The Lowcountry is a special place to raise a family. From beaches, lakes and rivers to historic plantations and county and neighborhood parks, it’s seemingly one expansive outdoor playground waiting to be explored.
Ever wonder how astronauts brush their teeth in space? Zero gravity makes this basic personal hygiene habit quite annoying and downright unsanitary. But, lucky for astronauts, the students in the Berkeley Intermediate and Middle School’s First LEGO League team, have made it their mission to …
Life in the Lowcountry revolves around water. During the area’s scorching summers, in particular, families flock to local beaches, lakes, rivers and pools for refreshment and recreation.
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Life in the Lowcountry revolves around water. During the area’s scorching summers, in particular, families flock to local beaches, lakes, rivers and pools for refreshment and recreation.
Sometimes you've got to go out of your comfort zone to learn something new. Luckily, with so many events going on in the Lowcountry this month, it's easy to dive right in and live your life to fullest!
The American Girl doll is an object of obsession for many young girls. You may have spent hours chasing the dolls and accessories down to fulfill holiday or birthday wishes or watching your littles play with the dolls for hours on end. But what about seeing the show live? It’s a whole new wa…
According to the South Carolina Sea Grant Consortium, South Carolina has an estimated 350,000 acres of salt marsh. This delicate wetland is the most productive ecosystem on the planet (just recently nudging into first place ahead of the rainforest).
Before Dana Matheson became mom to Alex, 9, Ryan, 8, and Jane, 5, she was a teacher working with children with autism. And it's this patience and passion for being a good role model to her children that makes her our February Mom of the Month. She's an introvert by nature who spends any down…
In recent years, Charleston has become an excellent destination for live music, and February is a great example. This month is loaded with ample opportunities to feel the beat. Here are a few of our favorites.
When it comes to the education of her daughter, Kerry Litten often finds herself lobbying on two fronts: to ensure Callie is in the best possible academic environment, and also to challenge her to do all she’s capable of. It’s a balance that many parents of children with special needs can un…
It's common during a child's development for families to experience periods of temper tantrums during toddler years or rebellion during teenage years. While some behaviors are normal, how do you know when a line has been crossed? To answer these questions and more, we spoke to David Kalergis…
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Most kids run the other way when you mention it. They pretend not to hear you or use whatever excuse they can to avoid it. Even if your toddler is rubbing her eyes and yawning, bedtime is never a welcome word. For parents who have children that follow a strict bedtime routine with little fus…
The new year is a time to restore and renew, but you can still have fun. These activities will help you do both.
Mateusz Wojnarowicz, a 13-year-old home-school student in Charleston, has already made a name for himself as an accomplished model, artist and musician, having been selected as a featured artist and performer at the grand reopening of the Starbucks at the corner of King and Calhoun streets e…
For parents, to-do lists just seem to be getting longer, so a warm meal on the table every night seems like a stretch. We run out of ideas or don’t have the ingredients that we need on hand. That’s why so-called “meal kits” are popping up in all categories as a way of simplifying meal time. …
The glowing screens of electronic devices cry out for attention in the wee hours, almost as much as small children do. Shift work disrupts a body’s natural rhythm. That triple espresso needed to get through the afternoon also has us staring at the ceiling in the middle of the night.
The New Year is a great time to get rid of clutter. It’s a time of year to cleanse your life of what does not serve you. And for many of us, that means simplifying parenting, our most important, but also most time-consuming responsibility. We asked our LCP readers to come together as a commu…
The holiday season is about celebration, quality time spent with family and friends and, of course, food. This season of overindulgence can weigh heavily on Lowcountry families that already struggle with the issue. We spoke with Dr. Lauren Tipton, a pediatrics specialist at Parkwood Pediatri…
Rather than muscling your way through crowded stores trying to pick the perfect presents, why not flex your creative muscles this holiday season? Homemade gifts can be tailored to any taste, and recipients will appreciate the time and effort you put into the projects.
When it comes to the holiday season, Mount Pleasant mom Stacie Gregory and her family go all out, and their annual Christmas card is no exception.
Whether your kids can’t wait to see Santa or you’re in the market for a holiday production, we’ve got you covered. Here’s our list of family-friendly events not to be missed.
Public or private? Christian-based or Montessori? Half day or full day? Starting a child at 2, 3 or 4 years old? The options for preschool seem almost endless and parents today put almost as much thought into early education as they do elementary school. The choices can seem daunting, but th…
When Melissa Meverden failed her one-hour glucose test during her second pregnancy, she didn’t sweat it. The same thing had happened in her first pregnancy, but on the first go-around she went on to pass the three-hour glucose test, which determines if a women has gestational diabetes, with …
With almost every child, there is a progression: from sleeping a few hours at a time as a newborn, to around six-hour stretches at 3 months old, to 10 hours or more by the first year. The hard part for both parent and child is getting through it, and enduring the emotional swings and sleeple…
Breastfeeding is loaded with health benefits for mom and baby. But it’s not always so simple. It can take weeks, or even months, for both of you to get the hang of it. Latching on, producing enough milk and dealing with sore breasts are just a few of the troubles that moms commonly encounter…
September is one of my favorite months in the Lowcountry because the weather is starting to cool down and the event calendar is full. There’s just so much to do, it’s difficult to know where to begin. My suggestion: Do something that you haven’t done before. Here are some great ideas to get …
Daniel Island mom Sonya Altenbach was quick to take advantage of ordering prepackaged school supplies so two of her three sons would be ready to roll when school starts this month. It was the first time the PTA had offered online ordering, and she snapped up the time-saving offer.
