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Let’s Talk About: The Museum of What LOVE TOUR

Let’s Talk About: The Museum of What LOVE TOUR

My children and I had so much fun exploring and playing at the new interactive pop-up in Encinitas, CA that opened on Valentine’s Day called The Museum of What LOVE TOUR. And yes, you guessed it! Everything in the exhibit revolves around love!! Trust me, you will fall in love at first sight!     It’s the first pop-up to… Read More

Children, Events, Family, Motherhood, parenthood, Play, San Diego, Southern California, Toddlers, Uncategorized 0

Let’s Talk About: How to Utilize Play for Positive Behavior and A Peaceful Home

Let’s Talk About: How to Utilize Play for Positive Behavior and A Peaceful Home

I have always loved being a public speaker. When I was a senior in high school I used to work for The San Diego County Office of Education and other platforms presenting at school assemblies for students K-12 on a variety of topics including drug and alcohol prevention, eating disorders, and more. As I grew older I did other public… Read More

Attachment, Baby, Behavior, Children, Events, Motherhood, parenthood, Parenting, Parenting Products, Play, Pregnancy, Preschool, San Diego, Southern California, Toddlers 0

Let’s Talk About: Personalized Jewelry For Moms

Let’s Talk About: Personalized Jewelry For Moms

When I was a little girl, one of my favorite memories of coming to Disneyland was getting a framed silhouette of my profile and hanging it up on the wall in my room. I thought it was a fascinating concept and it felt so special to have something so beautiful and unique.   And now that I’m a mom I want… Read More

Gifts, Mother's Day, Motherhood, parenthood, Parenting, Parenting Products, Retail, retail therapy, Women 0

Let’s Talk About: Disney on Ice “Dare to Dream”

Let’s Talk About: Disney on Ice “Dare to Dream”

My family and I had the most MAGICAL time at Disney on Ice “Dare to Dream” at the Pechanga Arena in San Diego! It was opening night of the new show that is running from January 24 – 27. Our evening began with a pre-show event where we were able to meet Mickey and Minnie and a few other characters… Read More

Children, Disney, Disneyland, Events, Family, Motherhood, parenthood, Parenting, Play, San Diego, Southern California, Toddlers 0

Let’s Talk About: The Best of 2018

Let’s Talk About: The Best of 2018

I’ve been doing a lot of reflecting this past month of where I have been and where I want to go – personally and professionally. I have had a great year with so many great experiences, blessings, opportunities, and accomplishments. I have hit or surpassed so many of my goals and am very proud of what I’ve done but I… Read More

Blogging, Business, Disneyland, Events, Goals, LEGOLAND, Motherhood, parenthood, Parenting, Play, San Diego, Southern California, Television Media Appearances, Travel, Vacation 0

Let’s Talk About: Playing in New York City with Melissa & Doug

Let’s Talk About: Playing in New York City with Melissa & Doug

This post is created in partnership with Melissa & Doug. All opinions are my own. Giveaway information at the end of the blog. The Power of Play was taken to a whole new level in New York earlier this month with Melissa & Doug. I was honored to be invited as one of their special guests to help facilitate a roundtable conversation… Read More

Baby, Children, Development, Family, Learning, Motherhood, parenthood, Parenting, Parenting Products, Play, Preschool, Retail, retail therapy, Toddlers, Travel 2

Let’s Talk About: The Power of Play with Melissa & Doug

Let’s Talk About: The Power of Play with Melissa & Doug

Melissa & Doug toys have been a part of our family’s culture for many years. As a mom of two young children, I value the mission behind the brand, the quality of the products, and the assortment of play options they have for children of all ages. And as a long-time active consumer of the brand, I love that their products… Read More

Anxiety, Attachment, Baby, Behavior, Children, Depression, Development, Family, Learning, Motherhood, parenthood, Parenting, Parenting Products, Play, Toddlers 0

Let’s Talk About: A Spooktacular Family LEGO-WEEN

Let’s Talk About: A Spooktacular Family LEGO-WEEN

What family fun are you planning this Halloween? As a mom with little ones, I find it difficult to find festive activities that aren’t too scary and gory. I want my children to know that Halloween can be fun, silly, and playful, too. We recently experienced LEGOLAND’s Annual Brick-Or-Treat Party Nights Halloween Celebration for the first time and it was so… Read More

Children, Events, Family, Holidays, LEGOLAND, Motherhood, parenthood, Parenting, Play, Preschool, Southern California, Toddlers, Travel, Vacation 0

How To Play When You are a Tired, Overworked, and Overwhelmed Parent

How To Play When You are a Tired, Overworked, and Overwhelmed Parent

We have all been there. Your child asks you to play with them after a long, busy day and you just don’t have the energy. The last thing you want to do is play. What you really want to do is lay down and sleep. But somehow you muster up every bit of energy so you can play with them…. Read More

Baby, Children, Motherhood, parenthood, Parenting, Parenting Products, Play, Preschool, Toddlers 2

Let’s Talk About: Tips To Get Your Kids To Eat

Let’s Talk About: Tips To Get Your Kids To Eat

This post is sponsored by Lil Miss Appleseed but all photos and opinions are my own. You know you’ve been there. You’ve spent all afternoon picking out groceries at the store and then come home and cook a healthy and delicious meal for your family only to find your child won’t eat it. You feel like all of the effort you… Read More

Baby, Children, Gift Guide, Gifts, Motherhood, parenthood, Parenting, Parenting Products, Play, Pregnancy, Retail, Toddlers 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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