The Charlotte Observer [http://www.charlotteobserver.com] | Subscribe Weather Charlotte News Classifieds Coupons Home News Today's Buzz Pics Resources Giveaways Calendar Bloggers Plus digital subscription sign in Giving Mitchell Back: Relapse 6:09AM Earlier this year, Meg McElwain shared the inspirational and touching story of her son, Mitchell's, battle with pediatric cancer. On April 13, 2014, Mitchell passed away, leaving Meg with both grief and a sense of peace. In honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Meg's blog will continue with an update on her family and their unwavering faith and love. 'Homework Hotline' offers free support August 30, 2014 As school heads back and homework challenges begin, students in grades K-12 have an easy support resource for science and math at their fingertips. The Rose-Hulman's Homework Hotline tutors offer assistance via email and phone for free and share tips on making homework a breeze. Survey: children come first in divorce August 30, 2014 Sodoma Law surveyed more than 100 men and women in our area to uncover the root cause and top concerns when it comes to family separation and divorce. The results show that the well-being of children consistently plays a top role in the decisions and proceedings. School's back in, but there's still plenty of kid fun August 24, 2014 Don't let the new school year prevent you from having fun with the kiddies. Here's the lineup for what's cooking in Charlotte this week. Kids book selection: Ninja Red Riding Hood August 21, 2014 Author and children's book aficionado Dorothy Price is back with a book pick for preschoolers that will surprise and enchant young readers and parents alike. A baby not her own: postpartum good-byes August 19, 2014 What's it like to carry twins for an entire pregnancy, bring them into the world, and then hand them over to someone else? In the conclusion of her series on being a surrogate, Stacey Ashe shares what she calls "the strangest part of the entire experience." School prep a chance to teach August 16, 2014 Learning opportunities abound before your children even set foot in the classroom. As you prepare for another school year, get your kids involved in the shopping and the planning, and they just may learn a thing or two about budgeting, style, and their sense of self. Best books for back to school August 14, 2014 Get your little ones pumped up as they head back to the classroom this month by sharing special books about school. Blogger Gi Hallmark shares 10 of her favorites that will help alleviate back to school anxieties and get a few good laughs. These books are all available at Park Road Books in Charlotte. Protecting children from our pain August 12, 2014 With so much sadness & violence in the news lately, it's hard to know what, how much, or even if to share with our kids. Attachment Parenting International offers a message about helping our children understand the world around them What entrepreneurs & moms share August 11, 2014 Mompreneur blogger Jennie Wong finds similarities in the qualities that make someone a great mom and those that make someone a successful entrepreneur. All that mom multitasking transfers directly into the world of owning your own business! Next Page » Newsletter Sign up for our weekly Moms newsletter. Don't miss our great specials and deals on things to do, and places to go to. You can opt out at any time you wish. *Email: *Zip: *Gender Male Female Birthdate (MM/DD/YYYY) See A Sample Newsletter » Meet the Moms Admin Mandy Ravin is a mom of three who manages the MomsCharlotte site in between carpool drops-offs, soccer games, gymnastics meets, homework, laundry and trying to stay sane in the nutty world that is being a mom. Mandy can be reached at: mravin@charlotteobserver.com and welcomes your ideas, events, feedback, resources, and anything else that helps you be a happier mom. about us terms of service privacy policy about our ads copyright contact us