Kids Resources

The Treehouse Social Club pioneers new territory, offering children's indoor play, spa services, a cafe, arts and crafts, creative classes, a boutique, and private parties all in one space.

Open play is dominated by a terrific tree house in the center of everything, with a big slide and a funky recycled horse swing. There is a dress-up room, a gated toddler play area, an arts and crafts area supervised by staff, and a room with computers and a Wii for older kids.

Children's classes include a variety of popular creative classes, including Tippy Toes & Tea, Move Like a Superhero, Playful Readers, dance, music, art, and more.

A la Carte Art is available anytime there is no art class in progress; children can work with a parent or with a monitor (when available) on individual art projects, starting at $3. Regular storytimes and live music are also scheduled; see our calendar for more details.

All of the above can be enjoyed while mom takes advantage of spa services, like facials, manicures, and massage, or enjoys a bite from the terrific menu at the cafe. Sight lines are good for watching little ones while indulging in these luxuries. Spa services are offered Thursday through Saturday for drop-in, or by appointment.

As if this were not enough to achieve under one roof, the boutique has a fun selection of gifts, clothing, toys, and books.

Although visitors can pay by the day for open play, by far the better deals are the membership options. Monthly memberships start at $35 and include unlimited open play, a free guest pass, free class registration (normally $25), and priority placement in popular classes.

Six-month and annual memberships are also available, as are more expensive memberships that include perks like free manicures, more guest passes, and discounts on classes, gifts, and birthday parties. The latter can be arranged either during normal business hours or privately, and the cakes are pretty amazing!

Kids Kut is a hair salon for kids and their families on the Westside. The kid-friendly salon offers fun stations with cars and motorcycles that kids can sit on while they have their hair cut, and a couple of modern chairs too.

The play/waiting area is chock-full of toys and video games, on par with any pediatrician's office.

Some unique services include digital on-line pictures, regular pictures, and first hair cut packages.

Kids Kut also has a gift shop selling toys, games, and puzzles along with the expected hair care products.

The salon also offers birthday parties, including glamor and princess parties.

Kids' haircuts average $20.

A great place for that first haircut, Lollicut dispels worry with a ceremonial certificate & picture, as well as colorful murals, movies, videos, toys, and specially designed chairs (cars, jeeps, horses) to keep even the fussiest of kids happily engaged.

The experienced and friendly staff offers encouragement, cookies, lollipops and great haircuts, as well as a healthy environment (no chemical procedures) for kids. For the final touch, you get a balloon to take home.

The practice of Beverly Hills Pediatric Dentistry specializes in pediatric and adolescent dentistry. Dentists Dr. Mark Goldenberg and Dr. Darrin Hirt strive to keep kids cavity free.

Dr. Rebecca Lee-Pair is a pediatric dentist practicing in Porter Ranch and Northridge area.

Pediatric dentist Dr. Randall Niederkohr has a popular practice in Larchmont. He's known among his fans as Dr. Randy.

Specialty: Pediatrics, adolescent medicine, and pediatric endocrinology

Practice Structure: Group, 7 MDs, 1 LVN, 7 medical assistants

William B. Gurfield, MD

Lisa C. Stern, MD

Carla V. Tardio, MD

James R. Varga, MD

Jeffrey L. Wasson, MD

Suparna Jain, MD

Marcella B. Hardart, MD


Hospital Affiliations: Cedars Sinai, St Johns & Santa Monica UCLA

Insurance Companies: None; the practice no longer accepts insurance but will submit insurance claims as a courtesy.

10th Street Pediatric is a bustling, cheerful pediatric Medical group situated in Santa Monica.

The large sunny office boasts a fish tank, toys, and a jukebox. There is usually a very short wait 5-10 minutes. Newborns are whisked away into private exam rooms right away so as not to be exposed to other patients.

Exam rooms are cheery and kid friendly with warming lights for infants, mobiles, and more toys.

The practice is open seven days a week; Saturday and Sundays for sick visits only.

Specialty: Pediatrics and adolescent medicine

Practice Structure: Group

Robert Hamiliton, MD

Lisa Kessenich, MD

Jenna Roberts, MD

Kristin Pelenka, MD

Janna Roberts, MD


Hospital Affiliations:St Johns and Santa Monica UCLA

Specialty: Pediatrics and adolescent medicine

Practice Structure: Group

Marshall Sachs, MD

Dennis Woo, MD

Sharon Kaminker, MD

Chiaki Jutabha, MD


Hospital Affiliations: Saint John's and Santa Monica UCLA


Drs. Woo and Sachs have long been well known figures in the Santa Monica community; Dr. Sachs in particular was pediatrician to many of the parents who now bring their own children to him. Drs. Kaminker and Jutabha are the younger doctors in the practice and have loyal followings of their own.

There can sometimes be long waits at this practice, since the policy of taking important calls from parents at any time can slow down exams and put doctors behind schedule. Most parents feel the benefits outweigh the inconvenience, though - particularly as the parent phoning in is frequently saved a trip to the office with a feverish child.

The Traveling Baby Company is a full service baby and toddler equipment rental agency.

The extensive product listings range from the basics - cribs, strollers, high chairs, and car seats - to items that offer comfort, fun, and convenience, including Boppy pillows, exersaucers, Diaper Genies, and baskets of toys catered to your child's age and interests. Products are ordered online and delivered to your location. The company is rapidly expanding, so check the website to find out if they've arrived at your destination.

Alfredo's Beach Club runs a chain of beachside concessions stands and restaurants around the Long Beach and LA areas. The company also handles special events and parties at the beach as well as renting blades and bikes.

Check the Alfredo's website for a complete list of locations.