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Let’s Talk About: HAPPY PLACE!

Let’s Talk About: HAPPY PLACE!

Last week my daughter and I had the thrilling opportunity to visit HAPPY PLACE in Los Angeles before it left to head to the midwest! If you haven’t heard, HAPPY PLACE is a fun, unique, and massive pop up experience to capture everything HAPPY! This one-of-a-kind wonderland was founded by Jared Paul and opened originally on November 20, 2017-May 27,… Read More

Children, Events, Family, Lifestyle, Play, Preschool, Southern California, Toddlers, Travel, Vacation 0

Let’s Talk About: The Sesame Street Parade at Sea World San Diego

Let’s Talk About: The Sesame Street Parade at Sea World San Diego

“Sunny day sweepin’ the clouds away, on my way to where the air is sweet. Can you tell me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street? Come and play, everything’s A-OK, friendly neighbors there, that’s where we meet!” – Sesame Street Earlier this month I was invited to come and play where the air is sweet with other… Read More

Children, Events, Family, Lifestyle, Motherhood, Parenting, San Diego, Southern California 0

Let’s Talk About: A Mother’s Day Momcation on Local TV

Let’s Talk About: A Mother’s Day Momcation on Local TV

I was so excited to be back on News 8 Morning Extra on the CW San Diego today talking about the importance of self care for moms just in time for Mother’s Day! {Scroll down to watch the TV segment in full} Moms are wired to be selfless. We spend every waking hour sacrificing and putting everyone else before us…. Read More

Children, Family, Goals, Health, Lifestyle, Local TV, Momcation, Mother's Day, Motherhood, Parenting, San Diego, Self-Care, Southern California, Wellness, Women 0

Let’s Talk About: Dr. Kim is On the Go to Buellton

Let’s Talk About: Dr. Kim is On the Go to Buellton

This post is sponsored. All opinions are my own! After two back to back media travel press trips my husband turned to me and said, ” You should create a new series on your blog called ‘Dr. Kim: On the Go!’ and I have to admit there is a certain ring to it! Whether it’s traveling solo for work or… Read More

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Let’s Talk About: You Know You Wanu Self Care

Let’s Talk About: You Know You Wanu Self Care

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #NewYearNewWater #CollectiveBias #ad   As a mom, I don’t have as much time in my day to do the same type of self-care I used to do before I had children. But here’s the thing. I am being mindful this year to be… Read More

Fitness, Food, Goals, Health, Lifestyle, Motherhood, Parenting, Parenting Products, Self-Care, Southern California, Wellness, Women 0

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

Blogging, Disneyland, Event Planning, Events, Gift Guide, Gifts, Lifestyle, Motherhood, Parenting, Parenting Products, Play, Southern California, Toddlers, Travel, Vacation, Women 0

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: 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: News 8 on the CW San Diego

Let’s Talk About: News 8 on the CW San Diego

This morning I was invited back to News 8 Morning Extra on the CW San Diego to provide some expert advice on “How to Get Your Child to Listen and Comply in 5 Easy Steps.” I invite you to watch the segment at the bottom of this blog! Evidence based research shows that children want to comply, please their parents, and… Read More

Behavior, Children, Development, Family, Learning, Motherhood, Parenting, Preschool, San Diego, Southern California, Toddlers 0

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

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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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