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WebWe all want our kids to get out and play in the great outdoors. But when Mother Nature interferes, there are plenty of indoor play options all over town. Sky Zone Trampoline Park Charlotte 7325 Smith Corners Blvd. 704-709-9050 Pineville….

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Digital Resources To Keep Your Family Healthy

WebCheck out drugs.Don’t buy medicine for your family online. The risk of getting counterfeit drugs is simply too great. Instead, use drugs.com to research benefits and side effects of both prescription and over-the-counter drugs. If you can’t afford drugs that have been recommended for a family member, go to rxassist.org, a nonprofit website that has …

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The Truth About Food Labels

WebThe Truth About Food Labels Deciphering the hype of health claims on food packaging

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PARENT TO KNOW: Corie Dulken

WebCorie Dulken is a massage therapist, skin care specialist, and owner of Nature’s Spa in South Charlotte. The mom of three, who has always prioritized her physical and emotional health, found a lump in her breast in 2020 that was eventually diagnosed as breast cancer. She has gratefully completed her treatment, but continues to crusade for …

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PARENT TO KNOW: Dr. Sandy Charles

WebThe New York native is the daughter of Haitian immigrants and the first female cardiologist at Novant Health Heart and Vascular Institute at Presbyterian Hospital. She’s also mom to 5-year-old Nicole and 3-year-old Nathan. We caught up with Dr. Charles to talk about heart health, mom guilt, and the Superwoman phenomenon.

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Hiking as a Family Benefits All Ages

WebHiking also allows busy, on-the-go teens to slow down, reflect and connect with their families, Magi says. “What teens really want is a way to stay connected to their parents, caregivers and families, even as they are developing more and more independence,” she says. “I grew up hiking with my dad, and as a teen I always looked …

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Inside Hemby Children’s Hospital, Here for the ‘Big and Little Things’

WebLocated inside the Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center (200 Hawthorne Ln.), it has the only St. Jude Affiliate Clinic in the Carolinas. The clinic offers children and young adults the highest quality of care with compassion and dedication. Our staff includes experts in the treatment of children with cancer and blood disorders.

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Things to Know About the CMS School Choice Lottery

WebWhat you need to know about the CMS school choices lottery.

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Satterfield, Jamison-MD

WebSelect list(s) Monthly FYI: This highly curated newsletter has everything local parents need to know to start each month. Weekend Family Fun Planner: Sent on Thursdays to help you stay in the loop & plan your weekend in Charlotte. Special Promotions: Limited-time offers, giveaways, and promotions from our partners.

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5 SIDS Risk Factors You Should Know

WebHere are five of the most prominent SIDS risk factors every parent should know about and how to avoid them. 1. Stomach Sleeping. Your baby’s sleeping position is by far the biggest SIDS risk factor. In its “Task Force on Infant Sleep Position and SIDS,” the AAP found that babies sleeping on their stomachs were as much as 12 times more

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Teens and Social Media: How to Protect Their Mental Health

WebEstablish Rules Early . Social media apps like TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram have minimum age requirements (usually 13), and Murphy believes even that’s too early. Before allowing your child to sign up, clearly outline rules and discuss online safety. Family guides on Wait Until 8 th can help with these discussions.. Parents can …

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Charlotte-Area Breast Cancer Support Groups

WebHuntersville, NC 28078. Meets the first and third Tuesday of the month. from 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Contact: Carol White at 704.489.2711 or Cathy Quade at 704.662.0770. Lake Wylie Breast Cancer Support Group. River Hills Community Church. 104 Hamilton Ferry Road, Lake Wylie, SC 29710.

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Lessons My Kids Learned from the Lemonade Stand

WebAlex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) was started in 2000 by Alex Scott (pictured), who was diagnosed with childhood cancer when she wasn’t even 1-year-old. When she was 4, she set up a lemonade stand to donate the money to help find a cure. Soon others around the country were also setting up stands to donate their money, as well.

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A Day in the Life of a Pediatric Surgeon

Web6:45am, deadline for pre-operative paperwork-All patients, prior to surgery, need to be re-examined in the pre-operative area to confirm that there are no changes to their health that would preclude surgery.I also review the surgery with the family to ensure there are no additional questions. The hospital is quite strict about getting paperwork complete 45 …

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Pediatric Surgery: A Wife’s Perspective

WebShutterstock photo. In February 2017, Dr. Andrew Schulman wrote a popular blog post titled “A Day in the Life of a Pediatric Surgeon,” which described a busy, sometimes chaotic 24-hour period during which he balanced being a doctor, colleague, husband and father.We asked Dr. Schulman’s wife about the other side of this …

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Meet Our Fitness Expert: Paul Sklar

WebApril 26, 2012. Carolina Parent. Founder of Prescriptive Fitness and former professional duathlete, Paul Sklar understands the roadblocks parents face when trying to start a workout regimen while balancing the demands of family life. “For most of my clients, they’re running around with the kids and can’t find time for themselves,” he says.

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The 2021 Novant Health Thanksgiving Parade: By the Numbers

WebIn Partnership with Charlotte Center City Partners. The 2021 Novant Health Thanksgiving Parade is back as an in-person celebration this year, and it’s also now an evening event held on Thanksgiving Eve: Wednesday, November 24, at 6 p.m.. Below, we’ve gathered all of the numbers you need to know surrounding this year’s celebration …

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Get to Know: Kim Henderson of Novant Health

WebMichele Huggins. Photo by Daniel Coston Photography. Kim Henderson with her daughter Evelyn Megan. Kim Henderson is the chief of staff to the CEO at Novant Health. She is also mom to her 10-year-old daughter Evelyn Megan McLoughlin. Where in Charlotte do you live?

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The 2022 Novant Health Thanksgiving Eve Parade: By the Numbers

WebThe Novant Health Thanksgiving Eve Parade returns on Wednesday, November 23, at 6 p.m. The event, which was formerly held on Thanksgiving Day, continues its successful reimagining as an evening endeavor, garnering thousands from across the region. Below, we’ve gathered all of the numbers you need to know surrounding this …

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