Clearing Up Teenage Acne
Beverly Hills Esthetician, Rebecca Palmer shares her secrets on how to help your teen clear up their skin this summer.
Q: My teenager is broken out all over her face and back. Is there anything she can do to clear up for summer?
If the patient is able to be out of the sun for 2 weeks I would recommend a series of chemical peels prior to summer. If they will be in the sun I would recommend a deep pore facial on the face/body including a light glycolic peel with extractions. For body breakouts, I really like to incorporate a body wash that has benzoyl peroxide. (more…)
How to Use Essential Oils
By Elisa Mardagen
How can you use essential oils to help your children recover from colds?
Elisa Mardagen reveals how to help your children recover from colds and relax with essential oils.
Q: What oils do you use for your family to relieve colds?
A: The essential oils I use for colds for our whole family are Eucalyptus for it’s decongestant properties as well as Peppermint. I also use Frankincense to help ease any coughing. I like to make a chest rub with these oils so I use coconut oil (solid, not fractionated) as the base. I add in the oils and stir it together. Then I rub it on the chest, back and feet as needed. I will also diffuse these same oils beside the bed at night for some added support. (more…)
Family Vacation Anxiety
Can everything really go smoothly on a family vacation?
By Shirin Yadegar
Do you get anxiety when thinking of your next family vacation. Family vacations require hours of thoughtful planning so everyone involved is happy.
Is that realistic when you have teenagers and kindergarteners?
Yes, it is.
Over spring break we planned an incredible two week vacation for our immediate family which includes my husband and I and our 14, 12, 8 and 6 year old plus my nearly 80 year old father-in-law. (more…)
Is it Wise for a Parent to Homeschool Their Own Child?
By Janis Adams
There are times when a traditional school is just not working for your child. It may be as simple as scheduling. Perhaps a child’s personal or professional interests may require a flexibility that schools are unable to accommodate. It may be that a child’s academics do not align with their grade level. The child may be highly gifted or in need of remediation, struggling with a curriculum that does not even closely match their academic level. It may also be emotional, for example, a child that is being bullied. There are many reasons that parents seek alternative options to a one-size-fits-all school.
When a traditional school fails to meet a child’s needs, many parents decide to homeschool. This option sounds fun and creative, anticipating days spent exploring, discussing, and bonding. However, despite these benefits, it can also be over-whelming and frustrating for both the child and the parent. Taking responsibility for a child’s education requires ample time and an unwavering commitment. It is a teaching job and not something to be treated lightly. (more…)
March-Camps 2018
Staying Young with Elissa Goodman
Teens and Money
The Perfect Spring Break Staycation
By Trish Healy
Spring Break is almost upon us. So for many of us Moms that means scratching our heads looking for new and inventive ways to keep the kids entertained.
But you don’t need to head out of town for a memorable vacay. Why not give the kids a spring break escape at home with a stay-cation they’ll never forget?
WonderTent Parties has created a range of memory making at home SleepOver and GlampOut experiences designed to bring the WOW to spring break sleepovers. (more…)
February-Camps 2018
Academic Achievers
Academic Achievers’ award-winning KinderPrep® and Early Elementary Camp is a whole child approach to learning that combines the fun of camp with the academics of school to help the child transition into kindergarten, 1st or 2nd grade. With a 4:1 ratio of Master teachers to students, and their beautiful park-like facility in Santa Monica, KinderPrep® Camp is the go-to summer academic camp for all 4-6 year olds on the Westside. Call today as space is limited.
Available only:
Aug. 6-10, 2018
Aug. 13-17, 2018
For more information:
http://www.academicachievers.com/kindercamp
or contact:
Marissa@AcademicAchievers.com
(424)238-4555
Broadway Kids LA
A Children’s Summer Musical Theatre Workshop
This summer, the entire cast of Broadway Kids LA, will be Singing, Dancing and Performing a Musical Revue of the Classic, “THE SOUND OF MUSIC”. Throughout the entire Workshop, the actors learn and experience ALL aspects of Musical Theatre while creating and designing their very own Sets, Props and Costumes. Come join us in this Amazing experience.
June 18_July 20, 2018; Mon-Fri. 9am-3pm at the American Jewish University, 15600 Mulholland Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90077
BroadwaykidsLA@gmail.com.
http://www.BroadwaykidsLA.com
310-617-4154
Faye Jeser and Julie Frankel-Koch, Directors
Tips on Trips and Camps
Tips on Trips and Camps is a FREE Advisory Service providing information on over 600 overnight summer camps, trips and programs for students ages 7 to 18+. In addition to traditional and specialty camps, they represent programs offering student travel, language immersion, cultural exploration, outdoor adventures, community service, internships and academic study on college campuses in the US and abroad. Through interviews with directors, personal visits to camps and programs in session and feedback from families of recent participants, they gather information to share with the families they advise — offering parents a thorough selection process and saving them valuable time.
http://tipsontripsandcamps.com/
310.202.8448
Jill@TipsonTripsandCamps.com
Got Game Summer Camp
The Got Game Summer Camp is the premier day camp for kids ages 4-14 all across Los Angeles! The Got Game Camp is unique in that we allow each child the opportunity to fully customize their day, based on what interests them! Each child can leave camp having experienced very different days from our variety of indoor/outdoor sports and activities, water play, special on-site surprises, field trips and so much more! Come make lasting friendships with the most fun, loud, inspiring, engaging, totally awesome and experienced coaching staff around! Summer Camp is 8 weeks beginning on June 11th. Sign up for one week, or sign up for multiple weeks! Every Monday starts a new camp!
http://www.GotGameCamp.com
Admin@GotGameCamp.com
(310) 975-8524 ext. 1
SUMMER COOKING AND BAKING CAMPS *Ages 7-15*
Let Chef Eric teach your child HOW to COOK! 15 YEARS!
Academy 1 – $375 -Pizza, Desserts; Pasta, Breakfast
Academy 2 – $375 – Cookies, Gourmet Sandwiches, Healthy Snacks, Meals/Desserts
Academy 3 – $395 -Italian, Mexican, Asian, BBQ / Desserts
Academy 4 – $395 – Healthy Dining, Worldly Travels, International, Grilling/Desserts
Baking Camp – $395 – Soufflés, Cakes, Crepes, Sticky Buns, Scones, Cookies, Tarts
For class dates / availability please go to http://www.culinaryclassroom.com or call 310.470.2640