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California, including SoCal, is facing challenges

California, including SoCal, is facing challenges of freedom of speech in the form of book banning. From classic literature to LGBTQIA authors, censorship has entered libraries and school districts. Read more at the link in our bio. #bannedbooksweek #censorship

Allow us to re-introduce ourselves…through the w

Allow us to re-introduce ourselves…through the words of our wonderful Creative Director, @Elena.Epstein, who was featured in @VoyageLAmag!

Full interview at link in bio or voyagela.com/interview/meet-elena-epstein-of-los-angeles/!

Congratulations, Elena!

#VoyageLA
#LAParent
#ElenaEpstein
#Featured
#QandA
#publishing
#LApublishers

#ShanaTova #yomkippur

#ShanaTova

#yomkippur

How's the #newschoolyear treating you so far??? I

How's the #newschoolyear treating you so far???

In the midst of the frenzy of sports practices, theater rehearsals, homework and packing school lunches, we’re always wondering: Is there a better way to manage the chaos?

We reached out to Asal Houshiarnejad, Psy.D., a mom of three young kids under the age of 8 and a therapist in Calabasas, for some tips on how to maintain a sense of calm during the school year.

For her great insights and tips, check the bio link!

#keepcalm

#selfcareforparents

#parentsofinstagram

#parentingwithcare

#parents

#parenting

#selfcare

#takecareofyou

#HispanicHeritageMonth can be celebrated all year

#HispanicHeritageMonth can be celebrated all year long. On laparent.com (link in bio), you can find events like this one taking place in the Ventura Harbor on Oct. 14 + more. #hispanicheritage #latinoheritage #latinoheritagemonth #celebrate

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Los Angeles

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Los Angeles Union Station and special guest Mariachi Los Servidores! The mariachi ensemble of LAPD sworn and civilian personnel will bring a lively performance to the Station’s historic Ticket Concourse along with snacks, giveaways and more. All ages are welcome to come out and join this one-of-a-kind cultural celebration.

Where: Los Angeles Union Station (Front of Ticket Concourse)

When: Friday, September 29 | 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

#hispanicheritagemonth
@unionstationla
#unionstationla
#mariachilosservidores

We’re always so excited to witness what our edit

We’re always so excited to witness what our editorial interns go on to do in the field, and Star Harvey makes us so very, very proud!

Her son, Bryce, is super proud of here, too!

@theweatherstar And If you ever had doubts, let me be an example that God doesn’t make mistakes. 💯 If he called you to it, he’ll lift you through it.🙏🏾

At the end of every day I humbly remind myself that my maternal and paternal family tree started in streets of South Central, Los Angeles (the eastside) IYKYK😩😂 and now here I am, in New York City, with my name in shinning lights🤩, and even more importantly with my favorite human by my side witnessing what it looks like when faith and hard work intersect.😎 I’m so proud of us! Bryce & I really been on a mission the last decade, and then there’s God always reminding us along the way…to keep pushing.

This really is an 11 year old prayer fully answered. Thank God!🙌🏾

🤳🏾📲These are posted around the city, if you happen to see one please send it my way. I ain’t gone lie to y’all, it really is cool thing to see!😬
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Being an ally to trans and nonbinary youth means m

Being an ally to trans and nonbinary youth means more than just accepting them. It means actively listening to them, respecting their pronouns and names, educating ourselves on their issues and advocating for their rights.

In this article by @chelslowela, you can find a guide on how to be an ally to trans and nonbinary youth, with resources from experts. Link in bio.

#TransRights #nonbinary #transyouth #genderdiversity

[Image 1: A graphic with a quote from Aydin Olson-Kennedy, DSW: “Reacting with, ‘Are you sure?’ is often deeply painful for the kid. And once that dynamic has shifted — the child now feels hurt, invalidated, ashamed — that is a bell you can’t unring.”

[Image 2: A graphic with a quote from the article: “Just stand and be with your child. Kids are, more often than not, terrified of the second that follows the disclosure.” –Aydin Olson-Kennedy, DSW

Love red lights when our beloved #CentralLibrary i

Love red lights when our beloved #CentralLibrary is the view.

@lapubliclibrary

*Holiday Cover Shoot* Editor @cassandra.lane71 an

*Holiday Cover Shoot*

Editor @cassandra.lane71 and photographer @philiciaendelman had a blast photographing actor @RushiKota and his baby Rydin (with cameos by wife Reshelle and pup Oscar) for our holiday issue! Can’t wait for you to see Philicia’s photographs of this lovely family!

Rushi has starred in #GreysAnatomy, “Make Me a Match,” #NeverHaveIEver, the new movie #DumbMoney and more. Check him out @rushikota!

