Mama Knows It All - Health and wellness for moms and girls

My family’s recent trip to the Carlsbad Flower fields got my daughter, Lily, non-stop talking about our upcoming flower-centered trip to Japan!
After an 11 hour flight, the whole family landed in Tokyo this last week, and I have to admit that (as a frequent Japan traveler, but someone who was never able to time the blooms quite right) this year was the most beautiful I’ve ever seen them!...

Hello, mammas!
It is April in SoCal and I have to admit that this is one of my favorite times of the year!
If you are thinking about what to do for a staycation as spring break approaches or are just wanting some fun activities to celebrate the spring, I have made up a list of some of my family’s favorite activities and places to go during this very special...

SoCal Mamas, if you have never been to the Carlsbad Ranch in the spring, you are really missing out on one of the most beautiful sights in the state!
The trip was a total surprise for me and I wanted to share our family adventure.
It all started one cozy afternoon last week while I was going through old family photo albums with my children....

As a parent, if you have a child in school, or if you’re navigating the academic waters yourself… you’re well aware that we’re in the thick of midterm season.
To begin with, in my household the tension during exam time is almost palpable.
Meanwhile, balancing the fine line between employing tiger mom tactics and adopting a gentler parenting approach has always been a challenge for me, and my husband feels equally lost....