Virtual Dental Help
Q: My child is having dental issues, but I don't feel comfortable taking them to a dental office. What is telehealth and how can my family use this while we are all trying to social distance? All ages Dental decay does not stop progressing because of a pandemic. More than ever, it is essential to care for your family’s oral and overall health. In the wake of COVID-19, Healthy Smiles for Kids of Orange County (Healthy Smiles) offers a virtual service called telehealth to ensure families have access to oral health care while reducing the risk of coronavirus transmission. Q:...
Home Office Essentials
Standing Desk ConverterNowadays with work and home life blurring together, there couldn’t be a better addition to your office than a compact sit-stand desk converter. Make your work days more productive by periodically standing to help boost your energy and focus. No need to buy a whole new furniture set as this tabletop desk converter offers a trendy, gray, wood-grain work surface that will up the look of your home office. There are even small compartments for your smartphone, tablet and coffee mug that give freedom to personalize your space. $199.99, amazon.com Echo DotMeet the all-new Echo Dot that will...
Summer Sports Camp Tips
What should I keep in mind about sending my kids to a summer sports camp? All ages Enrolling a child in a sports camp positively focused around their interests ensures their vacation time and your money is well spent. When choosing a camp it’s important to consider the following: Safety Dropping your child off can sometimes be a daunting experience for any parent, particularly for the first time. A good camp will have a robust check-in and pick-up procedure in place that gives you peace of mind that the safety of participants is at the forefront of the planning process....
The Family That Rides Together…
Quality time at One of California’s Top Dude Ranches, Alisal Guest Ranch in Santa Ynez Valley As the world opens up and normalcy creeps back one cautious step at a time, the annual summer getaway takes on a special significance this year. It must be good, a vacation so memorable that it will restore your child’s smile and wipe away bad thoughts left from the past 15 months of pandemic anxiety, civil unrest and politics-fueled kerfuffles. A stay at a dude ranch is meant to be that kind of memory-maker and mood enhancer. I tried it, and it’s not even...
Art for the Holidays
(Photos Courtesy of Diana Shabtai) Making art as a family can help encourage bonding while creating something special for the holidays. Creating art together as a family this holiday season allows a parent to possibly gain better insight into how their child is feeling or thinking by encouraging them to participate in arts and crafts activities or other activities. Arts and crafts, for example, are a great way for youth to turn to their endless imagination all while doing something productive and expressive with it through creativity. There are many materials and activities to choose from, which can allow children...
Valentine’s Day Heart Craft and Lesson
(Photo Courtesy of Adriene Madden/Adventures in the Schoolhouse) The Little Red Schoolhouse’s (adventuresintheschoolhouse.com) latest crafting video is ready to instruct you how to create a craft for your Valentine. As you craft, don’t forget to snap some photos. https://youtu.be/bksqjLxmu8w Craft Supplies 1 Pinecone Paper plate Yarn Safe Needle Scissors Hole puncher Enter Our Craft Photo Contest Submit a picture of your child with this craft or any other craft of your choice below for a chance to be featured in Parenting OC Magazine, on The Little Red Schoolhouse’s socials and to win a free class with Mrs. Madden! Plus, the...
Waterpark Nostalgia
(Photo Courtesy of Wild Rivers) Wild Rivers is back in Irvine to create new lasting memories for families. It’s been 11 years since Orange County waterpark Wild Rivers made a splash in Irvine. This summer, locals and visitors can make their way back for a new wave of memories as the iconic park returns to Irvine “bigger and better” than ever. “Wild Rivers President Mike Reidel has been tirelessly working for 12 years to bring an all-new Wild Rivers to Orange County by securing the funding and the ideal location in the heart of Orange County at the Great Park,...
Reader’s Choice Awards 2022: Family Fun Winners
Best Amusement Park/Family Fun Center Boomers! Irvine Boomers maintains its top spot in the ranking, which is no surprise considering the variety of activities offered at the park. From miniature golf, Go Karts, rides, Lazer Tag and climbing walls to batting cages and arcade games, just about anyone can find something entertaining. boomersparks.com | Irvine Best Arcade Dave & Buster’s Dave & Buster’s is still a readers’ favorite thanks to its mix of food and games. From billiards and bowling to arcade classics and virtual reality, it’s always game on at the popular hangout. Prefer to watch a game? They’ve...
