Charlotte Mom

Many times as a parent, we put ourselves second especially when it comes to our health and well-being.  Finding time in your day to workout can be tough, but it can be even more difficult finding a gym with...

With the rising prices we have faced over the past couple years, we want to be a resource that could help families save some money and continue to enjoy experiences that spark joy.  Taking children to restaurants doesnt have...

One of the best parts of living in NC is the ability to take a weekend trip and enjoy the sandy beaches of the east coast.  There are many options for beaches within driving distance to Charlotte.  We have...

One wonderful part of living in Charlotte, NC is the year-round ability to take children to parks.  Many months out of the year, the weather allows for kids to enjoy the outdoors by playing on local parks throughout the...

Turning Inspiration into Reality When we built our home we only had options for a standard builder-grade walk-in pantry wire shelves. Over time, we noticed they always seemed to sag in all the wrong places.  Since moving in 5 years...

Pack those bags and lets go on an adventure! When our family moved to Charlotte, we were excited about the prospect of weekend trips to mountains and beaches.  There are so many getaways within driving distance from Charlotte.  We have...

Every child develops at their own pace As parents, potty training is a stage we must all go through and the difficulty factor depends mostly on the child.  I have two children who had vastly different experiences with potty training. ...

Finding quality mom friends can be challenging As I have grown older, I find that making new mom friends can be extremely challenging.  Seasons in life can change quickly whether it is moving to a new area or landing a...

Lets think back to our childhood... I have many beautiful memories from when I was a young child growing up in Minnesota.  One memory that has always stuck with me is my mother constantly telling me to put on a...

1. All children have different needs I have two kids who are polar opposites in every sense of the word.  One is shy and the other is outgoing.  One excels easily at school and the other struggles.  One goes to...