5 Apps for Kids with Special Needs
Mobile apps for kids with special needs.
Author: Charlotte Parent
11 Ways That Local Kids Made Their Parents Smile
Read on to find out how local parents answered the question, "What is the best gift your child has ever given you?"
2013 Holiday Gift Guide: Toys, Games and Dolls
Find the perfect gift for anyone on your list, from toddlers to teens.
2013 Readers' Favorites
Find out our readers' favorite places to play, eat, shop and have fun in the Queen City.
35+ Healthy Family Recipes for Summer
On June 5th, we united with a team of awesome local food bloggers at Facebook.com/CLTparent to share a variety of healthy, family-friendly recipes. Here's a recap of the recipes that were shared. Easy access to health, all summer long!
Casts, Pacifiers, and Why Eating Healthy Has Become Cool
Family health notes: Cool casts, paci protocol, new Novant Healthcare app and why eating healthy has become cool.
Crafts for Kids | Rudolf Reindeer Puppet
A fun and easy reindeer puppet craft with downloadable cut-outs!
Talking to Your Children After a Tragedy
In the wake of tragedy, some children are exposed to scary news, radio broadcasts and conversations among adults, teachers and parents that may produce anxiety and fear. These quick tips for parents will help kids cope with anxiety when tragedy strikes.
3 Digital Thermometers for Kids
Find the digital thermometer that's best for your family.
5 Tips to Keep Your Wellness Plan on Track
How to keep your wellness plan on track.
Great Places to Get an Ice Cream Cone
Our picks for some great places to go get a cone with the kids.
Top Learning Picks for Kids
Make learning a blast with these fun tools.
Checkered Dreams Makes Special Motor Sports Memories for Children With Special Needs
Checkered Dreams makes special motor sports memories for children with special needs.
4 Fertility Facts
Facts about fertility for when you are trying to get pregnant.
Neat Eats: Fruit Pitas With Choco-Berry Sauce
A yummy breakfast or refreshing lunch option.
Turkey and Black Bean Chili
Here's a recipe sure to be a family favorite this football and soccer season.
Talking to Kids about Cancer
Telling a child that you have cancer can be an extremely challenging conversation. Read more for tips on how to share the news.
Lake Norman Mom – Deana Keller
Take a peek inside the life of local mom Deana Keller — and get a glimpse of everyday parenting — from the madness to the mess-ups!
Finding Mary Poppins
Wanted... No, required! Nanny. Firm, respectable, no nonsense.
Reality Check – Cress Barnes
Take a peek inside the life of local mom and Charlotte Roller Girl Cress Barnes — and get a glimpse of everyday parenting — from the madness to the mess-ups!
Reality Check – Ryan Vermillion
Take a peek inside the life of local dad Ryan Vermillion and get a glimpse of everyday parenting — from the madness to the mess-ups!
Crazy Things Kids Say
It’s true, kids do say some funny things. Below are some funnies readers submitted in our "Crazy Things Kids Say" contest.
Mom’s Night Out
Motherhood is filled with joyous occasions with the family, but moms need to break out from the family routine and have a night out with the girls every now and then. Experts agree parents need a break and that includes doing things aside from family fun.
Healing Power of Arts
Raising a Reader
Tips for helping your preschooler prepare to read.
Time for Braces?
More children are having braces put on their teeth before they reach double digits.
Children and Funerals
Giving kids choices for how to say goodbye.
Stoney Sellars
Peek inside the life of local dad Stoney Sellers and get a glimpse of everyday parenting — from the madness to the mess-ups!
December Musings: Seasonal tips, family traditions and ideas
Charlotte Parent staffers share traditions and tips to make the holidays joyful.
