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The Truth About Chores: Which Ones and Why For Kids of All Ages
A smaller number of households are doling them out, but at what cost?
PARENT TO KNOW: Mindy Vergakis
Mindy Vergakis is a licensed clinical social worker in private practice, working with children, adolescents, and families. Formerly a counselor at Charlotte Latin, she specializes in ADHD, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, and behavior challenges and offers individual and family counseling, as…
ASK A MOM: Stranger danger, HPV vaccines, and sleep expectations
Q: Hi Molly! My kids are 4 and 6 and I want to talk to them about stranger-danger without giving them too much anxiety. I’ve heard about families having a code word that only safe and authorized people know so…
THRIVE: Organizing your Home to Fit Your Child’s Neurodivergent Needs
March brings awareness to developmental disabilities like autism, ADHD, and Down syndrome, which are part of the rich spectrum of human experience. Every child's developmental journey is unique and should be supported with empathy and tailored strategies. I want to…
Nursery Essentials for First-Time Parents
Creating a baby registry can be overwhelming to a first-time parent. With so many products available, it’s difficult to know what’s what. As a mom of four, I’ve learned that less is more for the newborn stage. Our nursery setups…
Charlotte-Area Spring Consignment Sales
Score some bargains at these Charlotte spring consignment sales.
Spring Festivals for Families in Charlotte
Celebrate spring at these area Charlotte-area festivals.
GO. PLAY. SEE.: 4 Fun Things to Experience in Charlotte This Month
CELEBRATE ST. PATRICK’S DAY IN UPTOWN The Charlotte St. Patrick’s Day and Festival returns to uptown on Saturday, March 15. The festival takes place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and extends down Tryon Street from 3rd Street to Levine…
5 Ways Things Have Changed Since Parents Were Kids
Parents may think they know what it’s like to be in elementary, middle, or high school since they’ve been through it already. But is childhood really the same as it was when we were young? The answer is yes—and no.…
THRIVE: What Your Neurodivergent Children and Gen Alpha Want Grown-Ups to Know
I don't often have the privilege of interviewing others for my articles; I usually find myself in the role of the expert being interviewed. However, when I sought insights into Generation Alpha, I discovered a valuable opportunity for connection with…
10 Places to Donate Kid’s Items in Charlotte
Where your gently used items can do good
ASK A MOM: Grandparent groups, stay-at-home dads, and when to get your high-functioning child evaluated for a disorder
Q: Should you get your child evaluated for a disorder if you suspect they are a high functioning version of it, or do you just treat your child with extra care and love without giving them a label? A: Knowledge…
GIRL TALK: Two local mother-daughter organizations prioritize “social” over “media”
If you’re a parent of girls, you may have heard about two new organizations turning heads: Girlhood Charlotte and Growing Our Girls. Though not officially affiliated, their founders share a vision—to create new ways for moms and their daughters to…
Valentine's Day Activities for Families in Charlotte
Fun ways to celebrate LOVE as a family
GO. PLAY. SEE.: 4 Fun Things to Experience in Charlotte This Month
IMPRINT YOUR FAMILY STORY Come to The Gantt Center on Saturday, February 1 for a Family First workshop. Learn about African symbols, including Adinkra and Kente patterns, with artist Ori Jai (aka The Syringa Fairy), then create personalized symbols for…
STYLE: Little Mishmish
Hannah Shaban’s family was gathered at her aunt’s house for a holiday celebration when her then 10-month-old son, Waleed, toddled into the room in his new onesie. The family broke out clapping and singing the classic Arabic nursery rhyme quoted…
THRIVE: How to Help Your Neurodivergent Child Reset and Recharge
If you’re like me, you may find it challenging to rest and recharge your batteries. I’m the type of person who goes until I can't anymore. Recharging is active work; I can only do it by putting effort in. However,…
The Best Parenting Advice We Received in 2024
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What To Do With Kids In Charlotte During The Winter
What to do when it's cold outside in the post-holiday months
ASK A MOM: Sticky questions, STEM toys, and recording memories
Q: I am 5 months pregnant with our third, and my oldest (5-year-old girl) is asking how the baby is going to come out of my tummy. What’s an age-appropriate way to approach this? I also have a 3-year-old boy.…