Holiday Kid Guide
Still don’t know what to get the kids? We got you covered with this toy and game gift guide sure to light up your kids’ holidays. Create & Play Magnetic Monsters A monstrously good time awaits as kids create one-of-a-kind monsters by mixing & matching magnetic heads, arms, torsos and more. All 20 parts turn a full 360 degrees to bring these monsters to life. $29.99, ages 3-8, lakeshorelearning.com Superspace A life-sized modular magnetic play space set that connects like magic. Kids can create almost any structure they dream up and then play in their innovations. Packs away into a...
In the Moment
Enter to Win Tickets Winner will receive a four-pack of tickets to various prizes in OC. Pictures should capture your little one(s) being "in the moment" - it could be something funny, something memorable, or something clever. 50 words or less. To enter, submit your photos below. *One win limited per year*
Camp James Summer Day Camp
Serving OC Families for over 30 years offering children ages 4-17 an opportunity to connect with friends and the outdoors. Camp James is an ACA Accredited Camp located in the beautiful Back Bay in Newport Beach. Activities include swimming, canoes, archery, Gocarts, kayaks, SUP, climbing wall, crafts, laser tag, drama, dance, STEM, martial arts, zip line, mini golf, Gaga, ping pong, Legos, and more. Hours 8:30-4:30 Campers and Parents love the unique setting, quality staff and wide variety of activities. Winner of Parenting OC Magazine Readers Choice Best Day Camp for ten years. 101 N Bayside Dr, Newport Beach,...
Best Parks in OC
Play in the Park! Find the best family friendly parks and play places that Orange County has to offer. 1. Irvine Regional Park (Photo Courtesy of OC Parks) Irvine Regional Park features close to 500 acres of picnic areas, sport fields, hiking and equestrian trails. Other attractions include Orange County Zoo, Irvine Park Railroad and pony rides, bike and paddle boat rentals and plenty of playgrounds. The park’s train guides passengers through the historic park, which sits in the foothills of Orange. The petting zoo is nestled among the park’s live oak and sycamore groves, where families can feed goats...
Difference Maker
Matthew Kenslow, a Costa Mesa man with autism spectrum disorder raises awareness and inspires children as a teacher, volunteer, social media star and juggler.
Making Waves of the Future
Discovery Cube Orange County launches two new interactive, ocean-themed exhibits for fun, education and hands-on experiences to inspire the next generation.
Classes
We bring you the best of the best in Orange County classes for kids plus plenty more you won’t want to miss. Congratulations to all our winners!
The Montessori Difference
LiMai Montessori Academy directors weigh in on why to choose a Montessori education. Why should I choose a Montessori preschool for my 3-year-old child?
Letter from the Publisher
This February issue marks a milestone for me as the publisher of Parenting OC. Twenty years ago was the first Parenting OC ever published by Tierney Publishing.
Pixar Haven
Get immersed at Disneyland Resort’s new Pixar Place Hotel. Splashes of color are everywhere you look at Disneyland Resort’s Pixar Place Hotel
Dealing with Spring Allergies
Do you find yourself constantly wiping your child’s runny nose, soothing their persistent cough, or noticing red, itchy skin? It common for parents to worry
Learn & Grow 2024
An estimated 1800 visitors came out to be entertained and to meet the Learn & Grow exhibitors on Saturday, September 14, at The District at Tustin Legacy.
Q&A with Superintendent Stefan Bean
O.C. Board of Education trustees, from left, Jorge Valdes, Ken Williams, Tim Shaw and Mari Barke with newly appointed Orange County Supt. Dr. Stefan Bean, seated.(Photo Courtesy of Orange County Department of Education) We get to know the new Orange County superintendent of schools. The Orange County Board of Education recently appointed longtime educator Stefan Bean as Orange County’s 12th superintendent of schools. Bean is completing the rest of former Superintendent Al Mijares’ term, which ends in January 2027. Mijares announced in April that he would step down on June 30 after more than a decade in the role because...
Mindful Monsters
Try these Halloween activities to enchant your kids’ minds. Halloween is a season filled with excitement, creativity and a sprinkle of spookiness!
Thanksgiving Recipes
A beloved staple, the pot pie. A comforting dish, wrapped in tasty nostalgia, with a vegan twist that will keep bellies full during the holiday eating season.
Holiday Peppermint Hot Cocoa
‘Tis the season for this stove-top peppermint hot cocoa which is made with creamy oat milk, maple syrup, double the chocolate and peppermint, of course!
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