Family Health Archives - Carolina Parent

10 Hikes Kids Enjoy in the Triangle

Kathleen M. Reilly, Editorial staff,

Ready to spend some time outdoors with your family? You're bound to have fun at any of these kid-friendly hiking spots around the Triangle.

New Panthers Play 60 Challenge Course to Open in Southeast Raleigh

Chris Martin,

Although the Carolina Panthers' stadium is over 2 hours away, Raleigh is about to get a taste of Panther pride. On Tuesday, July 13, at Barwell Road Park (5857 Barwell Park Drive, 27610) in southeast Raleigh, the new Panthers Play 60…

Sensory Clubhouse Opening Soon in Chapel Hill

Chris Martin,

Mark your calendars for July 17 when the Triangle gets its very first sensory clubhouse, Sensored Vibes. Designed for the neurodiverse community, this safe space will bring together kids, adults, parents, and professionals. Equally important, it will provide a sensory…

A Look at Dorothea Dix Park's Spring Schedule

Chris Martin,

Spring is here and the winter hibernation is over. Stretch your legs, be inspired, and learn about your community at Dorothea Dix Park this April and May. The park is providing many opportunities to get out of the house and…

iMama connects breastfeeding moms with lactation consultants

Raleigh Startup Aims to Help Breastfeeding Women

Karen Shore,

After giving birth, many breastfeeding moms experience postpartum problems. Around 70% of women experience difficulties breastfeeding and low milk supply. But having a new baby during a global pandemic adds a new layer of worry to most parents’ minds. Indeed,…

fit RDU Offers Outdoor Exercise Classes

Karen Shore,

Many of us are really struggling to keep our mental health in check right now. Between the stress of virtual schooling, isolation and worry about jobs and the economy it’s not easy to stay upbeat. One great way to…

Oppositional Defiance Disorder: Tips for Parents and Teachers

Kristen Wynns,

How to identify and manage a child with Oppositional Defiance Disorder.

Brain Training Aims to Help Kids With Learning Challenges

Suzanne M. Wood,

Does this new approach to learning help student conquer educational challenges?

HPV Vaccine for Boys Could Protect More at Same Cost

Katherine Kopp,

A Duke University study proposes a strategy to better use limited public health care dollars for protecting more people from human papillomavirus (HPV) and the cancers it can cause.

Low Vitamin D Levels and Depression Linked in Young Women

Katherine Kopp,

Low levels of vitamin D and depression in otherwise healthy young women may be linked, according to a recent study from Oregon State University.

AAP Opposes In-School Drug Testing Due to Lack of Evidence

Katherine Kopp,

The American Academy of Pediatricsrecommends against the use of school-based drug testing programs, often called random drug testing.

Inside the Kitchens of NC Public Schools

Micki Bare,

What are N.C. Public Schools doing to improve meals kids eat at school in the wake of new regulations and programs designed to improve childhood health.

Motivating Children: Tips for Tapping Their Inner Drive

Malia Jacobson,

Think your child is lazy and unmotivated? Perhaps you just haven't found the right motivational mojo.

Gentle C-sections

Anne Wooten Green,

A new approach to cesarean sections emphasizes mother-baby bonding after birth.

Data Show Differences in Life Expectancy by N.C. County

Janice Lewine,

The North Carolina county in which children are born may make a difference in how long they live and in the quality of their health, according to NC Child.

Families on the Run: Triangle 5Ks for All Ages

Robyn Kinsey Mooring,

A 5K race can be fun for the entire family, but not all 5Ks are geared toward little legs. Here are some family-friendly options well-suited for competitive — and not-so-competitive — runners, as well as events that incorporate running as a family affair.