Last weekend my daughter had a pretty epic and magical birthday party! Due to the pandemic, we decided to keep it small this year and only invite a few close friends we have been bubbling with since the beginning of quarantine. My daughter kept asking for a sleepover but I knew the girls were all still pretty young… Read More
The Cassara Carlsbad: The Perfect San Diego Vacation Destination
My family and I recently stayed at The Cassara Carlsbad in North County, San Diego and we had a wonderful hosted weekend. The resort sits on 12 acres just a short 2 mile trip from the beach overlooking the Carlsbad Flower Fields, The Carlsbad Premium Outlets, and the Pacific Ocean. Oh and did I mention it is right next door… Read More
Top 5 Drowning Prevention Safety Tips
I have said it before but it’s important to say it again… DO YOU KNOW THAT DROWNING IS THE LEADING CAUSE OF NON ACCIDENTAL CHILDHOOD DEATH FOR CHILDREN 1-4 AND A CHILD CAN SINK TO THE BOTTOM OF A POOL IN 2 1/2 SECONDS? Unfortunately the statistics are true. But drowning can be prevented. Here are some ways you… Read More
The Importance of Drowning Prevention and Survival Swim Classes
DO YOU KNOW THAT DROWNING IS THE LEADING CAUSE OF NON ACCIDENTAL CHILDHOOD DEATH FOR CHILDREN 1-4 AND A CHILD CAN SINK TO THE BOTTOM OF A POOL IN 2 1/2 SECONDS? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 77% of deaths involve children younger than 5, and on average, there are approximately 356 drowning deaths a… Read More
San Diego Zoo Reopening: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
We were so excited when we saw the announcement that the San Diego Zoo was reopening (again) after being shut down again due to mandatory stay at home orders! We have been annual members for years and couldn’t wait to visit the animals and do something familiar in our hometown during quarantine. I was really apprehensive at first…. Read More
Coronavirus: Age Appropriate Ways of Explaining it to Your Children and Managing Fears and Anxiety
This morning I was honored to be invited to CBS8 in San Diego to discuss age appropriate ways of explaining Coronavirus to children as well as how to mange the fears and anxiety surrounding the recent outbreak. Everywhere we turn and look these days we are inundated with messages of Coronavirus. Children and adults all over the world are scared… Read More
Disney on Ice: Mickey’s Search Party
My family and I had the most MAGICAL time at the debut of Disney on Ice “Mickey’s Search Party” at the Pechanga Arena in San Diego last night! It was opening night of the new show that is running from January 23 – 26, 2020. This was our 3rd time seeing a Disney on Ice show but our first time seeing… Read More
Roaring and Snoring with Dolittle at The San Diego Safari Park
This past weekend one of my bucket list trips came true. My family and I were invited to a Roar and Snore Safari sleepover at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park! We were hosted by Universal Pictures in honor of the new film, Dolittle, that opens in theaters this weekend! I have literally been waiting decades to spend… Read More
How to Teach Children Gratitude on CBS 8
I was so grateful to be invited back as a guest and parenting expert on the KFMB CBS8 Morning Extra on the CW San Diego this week talking about how to teach children gratitude. Since it is the week of Thanksgiving we often think about thankfulness and gratefulness a little more during the holiday season but children can show gratitude… Read More
LEGOLAND California: Brick or Treat Halloween Party Nights
What are your family traditions during the month of Halloween? One of our favorite places to go is to LEGOLAND’s Annual Brick-Or-Treat Halloween Party Nights! We just went for the second time and we had so much fun! As a mom with little ones, I find it difficult to find festive activities that aren’t too scary and gory. I want… Read More