Fun 4 Charlotte Kids Blog

May is busy in the Queen City—and I mean that in the best way! There's just something magical about this time of year in Charlotte. The patios are poppin', festivals are back-to-back, and the vibes are high all month long. If you're looking for fun things to do with your family (or for yourself, no judgment 😎), I've got you covered with this jam-pa...

​Returning to work after having a baby is a complex emotional journey, one that many parents navigate with a mix of anticipation and anxiety. I remember those days vividly. With my oldest, the return was particularly abrupt – he was just nine weeks old when I had to place him in daycare. The guilt and the wrenching feeling of leaving him so tiny we...

​Your backyard is fine. The neighborhood park is fun. But Daniel Stowe Conservancy? This wide open space is unforgettable. Formerly known as Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, Daniel Stowe Conservancy has been known as a beautiful Belmont botanical garden fit for special occasions. But the story of Stowe is growing–literally.Daniel Stowe Conservan...

​Let's be real—those newborn days? Brutal. With my boys, sleep felt like a joke. I was running on fumes, trying to do everything while barely keeping my eyes open. And looking back? I wish I had taken better care of myself too.I just read this article from Atrium Health Women's Care, and WOW—I wish I had seen this when I was in the thick of it. Dr....

​Okay, mamas, let's get real about potty training. 🚽 I've been there, trust me. And if I could go back, I'd have done things so differently. Seriously.I just read this amazing article from Atrium Health Levine Children's, with tips from Dr. Todd Vedder at Arboretum Pediatrics, and it's like a potty-training bible. He really breaks down how to know ...