Dr. Kim
Are you looking for a magical way to have fun with your family this summer? We are celebrating Christmas in July with the Disney Parks Blog and we would love for you to join us! The kids and I had so much fun wearing our Shop Disney pajamas and Holiday ears all day and really getting into the… Read More
As you know, I have been a BIG fan of Toddleroo by North States products for years. I have exclusively used their baby gates and play yards since my son was less than a year old. (I linked previous blogs below) As a mom, there is nothing more important than my children’s safety. And Toddleroo is a brand I love… Read More
As a nationally recognized play therapist, I know play is a proven learning tool and used a critical way to teach children. And as an educator, I love providing parents resources that can be used in a way children respond to most in a language they understand. Puppets, for example, are an excellent way to teach children about racism, and… Read More
It’s been a heavy week filled with so much tragedy and injustice. As parents it’s our responsibility to educate our children on how to be the best person they can be, teach them how to be kind, help them navigate problems to help them find solutions, and how make good decisions and stand up for what is right. As parents… Read More
It’s Memorial Day weekend, a time to remember and honor fallen men and women who have protected our country and a weekend that typically signifies the end of the school year and the kick off to summer. It’s also a weekend that many people around the country traditionally celebrate by having pool parties, neighborhood barbecues, beach bonfires, and family gatherings. Often times there are… Read More
Have you ever noticed the moment you say NO, DON’T or STOP your children automatically become defensive and possibly more defiant? Even as adults, when we hear we can’t or aren’t allowed to do something, it can trigger feelings of anger and rejection and we might want to act out more. What if I told you that you could avoid… Read More
Let’s Talk About Sex Baby! When is the last time you have had sex with your spouse or long term partner? Have you ever wondered how much other couples with children are having sex? Do they share the same barriers? Has it been less since having children? And what do you do if you are in a dry spot?… Read More
Have you ever lost your child in a public place? If so, do not be ashamed. Do not think you are a bad parent. It happens to almost every parent at some point in their child’s life. Whether it’s at the library, grocery store, or even at one of the Disney Parks, it happens often even if you are a… Read More
As a parent, I have been using this time at home with my children as a precious opportunity to talk to them about responsibility. I’m teaching them to do their chores, get their homework done, and what it means to take care of their minds and bodies, whether that means exercising, what food and drink they consume, how to self… Read More
Since we are all at home indefinitely right now, this is the time to connect with our children more than ever. This is the time they need us and want to be close to us. Use this time with them wisely and grow a deeper connection with them and a stronger, more secure attachment with them! Attachment starts as early… Read More
