Vegan Food at LEGOLAND California Resort

One of my favorite things about LEGOLAND California is their food. As someone who used to work there, I can tell you that their food standards are extremely high. They have always sold a lot of vegetarian and vegan options and source a lot of their ingredients and products locally and from natural and organic brands. We are so lucky to have this gem among all the theme park and entertainment options in San Diego because it is a great place to play and you won't have trouble finding healthy food.

Teal Pumpkin Project - Dollar Store Pumpkin Craft

If you are looking to get crafty as well as do something fun and inclusive for Halloween I suggest participating in the Teal Pumpkin Project. A teal pumpkin is a symbol to kids with allergies that you will have a non-candy treat. Often kids with food allergies are not able to participate in Trick or Treating but we can change that. Gather your friends with food allergies or not and paint some cute little teal pumpkins.

Gobi: A Little Dog With a Big Heart - Book Review

I remember a while back I had skimmed across the story of a marathon runner who had a stray dog join him in the middle of the desert. Some of you may know the extraordinary story of ultra-marathoner Dion Leonard and little Gobi from the June 2016 Gobi Desert Run. Well this amazing story is now in children's book form.

Everyday Cleaning Products Can Put You at Risk for Autoimmune-Related Health Problems

Natural vinegar cleaning solution and disinfectant recipes

By Dr. Chad Larson, NMD, DC, CCN, CSCS, Advisor and Consultant on Clinical Consulting Team for Cyrex Laboratories

Would you be surprised if I told you that the very products you might be using to rid your home of dirt, germs, grime and bacteria might actually be causing you and your family more harm than those elements would themselves? Would you be concerned if I suggested that your everyday household cleaning products could not only aggravate chronic health and immunity issues, but could even cause the onset of autoimmune related illness? Well, the good news is that these risks can be mitigated if you know what to look for and there are tests available to gauge reaction to the potentially harmful toxins and chemicals we tend to invite into our homes. The key is to understand what we’re dealing with.

Fingerlings Monkeys are the Latest Robotic Pet Craze

My kids are always asking for a pet. I'm actually all for it as long as someone else does everything they need to do themselves to make it happen. I love animals. I just don't like all the work that goes into taking care of them. We just got the opportunity to try out Fingerlings little monkey toys. Find out what we think of the newest little electronic pet on the market and if it lands a spot on our Holiday Gift Guide...

Pinball Science Book Review

Chances are, some of you have a kid like mine that craves science as an activity, and learning as a hobby, or perhaps you have a birthday to go to for a 7 to 10 year old that has an affinity for hands on learning or building things. Well we go the opportunity to review an advanced copy of Pinball Science with a fully DIY pinball machine kit inside and it is the perfect toy for these future physicists.

San Clemente State Beach Camping Trip

We just crossed another Southern California Beach Camp off our bucket list and camped for 3 nights with 2 kids at San Clemente State Beach. We have been camping our way through Orange County and San Diego Counties and got to find out what makes this place unique.

How to Reduce Sweating Problems at School - 9 Myths and Truths About Excessive Sweating Among Students

This is a contributed post by Merilee Kern, MBA

Amid all things “back to school”—whether in the elementary, secondary or collegiate systems—there’s a common but hidden scourge: excessive sweating. In fact, a national survey conducted by the International Hyperhidrosis Society (IHhS)—the scholars of sweat—shows as many as one in five teens (nearly 20%) suffers from extreme, uncomfortable, embarrassing, debilitating, and emotionally-devastating sweating. This type of sweating is a serious medical condition known as hyperhidrosis and nearly 367 million people of all ages struggle with it on their hands, feet, face, underarms, or body. Hyperhidrosis can be particularly devastating for students at school. But, unfortunately, even though millions of children and teens experience excessive sweating, most aren't aware that they have a treatable condition and are often too ashamed or afraid to talk to anyone—even their parents—about the problem.

Our Avocado Baby Brunch - Menu and Recipe Ideas for a Plant-Based Playdate

This post was sponsored by Fresh Avocados – Love One Today® as part of an In-Home Party Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

If you follow me on Instagram, you probably know I'm a little avocado obsessed. On a normal day, you can find me smashing fresh avocado on toast and topping with tomatoes, onions and hot sauce. I like it sliced on a Buddha bowl, on a sandwich, wrap or veggie burger, I'm even known to carry one in my purse... Today I got to throw a party with my mommy tribe, their beautiful babies, and my favorite fruit.