• Things To Do
    • Animal Encounters
    • Fairs & Festivals
    • Outdoor Activities
    • Performing Arts
  • Readers’ Choice Awards
  • School Heroes
  • Contests
  • Advertise
  • Digital Editions
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Tiktok
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
Digital Editions

Parenting OC

Get the latest, straight to your inbox!Subscribe
MenuClose
  • Things To Do
    • Animal Encounters
    • Fairs & Festivals
    • Outdoor Activities
    • Performing Arts
  • Readers’ Choice Awards
  • School Heroes
  • Contests
  • Advertise
  • Digital Editions
  • Health & Wellness
    • Allergy, Colds, & Flu
    • Mindfulness
    • Mental Health
    • Spas & Gyms for Mom
    • Therapies for Kids
  • Camps & Activities
    • Arts & Crafts
    • Performing Arts
    • Sports
    • STEM Learning
    • Day Camps
    • Overnight/Away Camps
    • Special Needs Camps
  • Education
    • Private Schools
    • Public Schools
    • Alternative Education
    • Child Care & Pre-K
    • Tutoring
  • Lifestyle
    • Beauty & Style
    • Food
    • Pets
    • Spas & Gyms for Mom
    • Gift Guides
    • Travel
  • Special Needs
    • Learning Resources
    • Inspiration
    • Therapies & Treatments
  • OC Families
    • Local Heroes
    • OC Dads
    • OC Moms
  • The Fun Finder
  • Calendar

Gift Guides

It’s Time to De-stress

Published August 18, 2020Admin Only:

Therapy Dough

Therapy Dough

Let’s be honest: Parenting has gotten difficult this year. Staying at home all day with the kids can take a toll, but managing your stress doesn’t have to take a backseat. Uncommon Goods’ Therapy Dough is modeled after clay used by art therapists and is even infused with natural essential oils for stress relief. With the soothing scent of lavender or vibrant smell of orange, you can squeeze out your stress and have fun doing it. 

$15, uncommongoods.com


Taboo Game

Taboo’s Kids vs. Parents  

Want to spend relaxing, quality time without screens? Check out Taboo’s Kids vs. Parents game, where kids and parents can compete. The game includes two decks of cards with a deck designed especially for kids and another for parents. This fast-paced game includes over 1,000 guess words on 260 cards — 130 cards for adults and 130 cards designed with younger kids in mind. The team with the most points wins the family game of unspeakable fun.

$16.99, target.com


Family Adventure Journal

Family Adventure Journal

There’s no better way to de-stress than to get outside and enjoy nature. But with the Family Adventure Journal, you can turn every outing into an exciting adventure. The Family Adventure Journal can turn your walks or outdoor time into a memorable experience for the whole family. The journal includes entries for designing an imaginary treehouse, making a birds-eye-view map, building a natural sculpture, nature bingo and much more. So next time you want to have screen-free fun, take the Family Adventure Journal along.

$16.95, chroniclebooks.com


Alleviate Anxiety Kit

Alleviate Anxiety Kit

During these stressful times, it’s important to check in on loved ones. With the Alleviate Anxiety Kit, you can send a bundle of soothing goodies that will surely cheer them up. The kit includes a stylish travel bag, therapy dough, a massage rollerball, over 50 mindfulness cards, and a magazine dedicated to alleviating anxiety. So next time you feel like you or a friend could use a helping hand, check out this curated gift. 

$40, brogliebox.com


Related Posts:

  • A New Kind of Back-to-School
  • Summer Face Masks
  • Gifts for Dad
  • Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Calm The Chaos Book

Calm the Chaos Journal Planner 

Carving out a few moments in your day to write out how you’re feeling is an easily accessible de-stressing measure. The Calm the Chaos Journal Planner makes it even easier to get out any frustrations or anxiety you may be facing. With the chic design and helpful layout, this journal isn’t your standard composition notebook. Whenever you start to stress or need some time to yourself, reach for your journal and write the stress away.

$12.89, target.com


Calm Vitamins

Calm Chocolate Vitamin for Kids 

This calming chocolate supplement from Good Day Chocolate is made with a blend of chamomile flower and L-theanine, a natural compound often found in tea leaves. These little milk chocolates are not only tasty with natural coloring from fruits and veggies, but were developed by doctors. With only 2 grams of sugar a piece and no high-fructose corn syrup, these little supplements pack a nutritious punch. 

$15.99, gooddaychocolate.com


Acupressure Ring

Designed with little triangular-shaped points, these acupressure rings are inspired by acupuncture but without the needles. It is great for distracting the mind, channeling energy and improving your overall well-being while also stimulating pressure points on your fingers.

$10.23, etsy.com


By Diana Jarrah

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

You may also like...
Ocean Easy Fold Play Gym
Holiday Gift Guide 
Smashers Monster Truck 
Holiday Gift Guide
Holiday Kid Guide
Family Holiday Gift Guide
Holiday Gift Guide
What's Hot Holiday Gifts for Kids and Parents
Holiday Gift Guide
Gifts for Pets
Free Weekly Newsletter
Stay up to date on current events, hot topics, contests and giveaways by signing up for Parenting OC’s mailing list.
Name
Parenting OC
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Tiktok
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

The Villa Del Sol
305 North Harbor Blvd, Suite 320

Office hours: 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Phone: 714-630-4510
Fax: 714-492-8434
Advertising: 714-630-4510 (ext. 1 for North County, ext. 2 for Central County, ext. 3 for South County)
Events: 714-630-4510 ext. 4
Publisher: 714-630-4510 ext. 5

© Copyright 2025 Parenting OC. All rights reserved.

  • Parenting OC Newsletter Sign Up
  • Advertise
  • Contact

Website Design & Development by Guido Media

Close
Type your search and press enter
Search