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A Therapist’s Review of the Reimagined Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland

A Therapist’s Review of the Reimagined Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland

My family and I had the unique and privileged opportunity to visit Disneyland this past weekend for an exclusive media event to dedicate and celebrate the re-opening of Mickey’s Toontown! We were hosted as invited guests, but please remember, all of my opinions are my own. If you know me well, you know Disneyland has had my heart for many… Read More

Children, Disney, Disneyland, Events, Family, Play, Preschool, Southern California, Travel, Vacation 0

How to Positively Handle Punishment, Discipline, and Consequences

How to Positively Handle Punishment, Discipline, and Consequences

Last week I conducted a free, LIVE pod on the Peanut App regarding this topic. If you weren’t able to join me, I thought I would write a short recap about what I discussed! If you haven’t joined my community mom group called “The Parentologist Moms” on the app yet, you can join here. It’s a place where we can connect… Read More

Awareness and Prevention, Behavior, Children, Education, Family, Learning, Parenting, Preschool 0

How To Honor and Support Your Kids Without Overparenting Them

How To Honor and Support Your Kids Without Overparenting Them

Have you ever wondered if you are overparenting your children? Or maybe if you aren’t honoring their individual strengths enough? I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, parenting is hard. And even though there is no one way to parent, there are things you learn along the way to try and be the best parent you can be… Read More

Anxiety, Attachment, Awareness and Prevention, Behavior, Children, Development, Education, Family, Learning, Mental Health, Parenting, Preschool, Teenagers, Toddlers, Wellness 0

Balancing Technology In the Lives of Generation Alpha

Balancing Technology In the Lives of Generation Alpha

Today I was back on the air LIVE with CBS 8 this morning in San Diego and talked about how parents can help balance technology with children of Generation Alpha.    Who is Generation Alpha?   Generation Alpha children are born between 2010-2025 (under 11) and are the first generation to grow up with technology at their fingertips from birth. They… Read More

Awareness and Prevention, Children, Education, Family, Parenting, Preschool, Southern California, Television Media Appearances, Toddlers 0

How to Emotionally and Mentally Prepare Children To Go Back To School

How to Emotionally and Mentally Prepare Children To Go Back To School

It is officially back to school season and I am so grateful I was on CBS 8 in San Diego this week discussing how we can emotionally and mentally prepare our children to go back to school, especially after being home for so long.   Going back to school can be a really stressful time for many children, especially if… Read More

Anxiety, Awareness and Prevention, Back To School, Behavior, Children, Development, Education, Family, Mental Health, Parenting, Preschool, San Diego, Southern California, Television Media Appearances 0

The ABC’s of Behavior

The ABC’s of Behavior

As a child behavior expert, I often get asked from parents how to help manage their child’s behavior. And although there are many factors that can contribute to a child’s behavior, I have outlined the most common reasons why children misbehave on this blog. These ABC’s of behavior are listed below as well as other motivators as well as how to… Read More

Awareness and Prevention, Behavior, Children, Education, Motherhood, Parenting, Preschool, Toddlers 0

Dr. Kim’s Summer Bucket List

Dr. Kim’s Summer Bucket List

It’s officially summer break and it’s time to go outside and have fun! My children and I are very active, especially in the warm summer months, and I have always wanted to compile all of our summer adventures on one list, so I am very excited to also share it with you! Most children love a visual they can follow… Read More

Attachment, Children, Events, Family, Food, Parenting, Play, Preschool, Toddlers 0

Top 5 Creative & Effective Ways to Help Your Child Say Goodbye to Their Pacifier

Top 5 Creative & Effective Ways to Help Your Child Say Goodbye to Their Pacifier

Your baby or toddler are pacifier obsessed and you are ready to wean them. But how do you do it that won’t traumatize them or make your job as a parent more difficult?   Most pediatricians and dentists recommend that children get rid of a pacifier by the age of 3, but if you are concerned, ask your personal medical… Read More

Baby, Behavior, Children, Development, Education, Motherhood, Parenting, Preschool, Toddlers 0

Top 7 Temper Tantrum Tips

Top 7 Temper Tantrum Tips

As a licensed child therapist with over a decade of experience, I work with a lot of children that engage in temper tantrums. Although it can be argued that this is a developmental milestone and is typical for most children, there are still ways parents and caregivers can help minimize the severity of the temper tantrum.  I usually ask parents… Read More

Anxiety, Attachment, Awareness and Prevention, Baby, Behavior, Children, Development, Education, Family, Learning, Parenting, Preschool, Temper Tantrum Tips, Toddlers 0

Sleep Training Tips for Babies and Toddlers 

Sleep Training Tips for Babies and Toddlers 

As a child therapist and mom of two small children, I often get asked about sleep training. Although I’m not a trained sleep consultant, I have been conducting sleep consultations with parents across the nation for quite some time based on the knowledge I have as a behavioral therapist. For me sleep training is about self-regulation, low anxiety, and having… Read More

Anxiety, Attachment, Awareness and Prevention, Baby, Behavior, Breastfeeding, Children, Development, Education, Family, Learning, Motherhood, Parenting, Preschool, Self-Care, Sleep Training, 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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