The trouble started when Emily Torchiana was just 14. As a shy new kid at an all-girls high school in Pennsylvania, she simply wanted to fit in.
We're in the midst of summer in the Lowcountry. It's an exciting time of year, but it can also be hard to keep the kids busy all day when school is out. Not to worry, we're here to help with this year's summer fun guide.
The Climate Prediction Center has already forecasted that temperatures across the Lowcountry could be even hotter than normal in the coming summer months. In a state that regularly sees the mercury rise to the upper 90s in June, July and August, the prospect of even hotter temperatures leave…
If you’re looking for affordable outings this summer, make plans to explore some Lowcountry parks. The area boasts a bounty of public parks, many of which offer free or low-cost entrance and a wide variety of amenities and activities.
As summer settles on the South, it’s time to get your groove on. This month's calendar boasts so many ways to dance the night away under the summer sun. Here are a few of my favorites.
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It’s known as the “summer slide” and according to Lauren Herterich, executive director of Kids on Point, the term describes the phenomenon of summer learning loss that occurs when children forget academic skills after taking long breaks from school. She says that on average, students’ achiev…
Like any normal 6-year-old, Harper Haselden enjoys spending time with her friends and family, has many different interests and is quite fond of kindergarten. But after the holiday break, Haselden did not return to her kindergarten class. Instead, this high-achiever was moved up to the first …
It’s rare to find a fifth-grade student that possesses such humility and initiative as Sydney Fischer, says Eddie Crosby, current assistant principal at Newington Elementary School in Summerville. Crosby has been in education for 17 years and is almost speechless at how fantastic a kid she is.
Part of having your own family is establishing the traditions that you will hold dear for years to come. Whether it’s frying the Christmas turkey, lighting the menorah or watching “It’s a Wonderful Life” with the family, we look forward to these rituals every year. But while we welcome these…
Katniss Everdeen has some competition — as do hundreds of ninth-grade girls in South Carolina. Wadmalaw Island’s Ella Kindt is not only an exceptional student, but she’s the No. 1 female archer in the state for her age. Even more impressive — it’s only her third year officially competing.
The South is credited with creating the cheese straw but no one knows who, where or why exactly. There is one vague story about leftover cheese being added to biscuit dough to make a snack but I don't buy it.
Two local girls are putting their energy and crafting skills to good use at Sangaree Intermediate. Together Luci Haueisen, 11, and Olivia Russell, 10, created The Great Girls Group to create and sell custom goods to raise money for St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, all under the supervision of…
One of the best things about living in Charleston is the food. Admit it. We’re spoiled by great restaurants, high-quality food trucks, and lots of good barbecue, and there are plenty of festivals and events to enjoy throughout the year, too.
The argument could be made for all the seasons, but fall in the Lowcountry is practically magical. From pumpkin picking and fall festivals to corn mazes and hayrides, autumn offers something for everyone to look forward to it. Here’s our round up of the can’t-miss family-friendly fall events…
When her daughter, Maddie, started kindergarten earlier this year, Keri Scougale told her she’d pack any food her heart desired for her first lunch at her new school. A lot of kindergarteners would request peanut butter and jelly or grilled cheese, but not Maddie. Her request? Sushi. Kerri l…
In the weeks leading up to the birth of her first child, Stephanie Zapiecki of James Island and her doula had a conversation about Zapiecki’s goals for her ideal labor and delivery experience.
If you don't have solar eclipse viewing plans yet, there are plenty of kid- and family-friendly options to choose from across Charleston and beyond.
Math class is no place for counting sheep, and baseball practice isn’t geared towards catching ZZZs. Given early school bells and jam-packed activity schedules, today’s kids need to wake rested and ready to go. But parents can feel put to the test when it comes to getting school-age children…
For many of us, the total solar eclipse on Aug. 21 could be a once-in-a-lifetime event. The Lowcountry won't witness another one for 35 years. To find out more about the rare celestial phenomenon that briefly turns day into night, we turned to Laura Penny, Professor of Physics and Astronomy …
As the moon and sun align in the sky, community partners will gather on the ground for all-star entertainment and stellar science activities.
The new school year is fast approaching, and there's no doubt your to-do is growing longer with each passing day. While you've been busy shopping for school supplies and clinging to every last second of summer fun in the Lowcountry, we checked in with school officials from each of the four l…