Charleston is rich with history, so why not throw a theme party that celebrates the wonderful area in which we live? Here are three locally skewed parties every child will love.  Read More

Let’s face it. You can’t have a birthday party without a cake. The staff at Lowcountry Parent picked a few treats from some of the best recipe books we could find. Try out these mouth-watering desserts that are sure to make your next occasion extra special.  Read More

Alexander Barton enjoys being outside. He likes playing with fiddler crabs and finding short cuts through the woods. The proud 10-year-old local Boy Scout considers the outdoors a second home.  Read More

The Spa at Charleston Place has joined with MUSC Health to educate the Lowcountry about melanoma through its initiative “I Will Reflect.” Read More

Celebrate well-known Lowcountry artist Tate Nation with the purchase of the 550-piece puzzle “On The Harbor.”  Read More

As most of us know, the childhood obesity rate is rising. It can be difficult to get children to eat vegetables, especially if your child is a “picky eater.” Read More

Sophia Vann of Summerville is spearheading her second pajama drive to benefit local charities. The 5-year-old is collecting brand-new pajamas in sizes preemie to extra large now through the end of the year to give to those in need.  Read More

Water is everywhere in the Lowcountry, and during the hot summer months, many area families flock to the ocean, pools and other waterways. But while we are having fun in the sun, everyone should be prepared for the inherent risks of the water. Read More

According to your birth certificate and the 2010 calendar, it happened on June 24. But how did this day arrive so quickly? You’ve been riding in a sling or bouncing on my hip for months, so how did 365 days pass before my eyes? I demand a recount.  Read More

Lowcountry Parent magazine is giving prizes to teachers Read More

From great baby shower gifts to parenting books that reveal the mysteries of touchy teens, there’s something for everyone in the 2010 National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) for Parenting Resources. Find out which products wowed the judges and family testers – and which will make your life easier, no matter what stage of parenting you’re at! Read More

Sloan Todd Cooper has always known she wanted to help people, but wasn’t sure exactly how or where or in what capacity. But in 1993 after being involved in a terrible head-on car accident, she realized it was time to act on the ideas she’d had thought about for years.  Read More

Michael Fischbach leads a group out into the courtyard at the Harper Student Wellness Center at the Medical University of South Carolina. They all have cameras in hand. He reminds them to adjust their plus minus settings on their cameras, because they are now out of the shade. After a flurry of snaps and flashes, Fischbach is suddenly surrounded by his students. “Fish! Fish! Look at my picture.” Everyone calls him “Fish,” for short. Read More

Forrest Carr walks into a local Mexican restaurant to have dinner with his family. He loves to eat out. Almost immediately, the outgoing and popular Fort Johnson middle-schooler is swarmed by a group of 15 giggling 13-year-old girls offering big smiles and even bigger hugs. He graciously smiles, but the look on his slightly blushed face says, “OK, get me outta here!” Read More

Sheyenne Morris has always loved animals. But as much as she loves horses, she wanted to keep both feet on the ground. As a child with Down syndrome, Sheyenne didn’t feel comfortable sitting on the horse until another child with Down syndrome showed her how. Read More