Cristina Velocci

2 weeks ago | sheknows.com | Cristina Velocci |Taylor Lane |Cristina Velocci Hochkeppel

There seems to be an unwritten rule that the moment you bring a tiny, innocent human into the world, you start scrutinizing everything in your surrounding environments. Items that once passed muster for you without a second thought are suddenly the worst possible idea for your baby. One of the first areas to go under the microscope is usually personal care products — after all, they go directly on our skin.

4 weeks ago | sheknows.com | Cristina Velocci |Cristina Velocci Hochkeppel

As someone who has personally experienced Disney at nearly every age and stage — from my first visit as a toddler in a stroller to various trips throughout grade school (it was even the destination for my senior-year spring break!) and a post-college excursion as an adult — I knew without question I wanted to take my kids to Disney World. I just didn’t know exactly when.

Feb 17, 2025 | sheknows.com | Cristina Velocci |Cristina Velocci Hochkeppel

As someone who “grew up Disney,” visiting the parks several times throughout my life from toddlerhood to adulthood, I knew it wasn’t a question of if I’d take my kids to Disney World but when. I also knew my 7-year-old son was ready — he’s tall enough to go on most rides and old enough to remember the trip — but what about my 3-year-old daughter? When it comes to height, she’s on the shorter end for her age at 35 inches. Would she be able to go on any rides?