Picture Perfect Porches
Lori Shaw and Jennifer Dolan met eight years ago, when their kids were in preschool. Both had lived and worked in New York; now, they lived five minutes apart in south Charlotte. “We came from the northeast, where fall is,…
Burn Off That Burger at Local Greenways
With more than 35 miles of developed greenways, it's easy for families to get some exercise and enjoy natural habitats in and around the Queen City.
To Eat or Not to Eat
How to decipher food labels and promises.
Student Gardening Initiatives in the Queen City
Student gardens support healthy eating and hands-on education.
Reality Check: Nichelle Nicholes Levy
Take a peek inside the life of local mom Nichelle Nicholes Levy and get a glimpse of everyday parenting – from the madness to the mess-ups!
Power Move: Sit Up Straight
Straighten up your posture to improve your mood.
Family Dining: Blu Basil
Fresh, affordable fare for families.
Chef Dads Dish on Kids in the Kitchen
Meet three local chefs balancing the demanding non-stop pace of restaurant life with the full-time job of fatherhood.
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.
Power Move: Plank
Benefits inner core muscles and strengthens mid-section.
Power Move: Picture Perfect Bicycles
Strengthen abs and sculpt away love handles.
Bargain Mania at Spring Consignment Sales
Shop for bargains at these local sales and help support local preschools, churches and other community organizations.
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!
Play Like a Kid
Local dad comes to the conclusion that playing like a kid will give you a really rigorous workout.
Good Gadget: Baby Bullet Baby Food Making System
This baby food processor allows you to easily prepare your very own healthy and preservative-free baby food.
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.
Books That Cook: 'Good Bite Weeknight Meals: Delicious Made Easy'
Make weeknights more manageable with this new cookbook that includes more than 120 dinner recipes, most of which can be made in 15 to 30 minutes.
Power Shop at Children's Consignment Sales
Save and earn green while being green.
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.
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!
Good Gadget: Split Decision Pie Pan
This nifty pie pan allows you to make two separate halves of a pie at once.
Healthy Fruit Nut Muffins
The kids will love this tasty and nutritious treat.
Books That Cook: Quick-Fix Southern
Based on the traditional cuisine of the New South, the recipes in this book are sure to add a taste of Southern authenticity to any meal.
Clothing Conundrums
Whether it's a matter of clothes not matching or getting your child to bundle up in cold weather, handling wardrobe issues can be sticky.
Easy-to-Make Spinach Squares
These delicious squares are nutrient packed: spinach is a good source of protein, calcium, fiber, iron, niacin, zinc, and vitamins A, C, K, and B6.?
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Charlotte Education Resources
Tutors, homeschool helpers, childcare resources, counselors and more.
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Sports + Fitness
Sports leagues and fitness classes for kids.
