**Editor’s Note: As of July 2020, Mommy's Retreat is closed.** Mommy’s Retreat is beauty salon that’s just perfect for busy Valley moms. We all know that getting some quality “mom-me” time can be challenging. Between juggling work, school drop-off, kids extra-curricular activities, etc. - it seems as if there’s barely any time left over for a relaxing mani/pedi or a much needed hair color appointment to cover up your roots. Mommy’s Retreat in … [Read more...]
Thursday Thoughts: Pop Culture Edition
I’m starting a new segment on my blog called Thursday Thoughts. Instead of focusing a blog post on one topic, Thursday Thoughts will be a collection of random thoughts/musings for the week. I’m not sure yet if it will be weekly or bi-weekly, but in any case - here we go! Ocean’s 8 A couple of weeks ago, I went with my sister-in-law to watch an early screening of “Ocean’s 8.” We both liked the movie. The actresses all gave great … [Read more...]
Facey Tarzana: The Newest Valley Location for Your Family’s Healthcare Needs
For almost two decades, my family has been going to Facey Medical Group for our health care needs. Before I had my daughter, I visited the Northridge location for my annual check-up & well-woman visits. After I changed jobs, it became more convenient to visit the Facey Medical Group over in Porter Ranch. My hubby also goes to Facey & has been to 3 of their locations. After we had our daughter, we continued to use Facey for both adult … [Read more...]
Spa Lé La in Studio City {Spa Review}
Editor’s Note: As of July 2020, Spa Lé La in Studio City is closed. Spa Lé La is a new spa in Studio City which opened up last month. Now you may think, another spa in the San Fernando Valley? The difference (and it’s a major one) is that this spa caters to mommies. I attended a media preview of Spa Lé La in February, where I got to take a tour of the spa, as well as mingle with other mommy bloggers & influencers. The room … [Read more...]
Wheeling Around with Dynacraft! #DynacraftFun
As a kid, I really enjoyed exploring my neighborhood on bicycle. Now days, kids have so many fun modes to “wheel around” whether it’s with scooters, bikes or tricycles. Earlier this month I got to check out the newest Dynacraft collection of bicycles, ride-ons, & scooters for 2016. Dynacraft has designed fun products for kids who are fans of Spider-Man, the Minions and Thomas & Friends. I know a few little boys who would love to go … [Read more...]
PEEPS Easter Prize Pack Giveaway
This past weekend we had to spring forward one-hour due to Daylight Savings Time. As I was setting my clocks ahead one hour on Saturday evening, I realized that Easter is in two weeks! When it comes to filling an Easter basket, you can’t go wrong with adding some PEEPS into the mix. Typically I like to add in some non-candy items into my daughter's Easter basket, like a stuffed animal, reading book or a DVD of the latest animation movie. This … [Read more...]