Lifestyle

Picture Perfect Porches

Taylor Bowler,

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,…

Reality Check: Elizabeth Coppedge-Henley

Carolina Parent,

A glimpse of everyday parenting from the life of local mom Rev. Elizabeth Coppedge-Henley.

Coping With ‘Ex’tended Family

Diane C. Shearer,

Tips to insure that children don't get caught in family tug-of-war during the holidays.

Picture Perfect Holiday Fashion

Michele Huggins,

Ideas for holiday outfits that suit different occasions, tastes and budgets, and take into account the comfort factor.

Tips to Plan the Family Photo

Whitney Elizabeth Portraiture,

Stressing out about the family photo? Following are a few tips for primping the family and creating a picture-perfect moment.

Reality Check: Bruce Snyder

Carolina Parent,

A glimpse of everyday parenting from the life of local dad Bruce Snyder.

How to Cook a Holiday Turkey to Perfection

USDA,

Tips for cooking a Thanksgiving turkey from start to finish.

Choosing International Adoption

Site Staff,

A Q&A with Ann Hood, author of "The Red Thread," about her experience adopting a daughter from China.

Kid Safety Around the House

Lee McCracken,

Tips to find and fix the most common injury risks in their homes and backyards.

FAQs About Adoption

Katrina L. Cassel,

Answers about the adoption process from a mom who has adopted three children.

Reality Check: Juan Pablo Montoya

Carolina Parent,

A glimpse of everyday parenting from the life of local dad Juan Pablo Montoya.

Green Scene - October

Eve White,

GreenScene. You've heard of the three R's – Reading, writing and 'rithmatic. Now get something that helps you with the eco-rs — recycle, reduce and reuse.

When Winning the Battle Isn't the Best

Diane C. Shearer,

After a messy breakup or divorce, the best gift parents can give their children is a positive and emotionally safe environment in which to live.

NASCAR Dads: Jamie McMurray's No. 1 Team

Eve White, Becca Bond Photography,

Racing to Fatherhood! Jamie McMurray and the No. 1 Team are enjoying a baby boom. View behind-the-scenes photos

Birthdays that Benefit: Sharing Cake, Candles and Care

Janet Cooper Haas,

Birthday Blessings brings joy and support to homeless children and families through birthday celebrations and more.

Reconnecting Without the Kids

Maggie Lamond Simone,

A quiet morning leads two parents to make some noisy conversation of their own.

Must-Have Mom Apps

Sharon Cindrich,

Check out these apps that help make a day in the life of a mom more convenient.

On-the-Go Apparel for Moms

Michele Huggins,

Moms are constantly on the go. We've found a few products that help keep moms looking good whether juggling a baby on the hip or toddler by the side.

Teaching Kids About Work

Tammy Holoman,

Achieving work-life balance is a common quest for parents. Remain positive and have a good attitude in order to send the right message.

Embracing the Reality of 'Happily Ever After'

Renee Roberson,

A Q&A with Kelly Swanson, author of "Who Hijacked My Fairy Tale," and the 2010 Moms@Work keynote speaker who implores women to hang on to humor when life doesn't go as planned.

Questions to Ask About Maternity Leave

Jane Paige,

Just found out you are expecting a baby? Now is the time to learn about your company's maternity and paternity leave benefits and the federal Family and Medical Leave Act.

Hospitals Teach Modern Grandparenting

Marty Minchin,

A few area hospitals are helping grandparents catch up on the latest baby care.

Teaching Kids Eco Responsibility

Elena Michel,

Whether you feel being green is a fad or here to stay, sustainability is an fantastic opportunity to put children in charge of that "something" they require to feel confident in household contributions.

10 Tips to Get Through the Work Week

Tammy Holoman,

Some weeks can seem endless. And when you add a career or two into the mix, plus a family, circumstances typically become more complicated.

A New Philosophy of Family-Friendly

Robin Whitsell,

From top-notch benefits to workplace flexibility, the mix of solutions embraced by Carolina Parenting's N.C. Family-Friendly companies is a win-win for employee and employer.