usa “4 in 1” cool mist humidifier on at all times with essential oils to help with overall wellness and since it comes with a sound machine I can block out the other noises in the house! 

And at night, it helps my sinuses as I sleep, especially when the dry air of the heater is on, and it has a nightlight so my kids can see where they are going in the middle of the night when they inevitably need water or a hug! 

This is our 6th #cranehumidifier style and it’s my favorite one yet! Check out my stories for a closer look! 👀 #happyhealthyhumidity 

#humidifier #coldandflu #humidifiers #peaceandquiet #workingfromhome #workingmom #working #coldandfluseason #coldandflurelief #winter #winterstyle #wintertime #wintervibes #winter2021 #wahm #wahmlife #wahmlifestyle #workfromhomemom #workfromhomelife #workfromhome #workathomemom #workathome #workathomelife #newmom #babyshowergift #sinusrelief
{New Blog Post} “How to Teach Children Gratitude {New Blog Post} “How to Teach Children Gratitude” 🌱✨🌸

Throwing it back to one of the first mommy and me photos I ever posted on my feed because I’ve been teaching my daughter about gratitude since she was this little, possibly even younger (she is two here for reference)! 

Gratitude is such an important virtue and must have trait to build a child’s character. It also shows therapeutic benefits when you show gratitude to others, so why wouldn’t you want to make it a priority to teach and instill in your children? 

In this blog, I have suggestions for how to teach children gratitude broken down by ages and stages from infancy to teenage years, while also including some conversation prompts, and links to my favorite gratitude journals for busy families that we use here at home! 

Find the direct link to read in my bio and stories! I also published similar articles on @todayparents and @redtricycle if you follow me there! #drkimblog
DOUBLE TAP if you agree!! 🙋🏼‍♀️ I am DOUBLE TAP if you agree!! 🙋🏼‍♀️

I am that mom who wants to do it all and when I get overwhelmed or start suffering from a major case of burnout, I feel guilty if I take a break instead of giving my body and mind permission to slow down or even stop. 

As moms we often feel guilty if we take a break or believe we are perceived as weak if we ask for help. I have learned that the more I ask for help and the more time I take for myself, the better I am for my children. 

Guilt is an emotional response to something you perceived you did wrong, but when you experience unnecessary guilt, it’s counterproductive to healing and helping you with what you need most. So give it a try and let me know how you are going to take a break and not feel guilty about it this week below in the comments! ⤵️ #drkimparentingtips #theparentologist #drkimparentingadvice
DOUBLE TAP if you used to love Hello Kitty when yo DOUBLE TAP if you used to love Hello Kitty when you were little - and still do! 🙋🏼‍♀️🐱#ad

I am so excited to have all of these new items from the @erincondren Hello Kitty collection that launched today to keep work fun, playful, and reminiscent of childhood - something all adults need a little more of, am I right? 

The collection is all about organization, kindness, and friendship. My favorite piece of the collection is the “Daily Kindness and Joy Journal” that boldly says BE KIND, BE NICE, REPEAT on the front cover but I am also pretty obsessed with the Hello Kitty x Erin Condren Pencil Case and Vegan Leather Padfolio! 

