CHARLOTTE MOM WE LOVE: Natalie Stewart
Tell us about your family. How many children do you have and what are their ages? I have two girls, Kaia Grey (5) and Nora Cole (16 months). What are you most grateful for this Mother’s Day? Our health and the…
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Inside Charlotte Mecklenburg Library's Summer Break Program
The program encourages kids to read, learn, and explore
THE PINT-SIZED FOODIE: An introduction to Geno D’s Pizza
Each month, our 8-year-old resident foodie visits a different Charlotte-area restaurant that’s kid-friendly—but not a kid-topia. He orders something he’s never tried before and reports back with his recommendations for kids and their parents. Here is his review of…
THE MOM’S SPACE: Anger
We all lose it. The constant pressures and unrealistic expectations mothers experience make us feel overwhelmed and maxed out. When it becomes too much, we lose it. The gentle, therapeutic term for this is dysregulation. Our toddlers do it when…
ASK A MOM: Teenaged boys, summer birthdays, and following through with commands
Q: I have a 15-year-old son. I love him but don’t know how to handle him. He’s moody, and bigger than me. He has never been physical or threatening, but sometimes I feel overwhelmed by him. My husband has talked…
The Sensory Side of Autism
The way many children with autism perceive the world around them is often distorted. What may seem like an ordinary smell, sight, sound, touch, taste, or movement to you and me might go unnoticed or seem threatening and noxious to…
PARENTING WITHOUT A PARTNER: 5 tips for raising a child alone
In 2016, Krista St-Germain became a widow and single parent of two children overnight after a drunk driver killed her husband. “Being a single parent can be overwhelming,” she says. “You are the only person taking on the parenting load.…
WEEKENDER: Primland
Primland Resort is a two and a half hour drive from Charlotte and puts you in the heart of southern Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. The last 20 minutes take you through some winding mountain roads (pack dramamine if the kiddos…
Seas The Day: 3 accessible beaches for families with special needs
When our son Ben grew too large to be carried from his wheelchair to the beach, we wondered how we’d manage future trips to the shore. His favorite pastime is splashing at the ocean’s edge, and we didn’t want him…
ASK A MOM: Media literacy, language delays, and overworked school systems
Q: How do I talk with my kids about what’s happening in Ukraine? –Veronica A: When COVID deaths were rampant, parents asked how to explain the sadness to their kids. When 2020 Presidential debates highlighted name-calling, parents asked how…
THE GANG’S ALL HERE! A guide to multi-generational travel
After two years of limited contact with extended family and friends, you’re probably overdue for a visit. If a beach vacation or mountain getaway is in your plans, consider these four destinations for a big group. Bald Head Island, North…
WEEKENDER: Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach, also known as the Grand Strand, stretches 60 miles along the South Carolina coast and encompasses 14 different communities, each with their own identity and attractions. Kids can enjoy mini golf, pirate shows, and the beach boardwalk, while…
STAY PUT: 5 thematic staycations for a spring break at home
If a traditional family getaway isn’t in your plans this spring break, you can still have a week of fun and relaxation in your hometown. Below is a roundup of thematic staycations to help you ditch your day-to-day routine…
REV YOUR ENGINES! Introduce your family to the world of NASCAR
Motorsports are part of the community in Charlotte, celebrated in local museums, the annual Speed Street Festival, and at nearby complexes like Charlotte Motor Speedway and zMAX Dragway. If fast cars and pit crews have piqued your children’s interest, it…
THE MOM'S SPACE: Feeling seen, loved, and fulfilled
For better or worse, love is synonymous with February. If we’re lucky, we’re in a relationship where we feel seen, valued, and accepted. Unfortunately, the reality for many is the opposite. When we experience a lack of connection with our…
GUIDE: Enjoying the I Heart Rail Trail: Lights Installations With Kids
Getting started, where to eat, and what to expect
ASK A MOM: Learning loss, extreme sports, and table manners
Q: Dear Molly, I just got my third grader’s report card and am afraid he’s falling behind in reading and writing this year. Any good learning centers in town where I can supplement what he’s doing in school?—Katie A:…
How to Discuss Puberty with Your Kids
When I was pregnant with my third child, my husband and I couldn't wait to tell our two daughters, ages 8 and 5 at the time. We explained that Mommy had a baby in her belly and both girls…
Carolina Kids' Voices
As a vocal arts organization, Carolina Voices has given voice to the Charlotte community for more than 65 years. Through our Carolina Kids’ Voices program, we offer Show Choir Camps each summer for kids, offering youth an opportunity to build their confidence, self-esteem…
Elon Tennis Academy
The Elon Tennis Academy will be running two camp weeks in 2022: June 6 – 9 (half day camp) June 26 – 30 (half day, full day and residential camp options) Both will be fun and exciting weeks filled with…
THE PINT-SIZED FOODIE: An introduction to Gyu-Kaku Japanese Barbecue
Each month, our 8-year-old resident foodie visits a different Charlotte-area restaurant that’s kid-friendly—but not a kid-topia. He orders something he’s never tried before and reports back with his recommendations for kids and their parents. Here is his review of Gyu-Kaku…
Five Saving for College Tips for Parents (and What to Avoid)
In Partnership With NC 529 Plan Everything is more expensive these days: groceries, utilities, gas, and especially college education costs. Let’s look at the current price tags. A four-year public college education is on average $10,560 per year. The College…
ASK A MOM: Swearing, skiing, and cultivating connections
Q: OK, Molly. I found out from another mom that our sons were repeating some swear words they learned from some 4th graders on the school bus. Our boys, of course, think they’re hilarious because they know they’re saying something…
Healthy Family Meals for the New Year
When I was a kid, my mom made one dinner that catered primarily to my father's palate. Unless it was a special occasion, my mom didn’t ask my brothers and me what we were in the mood to eat, and…
