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What to do this Nov and Dec with the Kids Enjoy a festive visit with Santa at Irvine Park Railroad Ride the Christmas Train to Santa's Village at the "North Pole," where kids can meet Santa and take photos See the Hikari: Festival of Lights at Tanaka...
Meet a Mom: Author & Wellness Guru Liz Plosser
If you follow Liz Plosser on Instagram, you know that she is inspiring. Whether she’s sharing her intense workouts (and playlists), protein-filled breakfasts or high-energy soccer matches with her kids, she’s getting it done—and seems to be having fun doing it, too....
Ideas for Thanksgiving Day with the Family
1). Play a family game outside -Football, kickball, tag, horseshoes, chalking the sidewalk, etc. Something different you can do together. 2). Cook untraditional sides. Let each member of the family choose a dish for the meal. Let each kid pick a favorite food to...
New Moms Mental Health
With nearly 4 million babies born each year in U.S., hospitals and health care systems play a key role in improving maternal and infant outcomes. Each year, more than 50,000 pregnant women are affected by severe maternal morbidity, 800 women die due to...
Rosh Hashanah Recipe: Roast Chicken with Thyme & Honey
L’Shana Tova to all who celebrate. This Roast Chicken with Thyme and Honey, from Leah Koenig’s The Jewish Cookbook, is one of those go-to meals that works as well for holiday dinners as it does for family meals all fall long. Says Leah: “Flavored with sweet...
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Five charming orchards perfect for a family day trip within 2 hours of Irvine
Moms’ Country Orchard in Oak Glen, California invites families to wander along gentle orchard paths where kids can roam freely, pick apples that dangle low enough to reach, and stop by a charming farm stand for a warm, cozy cup of cider that hugs you from the inside...
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Fiesta Latina en Irvine – Great Park, September 14Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with lively music, traditional dance performances, vibrant art, and delicious food. This community celebration is a great way to introduce kids to cultural traditions in a colorful,...
Author Sara Shepard of Pretty Little Liars on her Newest Book for Kids!
Sara Shepard is best known as the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling book series Pretty Little Liars, which was turned into a television series starring Ashley Benson, Lucy Hale and Shay Mitchell. Recently, she has been writing a middle grade...
I Have a Full-Time Job and 2 High-Needs Kids…This Is Why I’m Class Parent Anyway
This story was contributed by Meredith Bodgas. My working parents participated in a single-digit number of school activities during work hours throughout my childhood. I truly don’t hold that against them. But I always thought it was so special and exciting when a...
Back to School Checklist: 8 Things To Do To Ease the Transition
Back to School is here or closely approaching—and it’s normal for emotions to be running high, for both kids and parents. Checking off a few bucket list items as well as taking simple steps to prepare can help make you feel like you’ve made the most of summer,...
Ultra-Processed Foods and Kids: How to Choose a Healthy Snack
Recently, the term “ultra-processed foods” has become a red flag for parents trying to feed their families healthy foods. In the last few years, studies have linked ultra-processed foods (UPF) to everything from dementia to diabetes. But those UPFs are, unfortunately,...
Meet an Author: Ross Mathews of The Tonight Show with Jay Leno & the Drew Barrymore Show!
You might know Ross Mathews as an Emmy-winning media personality and producer, with stints as a judge and producer on RuPaul’s Drag Race, as a correspondent on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, and most recently, co-host of The Drew Barrymore Show. In his personal life,...
How to Safeguard Your Children’s Inheritance
You’ve worked hard to build wealth for your family, and now you’re facing a delicate balance: How do you leave your children a meaningful inheritance while protecting them from potential pitfalls like poor financial decisions, creditors, or divorce? To explore...
Landing That First Job: A Teen’s Guide to Acing Interviews and Dressing for Success!
Starting your first job as a teen can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. Whether you're saving for college, helping your family, or just eager to gain independence, entering the workforce is a big step toward adulthood. There are countless opportunities for...
Choosing the Best Breast Pump for New Moms
Finding the best breast pump as a new mom can feel overwhelming, especially with so many options on the market promising comfort, convenience, and efficiency. The ideal breast pump not only supports your feeding goals but also fits seamlessly into your...
Amazon Prime Day: 4 Reasons It’s Okay to Skip It
Amazon Prime Day is here, and it’s a doozy. For the first time, it’s four days long instead of one (or two, which it used to be). If you’re all about Prime Day (really, Prime Week…), that’s great. But if you aren’t feeling it, we hear you—these are 5 good reasons...
Meet a Mom: Dr. LA Thoma Gustin, Physical Therapist, Personal Trainer & Founder of DTBA
Dr. LA Thoma Gustin is a physical therapist and trainer who lives in Los Angeles with her husband, actor Grant Gustin (Glee, The Flash) and their two children, Juniper (almost 4) and Arthur (9 months). Being a mom and focusing on your own needs can feel mutually...
Meet an Author: Alison Morris Roslyn
Alison Morris Roslyn Alison Morris Roslyn has built her career as a journalist, spending two decades working in news, including at CNBC in Paris, KDKA-TV in Pittsburgh and Fox 5 in New York. She’s covered the Super Bowl, the Stanley Cup & the White...
