Charleston Moms
Charleston Moms is a rapidly growing community of moms in the Charleston area. We are a collaborative resource written by local moms for local moms. We are passionate about connecting our readers to each other and to our community both online and offline.
Maternal Mental Health: Insight From An Expert
“I feel:
Angry/irritable,
Anxious,
Hopeless,
Powerless/alone,
So TIRED,
Out of control,
Scared/disconnected,
So overwhelmed,
Like I’m never going to feel like myself again,
Like no one understands,
Like I’m a bad mother,
Like I’m going crazy,
I have no patience left for anything anymore,
Like each day is...
5 Ways to Make Your Child’s Summer Camp Experience a Safe One!
Summer is on its way and that means many kids (and parents) in the Lowcountry are looking forward to summer camp. Summer camp is a great way for children to explore interests, make new...
A Mom Missed Connection
*Thank you to Nora Black for this guest post!
We met in the children’s section of the bookstore. You were playing with your toddler at the train table and my daughter walked right up and...
4 Ways to Help Your Kids Alleviate Their Fear of the Dentist
When you open your calendar and see your child’s upcoming dentist appointment, what’s your first thought? If you’ve selected the right pediatric dentist, you shouldn’t be concerned or worried about tears and fussing. At...
5 Ways to Practice Self-Love for Valentine’s Day
Will you be my Valentine? That may not be what you expect to hear this February 14th, but it doesn’t mean you can’t be your own admirer. On a day dedicated to the commercialization...
6 Things to Look for in a Phenomenal K4 Program
Choosing a K4 program for your child can feel like a daunting task with so many options available in the Lowcountry. To help make things easier for you, Charleston Christian School has put together...
Time to Brush Up on Your Toothpaste Knowledge!
Your Pediatric Toothpaste Questions Answered!
Your child’s first tooth is a major milestone. It marks a new stage – and is often accompanied by a new list of questions from first-time parents. Coastal Kids Dental...
7 Ways to Ease Your Child’s Transition to a New School
Starting at a new school, while exciting, can also be challenging. Whether your child is switching schools to find a better fit, moving to a new town, or simply entering a new school after...
Shortcut Your Way to a Beautifully Organized Home
Who doesn’t love a good shortcut?
As a professional organizer, I’m always looking for ways to make my clients’ life easier when I’m organizing their home. I was working with a Mama recently who had...
My Six Pound Hero
*Thank you to Jackie Maxey for this guest post sharing her struggles with anxiety and overcoming postpartum depression.
I’ve always had anxiety and a small dose of depression. I tried medication, counseling, self-love activities, all...