Video Baby Books
It is a constant struggle for us parents to capture every important moment and milestone in our young ones’ lives. I never seem to have the right camera ready at the right moment. And pictures of ourselves with the kids? Forget about it!! Until I met Francine Michelle, creator of Video Baby Books. Video Baby Books are my new favorite shower gift for 2015, what an amazing find they are! Francine Michelle is an award-winning film maker....
How to Cope when Parenthood Overwhelms You
First came love, then came marriage, then came the baby in the baby carriage. Our baby came amidst stories of love and wonder at having a new life. I asked questions of everyone and was given answers of everything will be blissfully easy. Hmmm….. Well, after 2 step sons and a set of Irish Twins, I can tell you they all lied to me!! Yes, parenting is amazing and honestly, I would not change any of my experiences for anything in the...
This Sunday in Malibu
Sunday was a kite flying kind of a day here in Malibu! The weather forecast had us in the 80’s so all other plans were abandoned and we quickly packed up for the beach. Chairs, beach toys, towels, surf boards and food all got thrown into the love bus. There was a nice breeze out so hubby tossed the kites in too and off we went. It was a lovely day of my favorite kind in Malibu. There is something about being at the beach. Yes, I know...
Solstice Canyon in Malibu
Solstice Canyon State Park in Malibu, CA is a very pretty park rich with history dating back to the early 20th century. There are hiking trails available for all levels of hikers – beginner short, flat trails to the biggie trails at over 6 miles! This site is home to one of the only year-round waterfalls in the Santa Monica Mountains as well as the ruins of 2 homesteads. Historically, the Chumash originally used the land for food,...
How to Teach Kids to Ice Skate
With winter well underway, ice skating has been on my brain. Ice skating is one of my favorite things to do in the winter. Whether we can go outside on a frozen pond or to an indoor rink, ice skating is something I have looked forward to doing with my children for a long time. We recently went ice skating (a few times!) to an indoor rink on a trip back east. It was so much fun, I can’t wait to go again! Though we do not have any...
For Those Who Came Before Us
An amazing thing happened to me over this past holiday. While in my parent’s house, I was looking for their luggage scale and bumped the bookshelf. Out fell an old photo album open to the above picture. It was one I had never seen before and I had to take a closer look. It is a photo of my grandmother, my mother’s mother, getting ready to scuba dive using some sort of a gas mask turned into a breather which was common in the early...
My New Year’s Resolution
It does not seem possible to me that 2015 is right around the corner. Right about now “What are your resolutions for this year?” seems to be the hot question at every party and it has me thinking about the year behind and what I can do to make the year ahead better! I am halfway through the 12 Weeks to a Flawless Fanny. The Butt Babe has me looking and feeling great so weight loss and diet do not need to be on the list. You know how I...
Trendy #GiftIdeas for Kids
It is hard to believe that Santa will be making his journey in just a couple of days!! Every year it is a challenge to find the perfect gift for my children. In case you have not yet either, there is still time to order from amazon! Here are a few of our fave picks for Christmas 2014. Happy Holidays! Malibu Mama Loves Xx
How to Raise Polite Children
The Holiday Season is a time for sharing, caring and social gatherings. Obnoxious, rude children can ruin even the best of occasions. When you do not instill the value of being kind and courteous to others in your children, you are ultimately alienating them from society. The repercussions of hateful behavior will interfere with every aspect of their lives; from getting crossed off the invite list for school events and parties, to...
Holiday Shopping for Kids Tip!
Holiday shopping has become an art form. Finding that perfect gift for your child, who already has everything, within your budget is a mission of its own kind!! A friend of mine shared with me her plan to find the perfect gifts for her children and I was so impressed with it, I knew I had to share it with you! Her big secret to make holiday shopping easy? Each season, she and her mate plan a date night to have dinner early in...

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