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…
Wetting the bed while spending the night at a friend’s house can be embarrassing. Waking up nightly to change the sheets can be frustrating.
"Parents have hundreds of questions about their children’s health, and they want detailed answers," says Dr. Jennifer Shu, a practicing pediatrician and medical editor of the site. "HealthyChildren.org empowers parents to be proactive about their children’s health — whether it’s learning about the vaccines their infant needs, the developmental milestones to watch for in their toddler, or how to stay connected with their teenager."
My fifth-grader has never found school to be easy. In the past, he has kept his head above water because I have worked with him a lot. This year, my son’s teacher doesn’t want parents to help with homework. He can’t always handle it on his own, so I’ve had to explain some of the work to him.
My friend Annie tells me that when her kids get home from school each day she dons her striped referee jersey and gets out the whistle. Let the arguments begin! I know just what she means. And you know what the experts tell us?
It’s hard to imagine there being an upside to the recession, but it does present a great opportunity for parents to teach children about the importance of healthy money management skills. Even kids in elementary school can benefit from an allowance system that includes keeping track of spending and planning for future purchases.
Slumber parties are an important rite of passage in a child's life. How do you make the first experience a positive one?
Giving our children an education includes more than the three Rs they learn in school.
Do head lice have your child scratching her head? It’s estimated 10 percent of the school-age children have lice. Use these tips to find out if your child is one of them:
Many families struggle to find the time to be together and exercise, but a few moments of playful activity and fun as a family can give everyone a boost of energy.
Know the danger signs of a child who may be at risk of committing suicide.
More children are having braces put on their teeth before they reach double digits.
Many parents are conflicted about when to talk to their children about their adoption. We shed some light on how/when to do it.
John Banks loves competition, and there's nowhere he's more competitive than on the tennis court.
Jill Moore knows something about blazing trails. The 16-year-old is Cabarrus County's first wheelchair athlete.
Jessica Philbrook stays on her toes whether she's performing in a studio or in the classroom.
In some ways, Hunter Cameron is not your typical teenager.
When Caitlin Gilliland walks on stage, she mesmerizes audiences with her graceful and elegant voice.
Brian Holberton is focused on precision behind home plate and at school.
Girl Scout troop leader Kelly Markiewitz has high praise for high school senior Anna Bobrow. "She's not afraid to blaze her own trail," says Markiewitz.
"Just do it" is a well-known Nike trademark and the personal mantra of Cody Starnes, a 12th grader at Independence High School.
Tips and helpful hints on how to make the first trip to the dentist a great success
Megan Thomas is dedicated to serving others and making a difference in the world around her.
Read about Harding University High School student and terrific tee Karina Anderson, who serves her community and still maintains top grades.
Read a story about a terrific teen Lane Baker receiving the National Silver Medal at The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards as a merit of his wonderful historical fiction story.
Charlotte-area doctors, dentists, chiropractors & therapists.
