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The Therapeutic Powers of Nature: How the Outdoors Benefits Mental Health

The Therapeutic Powers of Nature: How the Outdoors Benefits Mental Health

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so I was so honored to be invited back to the FOX 5 San Diego studio yesterday morning to talk LIVE on the air with Shally Zomorodi about nature therapy, otherwise known as eco-therapy, and the benefits of being outdoors. In case you missed the segment, I wanted to follow up with a blog… Read More

Anxiety, Awareness and Prevention, Children, Family, Parenting, Play, San Diego, Southern California, Television Media Appearances, Wellness 0

Exploring Kauai’s Na Pali Coast: A Boat Trip to Paradise

Exploring Kauai’s Na Pali Coast: A Boat Trip to Paradise

This past spring, my family and I took a boat tour of the Na Pali coast with Capt Andy’s Sailing Adventures and it was a very memorable experience to say the least! I would highly recommend this company and taking this excursion as a must have experience on the island!           The captain and crew were extremely… Read More

Family, Travel, Vacation 0

Nurturing Connection and Confidence in Children: Tools for Managing Social Anxiety

Nurturing Connection and Confidence in Children: Tools for Managing Social Anxiety

Some children are naturally drawn to creating and cultivating friendships and navigating social situations with ease. Other children are terrified of the idea of stepping out in public, social crowds, and having conversations with peers and or adults in any setting. Certain children don’t get anxious speaking in front of a crowd or having to give a presentation in front… Read More

Anxiety, Awareness and Prevention, Children, Development, Mental Health, Parenting 0

The 3rd Annual Magical Media Retreat

The 3rd Annual Magical Media Retreat

That’s a wrap on the 3rd annual Magical Media Retreat! If you aren’t familiar with what the Magical Media Retreat is, it is a weekend retreat for bloggers content creators, small shop owners, and other digital professionals! I co-host this yearly event with my friends, and fellow digital creators/bloggers, Justine from Little Dove Blog and Jenny from Princess Turned Mom…. Read More

Blogging, Disney, Disneyland, Education, Event Planning, Events, Southern California, Travel, Vacation, Women 1

A Magical Stay at the Sheraton Park Anaheim

A Magical Stay at the Sheraton Park Anaheim

The Sheraton Park Anaheim was our hotel fabulous partner this year for the Magical Media Retreat and we couldn’t have had a more magical stay. We are so thankful they partnered with us and I can’t wait to share everything about the property with you!     The Room   The remodeled room was spacious, clean, and modern. I was… Read More

Disney, Disneyland, Event Planning, Events, Momcation, Southern California, Travel, Vacation 0

Parenting Under Pressure: Understanding and Managing Your Child’s Stress

Parenting Under Pressure: Understanding and Managing Your Child’s Stress

April is National Stress Awareness Month so I went on the air this morning with FOX 5 San Diego to talk about how parents can identify their child’s stress response and help support their child if they are stressed.     According to the National Library of Medicine, approximately 35% of American children experience stress-related health problems. Experiencing stress in… Read More

Anxiety, Awareness and Prevention, Children, Family, Local TV, Parenting, Play, San Diego, Southern California, Television Media Appearances, Wellness 0

Snow Much Fun: Our Winter Wellness Weekend in Idyllwild

Snow Much Fun: Our Winter Wellness Weekend in Idyllwild

This winter, my family and I went on a winter wellness weekend in Idyllwild, California. It is the best Southern California escape to the mountains to see snow that is approximately less than a two hour drive from San Diego, Orange County, and Los Angeles – and only about one hour from Temecula Wine Country!         We… Read More

Family, Southern California, Travel, Vacation, Wellness 0

The Benefits of Independent Play: TOP 50 Ways To Keep Your Kids Happy and Busy

The Benefits of Independent Play: TOP 50 Ways To Keep Your Kids Happy and Busy

I had the pleasure of being on FOX 5 San Diego this morning to talk about how to keep children happily busy during spring break and the benefits of independent play. I shared my tips with Anchor, Shally Zomorodi, and in case you missed the segment, I am not only linking it here, but I am expanding what I talked… Read More

Children, Education, Family, Parenting, Play, San Diego, Southern California, Television Media Appearances 0

A Fairytale Family Getaway: A Complete Review of the LEGOLAND California Castle Hotel

A Fairytale Family Getaway: A Complete Review of the LEGOLAND California Castle Hotel

Our family recently stayed the night at LEGOLAND California’s Castle Hotel and we had the most majestic time! Be prepared to immerse yourself into the brick life and a magical land of dragons, wizards, and princesses!   Insider Tip: Hotel guests get early access to the park!!!          And during 2024, LEOGLAND California is celebrating their 25th… Read More

Children, Family, LEGOLAND, Play, San Diego, Southern California, Toddlers, Travel, Vacation 0

Top 5 Play-Based Activities for Sensory Seeking Children (That All Kids Will Love)

Top 5 Play-Based Activities for Sensory Seeking Children (That All Kids Will Love)

Do you have a sensory seeking child at home? How do you know if you do? If you have a child that is constantly moving and always seems to have a ton of energy at all hours of the day? Does your child appear like they can’t seem to slow their brain or body down? Do they yell and or… Read More

Anxiety, Awareness and Prevention, Behavior, Children, Development, Education, Learning, Parenting 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. Read More…

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