Swipe to see my business attire on top and activewear on the bottom work style! 😉 And head to my stories to see it all up close and for your convenience I have everything linked for you http://liketk.it/35XZC and make sure to follow me at THEPARENTOLOGIST @liketoknow.it  for more of my favorites!!! #liketkit #erincondren
{New Blog Post} “Sensory Play, Pretend Play, and {New Blog Post} “Sensory Play, Pretend Play, and Role Play Ideas for Children with Autism” 🧩 🧸 🚂 ⚽️ 
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For the last 3 years I have spent my career therapeutically helping families and children of all ages on the Autism Spectrum. Play has been a fundamental way for many of my clients to communicate if they are non-verbal. And some of my clients have had to be taught how to play with a toy or another person. The play ideas listed on the blog can be used with children with or without special needs. Play is a universal way a child can explore their world in a way that makes sense to them and cultivate imagination, creativity, and fun! As a Registered Play Therapist, I love the work I do and couldn’t be prouder of the progress my clients have made with play over the years! #drkimblog
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#autism #autismmom #autismfamily #autismspectrum #autismcommunity #autismparent #autismlife #autismparents #autismparenting #autistickids #autisticchildren #autistictoddler #autismresources #playtherapy #playtherapist #playbasedlearning #learningthroughplay #activitiesforkids #activitiesfortoddlers #activitiesforchildren #sensoryplay #sensoryplayideas #sensoryprocessingdisorder #sensoryactivities #momswhoblog #ontheblog #newblogpost #parentingblogger #momblogger
{New Blog Post} ✨🌱🧴“Ways to Take Control {New Blog Post} ✨🌱🧴“Ways to Take Control of Your Eczema” #ad 
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These winter months have been so dry and my eczema has been flaring up. Can anyone relate? For decades I have used a variety of treatment options from over-the-counter ointments and lotions to doctor prescribed steroid medication. In today’s blog, I am partnering with @mediqcme to share more of my story and struggles with atopic dermatitis as well as some new treatment options! If you or a loved one suffer from eczema or atopic dermatitis it’s a must read! 
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Plus there is a survey at the end of the blog you can fill out and opt in to be entered to win 1 of 10 VISA gift cards! 🙌🏻 Link in bio and in stories! #itchyskinhelp #drkimblog
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#eczema #eczemarelief #eczemahealing #eczematreatment #eczemaproblems #eczemawarrior #atopicdermatitis #itchyskin #itchyskinrelief #atopicskin #atopicdermatitistreatment #atopicdermatitismanagement #eczemamanagement #winterskincare #winterskin #winterskincareroutine #winterskincaretips #newblogpost #momswhoblog #ontheblog #wellnessblogger #wellnesstips #wellnessexpert
{New Blog Post} 🌿 “How to Utilize Play to Get {New Blog Post} 🌿 “How to Utilize Play to Get Your Kids to Do What You Want” 
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As a Registered Play Therapist, play is the foundation to the way I help children conceptualize and conquer the world. Play is second nature to children and the way they respond to many of life’s obstacles. Sometimes as parents, it is easy to get into a power match with your children, especially when you want your children to comply with a request and they won’t budge. When this happens, we need to change the way our adult mind thinks and switch it to the way a child thinks. Instead of giving them a punitive consequence, try these play recommendations that can be used with children as young as toddlerhood all the way to adolescents! #drkimblog 
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#playtherapy #playtherapist #therapistsofinstagram #playoutsidethebox #learningthruplay #playbasedlearning #learningthroughplay #learningisfun #parenting #parentingtips #parenting101 #parentingteens #parentingtweens #parentingtoddlers #parentingadvice #parentingexpert #parentingblogger #parentingblog #newblogpost #ontheblog #momswhoblog #parenthood #toddlerproblems #toddlermom #behaviortherapist #behaviortherapy #positiveparentingsolutions #positiveparentingtips #positiveparenting
{New Blog Post} “Tips on How To Set Goals Effect {New Blog Post} “Tips on How To Set Goals Effectively in 2021” ✨ 
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It’s is usually around this time that I start thinking of the goals I want to accomplish for the year. And whether you believe in making resolutions, affirmations, or goals, it is time to be proactive!! On the blog, I outlined an organizational system I use year after year to help me accomplish my goals. And I hope they work for you!! 
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#2021 #2021goals #goals #goalsetting #goalgetter #goalsettingtips #goalsetter #goalsetting2021 #goalcrusher #momhustle #snowday #snowman #newgoals #newgoals2021 #mommyandme #letthembelittle #letthembekids #letthemplay #playoutside #playoutdoors #playoutsidethebox #familyday #familyfun #familysnowday
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