Between after-school activities, homework, and work commitments, finding time for a family dinner can feel impossible. Yet sharing a meal together—even just a few times a week—offers lasting rewards. Research shows that kids who regularly eat with their families enjoy…
Three easy steps for being prepared and making the most of your visits.
Understanding boredom and how to respond to it.
Why a lemonade stand is more than just a simple venture.
Discipline strategies that build self-worth, squelch power struggles, foster thriving relationships and put an end to endless yelling.
This past week I finally had the pleasure to meet with Balance Expert, Kim Jacobs. The one thing that we both have in common is knowing the importance of managing your time effective, especially with having young children! However, Kim…
The Plank is sure to help kids make muscles superhero strong.
The wrap-up and results for our Fit Family Challenge spotlight families.
The Zappleys are heading into early summer with continued focus on motivating the family to be more active. Mom faces the challenge many parents face: finding the right combination of communication and encouragement to get the kids to take an…
Another busy week! We enjoyed a weekend filled with soccer, lacrosse, running, and hockey! One of the key things we've been reminded of during this challenge is how much fun we are able to have as a family while staying…
The Cram family continues to enjoy the Fit Family Challenge. One of the children has been (like many of us!) struggling a bit with seasonal allergies. As many parents know, this can be a real challenge when trying to enjoy…
Hello, I am Christion Zappley writing to you, yet another time and I would like to talk about how the Family Fit Challenge has changed our lives. My family and I have been doing many fun and bonding activities that…
Wow! The Family Fit Challenge is already half way over! The time is flying by! Through trial and error we have developed some great strategies to stay on track with both healthy eating and fitness. Time to share some of…
Wow! The Family Fit Challenge is already half way over! The time is flying by! Through trial and error we have developed some great strategies to stay on track with both healthy eating and fitness. Time to share some of…
Cheap and easy snack ideas to have ready for the weekend.
Simple meals that you can prepare for the family in 15 minutes or less.
Fit Family Challenge spotlight family kid Ariana Zappley shares tips and tricks for how to be a fit kid in a fun how-to video. Check out her demonstrations of fun and easy fitness move that kids will love!
The past week was a little off for us. Regan caught a stomach bug early in the week and wasn't back to being himself until Thursday. Chuck and I were able to alternate staying home with him until Chuck needed…
The Cram family continues to enjoy the Fit Family Challenge. The four kids are all active in spring sports teams, and, of course, that means lots of outside time. It can also mean lots of exposure to pollen and seasonal…
Nutritionist Kelsey Knasel of Carolinas HealthCare System chats about healthy snacks and "Overnight Oatmeal."
Hello Charlotte parents and surrounding area families! We are half-way through the Charlotte Parent Magazine Fit Family Challenge and how the time has flown! This past week, the Zappley Family has been pretty active. We participated in the Tuckfest/Adventure Family…
While a healthy diet is not the magic cure for kids who struggle with distraction or hyperactivity at home or school, it can improve behavior.
We had another busy week! The kids and I were able to attend Tuckfest at the Whitewater Center this past weekend and had an absolute blast! What a great event they put on there! The weather was perfect! The rain…
I enjoyed meeting with the Cram family. Kathleen and Chuck are doing a marvelous job working with their lovely family. We sat around the kitchen table and they allowed me to assess their current situation.They have so many routines that…
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