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Californians know that the end of summer doesn’t mean beach trips stop, and warm fall days still call for a little “vitamin sea”. We all love the beach, but it can be an anxiety-inducing place for many parents. Some beach trips include huge waves, too many people, and...

In the past, we have discussed myths and misconceptions about the Foster Care system, facts and figures, and even helpful hints for new resource parents; but we want to take it back to the basics. If you are interested in becoming a resource parent or want to become...

Parenting a tween, teen, or young adult? As lovely as every child is, that stage can sometimes be a big ol’ “yikes”. New slang, infinite selfies, and songs from artists you’ve never even heard of—I mean, what the heck is a Doja Cat? Most, if not all of the laughable...

When older teens age out of the Foster system, many end up without an adequate living situation. Luckily, in an attempt to combat this, The California Fostering Connections to Success Act officially became law in 2012. One of the many changes this law brought is that...

For many, the first formal introduction people have to the Foster Care system is when it is featured in movies and T.V. shows, where it is usually played up or dramatized for the entertainment factor. This can lead to some myths or misconceptions that spread about...

Sometimes summer is just too hot to handle. After a full day of playing outside or running through the sprinklers, watching a movie as a family can be a great way to wind down and spend time together. What takes even longer than watching a movie though, is picking...

The Coronavirus has affected everyone in more ways than expected, and it has changed a lot of circumstances surrounding everyday things like schools, movie theaters, and grocery stores. What a lot of people may not realize though, is how the Coronavirus has changed...

As the end of the school year gets closer, we are hoping that the end of the Corona Virus gets closer as well. As parents, we know that the summertime “I’m bored” announcements will be especially rapid-fire this year if social distancing extends into the summer. While...

Working from home and helping your kids through distance learning is no easy feat, especially when you’re doing it most of the day, 5 days a week. To prevent feeling like you have 2 full-time jobs and to make the coming months as easy as possible, try creating a...