Author: Carolina Parent

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Meet Our Balance Expert: Kim Jacobs

Jacobs is working with the Fluharty and Valle-Davis families to help them work on creating schedules that allow "me" time in order to lower stress levels for a healthier living.

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Good Deeds: Business Volunteer Council

Students at Paw Creek Elementary watched an empty field of dirt and mulch transform into a brand new, state-of-the-art playground in April, thanks to more than 100 volunteers brought together through the Business Volunteer Council.

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Meet the Fluharty Family

Kelley Fluharty, 40; Christopher, 11Home: MatthewsWork: Executive AssistantChallenges: Fitting workouts into a busy schedule, juggling work and single parenthood.> View more photos of the Fluharty family > Watch their introduction video For updates on the family's progress, follow along on…

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Meet the Valle-Davis Family

Marjorie Valle, 38; John Davis, 38; Joi, 12, and Jada, 5Home: Mountain IslandWork: Ad Services Coordinator, Hearst Corporation; Senior Analyst, InvesttechChallenges: Cooking meals to address different dietary needs and finding time to exercise.> View more photos of the Valle-Davis family>…

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Meet Our Fitness Expert: Paul Sklar

Founder of Prescriptive Fitness and former professional duathlete, Paul Sklar understands the roadblocks parents face when trying to start a workout regimen while balancing the demands of family life.

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Get Real With Dee Grano

Dee Grano, 34, is the marketing director for The Light Factory Contemporary Museum of Photography and Film, a freelance arts writer, and active volunteer with St. Peter's Catholic Church and The Big Brew Ha Event Committee.

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Playground Review: Chantilly Park

Chantilly Park, located in the Chantilly neighborhood not far from uptown Charlotte, offers two play sets and some wide-open space for running or kicking a ball around.

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2013 Fit Family Challenge

Join our Fit Family Challenge! The more you participate, the more chances you have to win. Presented by Coca Cola.

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Fast Food Trade-off

Trade in greasy fast-food bites for these picks that will save calories and fat grams.

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Neat Eats: Berry Crisp

Take the kids to a nearby pick-your-own strawberry farm and then turn those sweet spring berries into a special family treat.

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2012 Kids Art Contest Winners

Children from all around the Queen City used crayons, markers, paint, watercolors and cameras to showcase their representation of "A World of Color," this year's contest theme. View the 2012 winners here!

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Power Burn: 100 Calories

Don't have time to go to the gym? These everyday activities are a great way to burn 100 calories in no time.

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Reality Check: Lily Winnail

Take a peek inside the life of local mom Lily Winnail and get a glimpse of everyday parenting – from the madness to the mess-ups!

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Neat Eats: Coconut Chicken Tenders

Make your own chicken tenders without much fuss. The coconut crust balances the seasoned bread crumbs and provides a satisfying crunch to the fun finger food.

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Dinner Table Topic: Presidents’ Day

As President's Day approaches, Kiddie Academy compiled this timely list of fun facts about the Chief Executives that could spark some lively dinner table discussions.

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Toad in the Hole Recipe

Valentine's Day falls within American Heart Month and this perfect-for-two whole grain breakfast idea will show your valentine just how much you care.

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Supercharged Racing Dreams

We caught up with Barnes, 16, the star of "Racing Dreams," and asked her about what it's like to be in the film and pursue her racing dreams.

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Reality Check: Kathleen Jameson

Take a peek inside the life of local mom Kathleen Jameson and get a glimpse of everyday parenting — from the madness to the mess-ups!

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