Hellobee

We had our teleconference orientation with SoCal Food Allergy on Friday, and got a more detailed understanding of what to expect in our upcoming appointments. Other practices might handle things differently, but this is what we can expect at this facility: FIRST VISIT: The Consultation Our very first visit will be more consultative than anything. This is […]

When Lil’ Miss Louboutin started Kinder, one of the most daunting tasks was figuring out camps. This was new territory for me because her preschool only ever closed for major holidays, and all we had to do was pay a small extra fee on top of our regular tuition to cover the extra fun summer activities […]

Right before Lil’ Miss Louboutin turned 7, we considered getting her a new bike because she was starting to outgrow her 16″ big box store bike with training wheels that we bought her when she was 4. Not only that, but it was heavy and clunky, and she didn’t love riding it. Just as we […]

It seems like there is a lot of interest in seeing what goes on in the life of a school-aged kid, so I thought I’d share a snapshot of our week. This is a week in the life as a working mom of two, as a full-time telecommuter, with dual drop-offs and pick-ups. Mister Chucks […]

I received this in my inbox the other day: Hi Mrs. High Heels! Welcome to the Southern California Food Allergy Institute (SCFAI). It is our pleasure to inform you that you have reached the top of the waitlist. We are excited for you to join the Tolerance Induction Program at SCFAI – the largest and […]

When Mister Chucks was on the verge of turning 5, we started thinking more about what kind of activity might suit his energetic, free-spirited self. A team sport of some kind was definitely on our mind as his personality seemed well-suited for it, and there’s no denying its many benefits. These benefits include building confidence, […]

After the best family vacation ever to Maui, Hawaii a few years ago, we decided that Hawaii is the place to vacation as a family with young kids (or any beachy, warm weather destination!). Since we live on the west coast, Hawaii is a relatively short flight for us, with a time zone change that works in our […]