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FXP Hula Hoop Workout

Posted on May 19, 2015 | Filed Under: Fitness | Tags: Cardio Workout DVD, FXP Fitness, Hula Hoop Workout | 4 Comments

I know from my own experience that if you do not enjoy your workout, then you are less likely to commit to it & be consistent. Personally I like variety & trying new exercise classes. However between work & my daughter’s school schedule, I don’t always have time to hit the gym. So when I heard about FXP Hula Hoop, which is a workout that you can do at home, I decided to give it a whirl! The FXP Hula Hoop Starter Kit comes … [Read more...]

Tasty Burrito Bowls from Red’s Natural Foods

Posted on May 11, 2015 | Filed Under: Food | Tags: Burrito Bowls, Red’s Natural Foods | 10 Comments

I love Mexican food. If it were up to my family, we would have it at least once or twice a week. Taco Tuesday? Why, yes please! However there are days when I’m craving Mexican food, but I don’t have time to prepare it. Thank goodness for Red’s Natural Foods! Their brand new Burrito Bowls are delicious & convenient to make! Red’s Natural Foods' Burrito Bowls feature cilantro-lime rice, roasted corn, black beans & tomatillo salsa. They … [Read more...]

Meet Maxine Evans a Newborn Photographer

Posted on May 6, 2015 | Filed Under: Real Moms of the SFV | Tags: Agoura Hills Newborn Photographer, LA Baby Photographer, Maxine Evans Photography | 1 Comment

Maxine Evans is a Los Angeles based professional photographer specializing in Newborn, Baby & Maternity Portraiture. Her photography career has spanned over two decades. Maxine started out in the tourism industry & eventually transitioned to portrait photography. I met Maxine through social media & was immediately blown away by her photos! Mother’s Day is coming up & as I look back at my daughter’s baby pictures from 8 years … [Read more...]

Highlights from Star Wars Celebration

Posted on April 23, 2015 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: Furbacca, Star Wars, Star Wars Celebration | 4 Comments

Star Wars fans took over the Anaheim Convention Center for four days during a conference called Star Wars Celebration. It was crazy fun, a bit overwhelming at times but I’m glad that I got to experience it, especially since my hubby & daughter are huge fans. Being that I used to work in the toy industry a million years ago, I always like to look at the merchandise at these conventions. Star Wars has always been an evergreen property in … [Read more...]

Meet Tamar Barazani a Licensed Speech Pathologist

Posted on April 22, 2015 | Filed Under: Real Moms of the SFV | Tags: Encino Speech Therapist, Licensed Speech Pathologist, Tamar Barazani | 4 Comments

Tamar Barazani is a licensed bilingual Speech and Language Pathologist who has been in practice for 10 years. She has a background in Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) & also obtained her Master’s degree in Speech Pathology. Tamar founded her practice two years ago in Encino, CA. I first got to know Tamar through social media. A family member of mine works as a speech pathologist at a school, so I am somewhat familiar with the training one … [Read more...]

Meet Dina Kimmel Founder and CEO of We Rock the Spectrum Kids Gym

Posted on April 8, 2015 | Filed Under: Real Moms of the SFV | Tags: Dina Kimmel, We Rock the Spectrum Kids Gym | 4 Comments

I first heard about We Rock the Spectrum a couple of years ago when we were invited to a birthday party that was held at their facility. I had been to kids gyms before but this one stood out for its commitment to providing a nurturing & fun environment that fosters learning & safe sensory experiences for all children. When I heard Dina’s backstory on how she developed We Rock the Spectrum (WRTS), I thought it was amazing & I just … [Read more...]

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