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Let’s Talk About: Princesses Take on Tea

Let’s Talk About: Princesses Take on Tea

“Laughter is timeless, imagination has no age, dreams are forever” – Walt Disney Disney really does make everything magical. As a long time Disney lover, having a Classic Afternoon Tea to share with friends at Steakhouse 55 in the Disneyland Hotel was on my Disney bucket list, and my dream finally came true! We had the private dining room all… Read More

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Let’s Talk About: The Importance of Dating Your Children

Let’s Talk About: The Importance of Dating Your Children

Today I had the privilege and opportunity to share my expert parenting advice on the importance of dating your children on News 8 Morning Extra on the CW San Diego as a return guest (video link below). For a more in-depth view of the segment and greater detail of what I shared, I have outlined the information below! When I have had clients… Read More

Attachment, Children, Events, Family, Goals, Lifestyle, Motherhood, Parenting, Play, San Diego, Southern California, Temper Tantrum Tips, Toddlers, Wellness 0

Let’s Talk About: A Valentine’s Day Gift Guide – What Moms Really Want

Let’s Talk About: A Valentine’s Day Gift Guide – What Moms Really Want

As much as I love to peruse the red and pink aisles at Target this time of year, I could personally do without the candles, stuffed animals, flowers, candy, and balloons on Valentine’s Day. I do like hand written cards on holidays, anniversaries and birthdays, but honestly, cards are so expensive these days, that I would be just as happy… Read More

Baby, Children, Family, Gift Guide, Gifts, Holidays, Lifestyle, Marriage, Motherhood, Parenting, Parenting Products, Self-Care, Toddlers 0

Let’s Talk About: Top 10 Ways to Prevent and Minimize Illness

Let’s Talk About: Top 10 Ways to Prevent and Minimize Illness

  January has always been a tough month for me as a mom and taking care of my sick babies. It is a time of year where it is hot enough during the day to have the air conditioning on and cold enough at night to have the heat on. The constant fluctuation in temperature paired with the rampant winter… Read More

Baby, Children, Family, Health, Home, Lifestyle, Motherhood, Parenting, Parenting Products, Postpartum, Pregnancy, Preschool, Safety, Self-Care, Toddlers, Wellness 1

Let’s Talk About: Moms Run on Love…and Coffee

Let’s Talk About: Moms Run on Love…and Coffee

How much do you juggle in one day? One of the most asked questions I get from strangers and friends alike, is how do you do it all? Do I eat? Do I sleep? Others often wonder how I can accomplish so much in one day. Well, let me tell you, it is not easy. But I don’t know how… Read More

Breastfeeding, Coffee, Gifts, Lifestyle, Motherhood, Parenting, Pregnancy, Women 0

Let’s Talk About: New Year, New You, New Nutribullet

Let’s Talk About: New Year, New You, New Nutribullet

This year is off to a great start! It’s a new year and it’s a new you! And if you are like me, you have made goals this year to strive for better health. As a mom, having a healthy lifestyle is more than just for me. I want to be healthy for my children, too. But if I expect… Read More

Children, Family, Fitness, Food, Gifts, Goals, Health, Learning, Lifestyle, Motherhood, Parenting, Self-Care, Wellness 0

Let’s Talk About: The Top 5 Reasons Having An Annual Passport to Disneyland is Worth Every Penny

If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you may recall that my first job out of high school was at The Disney Store. As a Cast Member, I was able to get two free passes to Disneyland each year and get a discount on an annual passport, which at the time, was less than $100 without too many… Read More

Baby, Children, Disneyland, Events, Family, Holidays, Lifestyle, Motherhood, Parenting, Southern California, Toddlers, Travel, Vacation 0

Let’s Talk About: My BIG Announcement

For decades I have had a dream. And this is the year one of my longterm dreams will be coming true. But with any goal, there is risk involved. It takes determination, persistence, and initiative to achieve a goal. I will finally be able to marry my Master’s in TV Broadcasting with my Doctorate in Psychology to create a video… Read More

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Let’s Talk About: Toast

Let’s Talk About: Toast

Last week I had the privilege of attending the soft opening and brunch at a brand new restaurant called Toast Temecula in Southern California. The sister restaurant to the ever so popular 1909 restaurant in Old Town, Toast is the new way to brunch!     The food is out of this world unique and delicious! This restaurant has decor for… Read More

Children, Events, Family, Food, Lifestyle, Restaurant Review, San Diego, Southern California 0

Let’s Talk About: The Importance of Dating your Children

Do you date your children? When I first heard that term I thought it was a little bizarre. Dating was for my husband, I thought, not my children. This was of course before I became a mom. Once I had children I started to realize and understand the importance of my husband and I needing to spend one-on-one time with… 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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{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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{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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