#photoshoot
#covershoot
#LAParent
#rushikota
#holidaymagazine
#fathersandsons
#actorlife
#daddyandme
#holidayphotos
#laparents
#dadlife
#reelsofinstagram
#parentingreels

Pinstripes is opening at Westfield Topanga on Satu

Pinstripes is opening at Westfield Topanga on Saturday, September 23! Pinstripes uniquely combines from-scratch Italian/American cuisine wi try the timeless games of bowling and bocce. With its modern, spacious venue, it’s the ideal spot for memorable family outings, fun with friends, or unforgettable birthday celebrations. Make your reservations today! @pinstripesbbb 🎳🍝🎉 #pinstripesbbb #sponsored

Jasmin McGregor, LSW, is a local therapist who hel

Jasmin McGregor, LSW, is a local therapist who helps children and teens deal with stress and anxiety. She and other experts shared some important tips on how to recognize signs of depression, give your kids the tools they need and break the stigma of therapy. Swipe left to see some of her insightful quotes and visit LINK IN BIO to read the full article.
#BackToSchool #MentalHealthAwareness #ParentingTips #LAParentMagazine

@yourfriendlyhopedealerr

How are your kids doing? As parents, we want our

How are your kids doing?

As parents, we want our children to have a successful and happy school year. But sometimes they’re struggling with emotional or mental health issues that can affect their academic and social lives.

We’re grateful for the insights and tips writer Shelley Gaske gathered in our “Back-to-School Mental Health” article. And, for the parents and experts she interviewed, including school therapist Jasmin McGregor @yourfriendlyhopedealerr.

Thank you for your work!

LINK IN BIO

#suicidepreventionmonth #mentalhealth #depression #anxiety #supportingkids #supportingteens

Have you ever dreamed of dining at Tiana’s Palac

Have you ever dreamed of dining at Tiana’s Palace from Disney’s “The Princess and the Frog”? Now you can! Read a taste of what New Orleans native Lolis Eric Elie experienced when he and his family took a trip to #Disneyland to celebrate the flavors of the Crescent City and check out what else is new at Disneyland this fall.

LINK IN BIO

@disneyland
#TianasPalace
#ThePrincessandtheFrog
#fallfun

NOTE: THIS EVENT IS CANCELED On Sept. 25, from 7 p

NOTE: THIS EVENT IS CANCELED On Sept. 25, from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m., the Gourmandise School at Santa Monica Place is hosting a fundraiser for Lahaina, Maui.

Highly esteemed L.A. chefs will create Hawaiian-inspired dishes to help raise funds to help the people of Maui in their recovery efforts from the recent devastating wildfires. This event is limited to 40 guests and will rotate between kitchens for live, interactive demonstrations with courses to follow each chef’s presentation. 100% of proceeds will go to Kokua Restaurant & Hospitality Fund and ‘Āina Momona‘ working directly in Maui to support hospitality workers and protect native Hawaiians restoring social justice and Hawaiian sovereignty. Participating chefs include Minh Phan, chef of Phenakite and Porridge + Puffs, Mercedes Rojas of The Arepa Stand, a local favorite food stand, Dara Yu, winner of Master Chef 2022, Kat Turner of West Los Angeles restaurant Highly Likely and Clemence De Lutz, co-owner of The Gourmandise School.

WHERE: Santa Monica Place, 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica

TICKETS: Available for $250 and can be purchased at thegourmandiseschool.com/classes-2/love-for-lahaina

@gourmandisela
@santamonicaplace
#maui
#lahaina

Your print version of the September/October #LAPar

Your print version of the September/October #LAParent is on stands now! Get yours!

Found at: Albertsons, libraries, some schools, medical offices and more…

#newissue
#education
#backtoschool
#travel
#parenting

Good study skills are cultivated over time. Big th

Good study skills are cultivated over time. Big thanks to Todd Crabtree of the Pasadena Sylvan Learning Center for some great study tips to share with our kids. LINK IN BIO #studytime #studyskills #SylvanLearningCenter #studytips #newschoolyear #backtoschool

When it comes to healthy, delicious treats for sch

When it comes to healthy, delicious treats for school lunches, chef Dante Gonzales, founder of @dfc_ghost_kitchen_ has got you covered. Check out our interview with Dante in our Sept/Oct issue!

LINK IN BIO

#laparent #backtoschool #foodie #parenting #losangeles

Our digital editor @NinaHarada took her first #fam

Our digital editor @NinaHarada took her first #familytrip with the new baby (with big sis in tow). And San Diego, a special place for her and her husband, ended up being the perfect getaway for this family of four.

Check out her story in bio. #familyvacay #roadtrip #quickgetaway #travelingwithkids #travelingwithbabies

We’re excited to announce that our #InclusiveLA

We’re excited to announce that our #InclusiveLA is back — in our Inclusive L.A. newsletter and the magazine.

In current issue, you’ll find two articles that highlight the challenges and opportunities for kids and young adults with disabilities in the areas of job placement and education.

One article, Inclusive L.A.: Job Placement, centers finding meaningful employment for young neurodiverse adults through the help of various organizations and programs.

Another article, A Roadmap for Success, explores navigating an autism diagnoses and finding the support you and your child need to succeed.

We’re proud to celebrate diversity and inclusion in our community.

LINK in BIO

#autism

#autismdiagnosis

#neurodiverse

#employment

#jobsearch

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