Ventura County Mom Collective

Framing Conversations About Tech Use to Avoid Conflict Conversations about tech use fuel family conflict. Carefully framing conversations is critical to supporting open, honest and productive conversations with your children as they grow. Tips to frame conversations about tech use Tip 1:...

I don’t like the word tribe. It’s a trendy, overused word that needs to be retired in 2022 (along with adulting, the use of littles as a noun, and the phrase level up). However, the concept of a tribe, especially...

I grew up in a time when we were encouraged to give away our power. There was no rule that said explicitly, ‘give away your power’. It was more implied.  Give Away My Power “Annette just let your Grandma Irene pinch...

Imposter syndrome is a real thing, especially for women. Even when we earn a role (be it at work, at home, in the community – I’m talking manager, mother, organization board member..) we feel like we don’t actually live up...

Ventura County Mom Collective is thrilled to bring you our 2021 Guide to Fitness, Health + Wellness around Ventura County. Families are ready to get back to taking care of their health. Whether it be a gym membership, a personal...

Did you know only about 8% of people follow through on their New Year’s resolution? New Year's Resolution Guilt  After the holidays, that is when our guilt kicks in. We ate too much and spent too much. Bikini season is only...

Settled in the town of Moorpark, Ca is a local, hidden gem!  With 5 acres full of exotic animals, family fun and unique experiences; there is no need to drive far for a wonderful zoo experience. America's Teaching Zoo...

Finding your own Traditions are special experiences you share as a family through the years. Some may have special meaning or some are just plain silly or even corny! There is no right or wrong holiday tradition, it is something...

I was at my local Target the other day buying tampons and toothpaste, which somehow totaled $98.12, when the perky sales associate asked what I wanted for Christmas this year. Hmmm?  At first I thought this girl was sus (her...

It’s no secret I love to travel. My goal is to see all 50 USA states and much more of the world. While I love all of the “usual” reasons to travel (new scenery, culture, food), it’s also a...