Fun 4 Charlotte Kids Blog

​​This article was previously published on Atrium Health's Daily Dose​​It can be a difficult conversation to have – when should a young woman begin seeing an OB-GYN. Lisa Nona, CNM, with Atrium Health Women's Care Charlotte OB-GYN, helps answer parents' questions about the appropriate age, exam expectations and what can and should be discussed at t...

​Poor sleeping habits and routines in children have been linked to a range of negative consequences, including attention deficit disorder, irritability, and behavioral issues. When children don't get enough sleep, their cognitive functioning is affected, leading to difficulty with attention, concentration, and memory. This can result in symptoms si...

​​This article was previously published on Atrium Health's Daily Dose​​Middle-aged women have specific health challenges to face. Here are 8 ways to decrease your risk of cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, obesity and more.​Wondering how to protect your mind and body as you age? Ariel C. Haddad, DO, an OB-GYN and NAMS Certified Menopause ...

​This article was previously published on Atrium Health's Daily Dose​As a first-time mom-to-be or a parent moving to a new area, searching for a pediatrician is likely at the top of your to-do list. Pediatrician, Reema Puri, MD, of Atrium Health Levine Children's Indian Trail Pediatrics, shares her tips for finding and selecting a pediatrician you ...

​Kerri Carder & Amanda Maslak are local moms who saw a need for quality childcare in South Charlotte and opened Twinkle Toes Nanny Agency in 2022. Kerri & Amanda have both lived in Charlotte for over a decade and with 5 children between the two of them, they understand how important it is to find caregivers you can trust, which is why they ...

​This article was previously published on Atrium Health's Daily Dose​​Mandy Gallagher lived with intense pelvic pain and infertility until an endometriosis diagnosis changed everything. ​Mandy Gallagher recalls the painful menstrual cycles she experienced as a teenager. "I had horrible periods," she says. "Heavybleeding and a lot of pain. The pelvi...

​This article was previously published on Atrium Health's Daily Dose​Complications during pregnancy led Liz Godwin to deliver via c-section when she was just 29 weeks pregnant with her twin boys. The 90 days her sons spent at Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital's neonatal intensive care nursery inspired Liz to pursue a new career path. She's n...

I absolutely love April Fools' Day! If you are like me that like to trick your kids check these two easy ideas to trick them tomorrow. Sponge Brownies ​This is a great prank for April Fools' Day! This brownie looks very real but is just made from a sponge and frosting. The best part of this is it only takes a...

​This article was previously published on Atrium Health's Daily Dose​​Please be advised, this is a story about the tragic death of a child and how the loss of his precious life helped save others.​Ryder Brown's mom, Melissa, is an emergency department nurse at Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital. When she kissed her son goodbye before work one...

​                                                                        This article was previously published on Atrium Health's Daily Dose​Ace of Hearts: A Winning Hand...

This article was previously published on Atrium Health's Daily DoseFrom what your baby should be doing by one year old to what a child should be able to do independently by four years old, we're covering it all.​Editor's note: Please keep in mind that every child is different, and these are milestones are general suggestions.If you are wondering ho...

This article was previously published on Atrium Health's Daily Dose​Her periods affected her social life, work and mental health. Her uterine fibroids were getting worse – and bigger. Then came the moment thatchanged everything: she read a story about another Atrium Health patient and realized hope and help were possible. ​The side effects of uteri...

This article was previously published on Atrium Health's Daily Dose​Michelle Foster didn't want to wait any longer to have a baby, so she did her research on infertility help and found the Atrium Health Women's Institute and a new OB-GYN with Women's Care.Michelle Foster had an OB-GYN for several years. When she had trouble conceiving, her doctor r...

pdf File Name: -Fall-Bucket-List.pdf File Size: 1.7 mb Download File ​Fall is one of our favorite times of the year! It's a great time to go outdoors and enjoy the beautiful weather and colors with your ki...

This article was previously published on Atrium Health's Daily Dose​Protecting yourself during flu season starts with awareness. Atrium Health experts discuss the importance of getting vaccinated and practicing good health hygiene for your best protection.​The start, duration and severity of flu season can be a bit unpredictable every year, but the...

​This article was previously published on Atrium Health's Daily Dose​Distracted with family, her work as an assistant district attorney and the COVID-19 pandemic, Sally Kirby-Turner says she missed her regular OB-GYN appointment. Her co-workers and friends knew breast cancer was in her family, so they reminded her to reschedule the appointment. It'...

This list of ideas was created by a group of moms during Fun 4 Charlotte Kids' Facebook Live in September before Hurricane Florence was about to hit North and South Carolina. During severe weather you can be indoors before, during and after the storm hits. In that case you will need lots of activities and ideas even with the power on...

​This article was previously published on Atrium Health's Daily Dose​The average age women experience menopause is 51, but some experience symptoms in their 30s. But what is it, how can you manage it and why is it important to navigate it with your OB-GYN?​Menopause is a nearly-universal experience for women across the world. Dr. Natasha Adams-Denn...

This article was previously published on Atrium Health's Daily Dose​Copelyn faced cancer twice as a baby. Now she's enjoying a cancer-free childhood – princess parties, playdates and all.There's always a lot to do when you move to a new town. But when your baby has cancer, you're not just looking for new daycares and meeting new neighbors – you're ...

​This article was previously published on Atrium Health's Daily DoseChange can be hard for everyone, but it's especially tough for children. Here's how to help them get through it.​Jerrika Swartz knows just where her two-year-old daughter, Landry, got her personality from: Jerrika herself."Landry is sentimental – like her mama. And she likes struct...