Top 15 Mom Blogs in Orange County Parenting OC offers its favorite mom blogs In the parenting world, mom bloggers are the new “it women” and are taking over the world — via internet, that is. According to a study by Scarborough Research, 3.9 million moms in the United States identify as bloggers and many […]
Stroller Strides
For moms with babies and toddlers, Stroller Strides is a great way to get outdoors, stay fit, engage and entertain children and meet other moms. Specially trained instructors lead moms through a total body workout which includes power walking and strength training using tubing equipment, the stroller and the environment, while babies sing and bounce […]
YMCA Parent-Child Swim Lessons
Learning to swim is a special milestone in every child’s life, but swimming also happens to be a fantastic form of exercise for parents. YMCA of Orange County offers parent-child swim lessons at its north and south county locations in Fullerton and Newport Beach, allowing children to learn the basics of water safety and become […]
Family Wellness: Baby Boot Camp
Buckle your little one into their stroller and get ready for a challenging workout with baby in tow. Baby Boot Camp offers various fitness options for new moms who want to stay active without having to hire a babysitter or personal trainer. The popular STROLLFIT class blends cardio drills, strength training, stretching and an “ab […]
Saving for College
Q [School Age]: My spouse and I are expecting our first child. As college costs continue to rise, what can we do now to prepare for that big, expensive day? A: Striking a good balance among a growing career, an expanding family and preparing for a newborn can be a challenge for parents. Whether your […]
Super Six OC Mompreneurs
With growing families and businesses throughout Orange County, these six moms and business women are giving a new meaning to the phrase, Super Woman. From left to right: Jenny Ross, Clarissa Zulik, Kristin Simpkins, Giselle Baturay, Stephanie Kelley, Christy Funk Raising a family is a tough job. Raising a family while starting, owning and running […]
Readers’ Choice Awards 2012: For Mom and Dad
BEST DATE NIGHT South: Dinner and a Movie: Irvine Spectrum The Irvine Spectrum has a lot to offer adults, especially when they have the night alone from the kids. Try a sophisticated meal at Javier’s which offers upscale Mexican food and premium margaritas or try a East meets West theme at Capital Dim Sum which […]
Readers’ Choice Awards 2012: For the Kids
BEST PRESCHOOL South: La Tierra, St. Andrews, Marbella Montessori There’s a lot of competition in Orange County, even when it comes to finding a good preschool. So much, that this year’s vote for best preschool is a three way tie between La Tierra, St. Andrews and Marbella Montessori preschools. All three schools cater to children […]
Readers’ Choice Awards 2012: For Families
BEST HISTORICAL SITE South: San Juan Capistrano Mission The San Juan Capistrano Mission is the seventh of 21 missions statewide. It was founded about two hundred years ago as a self sufficient community by Spanish Padres and Native Americans as a center for agriculture, industry, education and religion. Today, it serves as monument to California’s […]
Readers’ Choice Awards 2012
The best way to find out about the greatest places in a city is through the locals. They know all the right places to eat, shop and play. That’s why Parenting OC releases a readers’ choice issue every year; it’s where the locals tell us where to go. Celebrating its 10th annual issue, Parenting OC’s […]