Wildfires
San Diego is all too familiar with wildfires. Typically we see “fire season” start up around May and end by late October, but over the last few years, California’s wildfires have become a year-round occurrence. We are starting to...
As we get closer to when schools will start their transition from "Social Distance Schooling" to Phase 2 - Blended Learning (or in some schools, full-on reopening), I must admit I am worried. Not only worried, but also feeling...
Now that some of our children are getting back to school, parents know: a student who eats a healthy lunch will probably perform better than one who doesn't. Let’s dive in!
Studying can be quite hard, especially on an empty...
I've been hearing a lot from friends lately who are in pain. Some have begun working at home due to the pandemic and are trying to stay up-to-date with work while working from couches and beds. Others are overwhelmed...
"Check on your strong friend" is a phrase that's commonly placed on social media by people with very good intentions. What's usually missing is a plan to check on them in a manner that is impactful. The phrase brings awareness...
Running has always been a part of my life, or so it seems. I started running with my mom when I was in 7th grade. I decided to join her in a 5k at the last minute while wearing...
May was Mental Health Awareness Month. Although we're now beginning June, world events mean it's still important to highlight the silent struggle so many of us battle. Let's talk about starting a conversation.
No matter how happy or confident someone...
Covid-19 has meant more stress for moms. During this pandemic, moms are, more than ever, shouldering the burden of what is known as the mental load.
Have you heard of it?
The mental load refers to the invisible but still necessary...
Keeping young kids entertained at home can be a daily challenge. I am constantly trying to come up with enriching activities to get through the weekdays. As the hours of daylight extend and the weather warms, outdoor fun wins...
It’s not uncommon for a woman to feel as if she’s drowning in stress. As this article from Psychology Today points out, many psychologists would cite a combination of impossible and incompatible ideals of work and home with a...
After 15 plus years in the fitness industry Ashley King has tried just about everything when it comes to diet and nutrition. Her unique, yet simple approach has served hundreds of women and moms across the country. So, get...
The clouds have parted and the sun is out again. We may not be able to hit the beaches like we normally would, but that doesn't mean we are spending all of our time indoors. As moms, we spend...
In + Around San Diego
15+ Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day in San Diego (2025 Edition)
Father’s Day lands on Sunday, June 15 this year—and if you’re in San Diego, you’re in luck. From breezy waterfront brunches to adrenaline-fueled outings...
