Take some time during summer break for fun projects the whole family will remember. Do any teachers still assign that September cliché, the essay on “What I did during summer … [More...]
Local Heroes
Conor Quill and Miracles for Kids
Teenager Conor Quill began volunteering with Orange County-based Miracles for Kids in first grade, and he shows no signs of stopping. Christmas. Back to School. These are all … [More...]
Ask the Experts
Protecting the Knees During Sports
Q: [All Ages] "My daughter likes to play jumping and turning sports like soccer, lacrosse and volleyball. How can I protect her knees?" A: The ACL … [More...]
Soothing Anxious Children
Q: [All Ages] "My child is anxious. No matter how much I reassure her she insists that her worries are justified. What more can I do to help … [More...]
Preventing Bullying
Q: [All Ages] My son is entering high school and I’m worried about bullying. How can I prevent it? A: We think of bullies as tough kids who are all … [More...]
Pets in the Family
Tips for Trips with Pets
Some pets make great travel companions. Here are some things to know about traveling with pets. Most pet parents are quite familiar with that sad, puppy-dog look whenever they … [More...]
Family Wellness
Keep Kids Water Safe
Project Wipeout Program Coordinator William Koon offers families tips for staying safe in the pool and ocean. Saying hello to summer means sun, sand, warm weather and time in the … [More...]
Parenting OC Events
Upcoming Parenting OC Events
Enter your cute kid in Parenting OC’s Kinderfest Kid Contest for the chance to star on the cover of one of our magazines! The contest will be taking … [Read More...]
Foodie Jr.
Chicken Wings for Dad
Slater’s 50/50 Slater’s 50/50 is known for their burgers (comprised of 50 percent ground beef and 50 percent bacon) but they are … [More...]
Mindfulness
Summer Trips and Tips to Help Relax and Reconnect with Your Family
Summer trips can serve to refuel the family unit by keeping actively mindful. Enjoy the journey, not just … [More...]
Openings
Cultivation Kitchen
Dig In The fast-casual Cultivation Kitchen, is now open at Farmers Park, next door to the Anaheim Packing … [More...]
What’s Hot
Father’s Day Gifts for Dad
Skin Care This affordable yet luxurious skin care line by Brickell Men Products steps in to make dad’s skin smooth and … [More...]
Trips with Kids
Scottsdale’s Desert Gem and Santa Cruz’s Dream Inn
Each of these two family getaways is a six-hour drive from OC—one-tank road trips—but the similarities end there. … [More...]
