Moms tend to stick together and we all lean on each other when we need information, especially local info. Such as….What are the best Charlotte parks for toddlers? Where can I find nice baby announcements in Charlotte? Who has the cheapest Pampers in Charlotte?
Hello and welcome to Charlotte Smarty Pants. This is a website devoted to moms in Charlotte, written by 2 Charlotte moms. We do not pretend to be the experts, we have learned from all the moms who came before us. We just wanted to create a place to share all the great info that has been passed down to us – or that we have learned through research, trial and error. Let us tell you more about who we are:
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jen and jen – WAY TO GO!!!! this site looks fabulous and i’m going to look forward to relying on it, heavily, as i manage with a twenty month old and twin newborns!! you guys rock!!
Looks great- Charlotte really needed a site like this – i have forwarded to all “my people” sallie mayeux 🙂
Congrats girls. I love it and don’t even have kids!!! I’ve sent it to all my friends who do. Best of luck!! I will use this for my 9 nephews and 2 neices!! – Keely Lane
Whoohoo! It looks AMAZING! So excited for you both and I’ll be visiting regularly.
Nice site! This is a great resource and I am totally impressed with you blogging EVERY DAY! Thanks for all this great stuff in one spot.Claire Bingham
This site is already a winner! Love that you are in the beloved rooftop bar in Charleston to start – that place rocks so you obviously have great taste. I have 2 boys (3 & 5) and will check in to see what you have going on. What a great idea. Thanks Mary Dare for passing this to me I will forward to all my gal-pals!! Niki
Congratulations! My friend Catherine sent your blog along to me. As a mother of four in Charlotte I thank you…I am always looking for advice! Also as a mother who owns her own company, I enjoy hearing how other moms juggle it all and follow their passion. Way to go!Blessings,Carolinewww.multipleblessings.net
I love it! It looks great and I think it will be so helpful to moms! Thank you.
Hi Jen B. – I just heard about your site from a friend and clicked on and recognized your cute photo…I used to work at Wray Ward and have met you several times – Jenny Duncan is a great friend. (I’m Wheatley’s mom) Best of luck to you on this venture. I’ll be sure to keep checking in and passing the link on to others!
Hey – This is great! I’d love to have some info on University Area/Harrisburg included to!Congrats and Thanks!
This is wonderful, girls. You both are great writers and I am so happy for you both.
Hi Ladies- This is a wonderful site and I love that you are local Moms! I wanted to see if you would add local service providers to your site since most jobs are scheduled by Moms/ Women. My husband owns EnviroClean(704)821-5595, a local owned and operated company that specializes in Fire and Water Restoration and Carpet Cleaning, ect… I use referrals when looking for providers and I think adding a referral area would be very helpful. I am forwarding your site to all the Moms in the area. Good Luck!
Hi Ladies- Love the site. I am sending to all the Moms I know in the area. I would like to suggest adding a referral section for vendors. My husband owns EnviroClean 704-821-5595, a Fire and Water Restoration Company and Carpet Cleaning. When I need to schedule a service I always look for a good referral. Having this added to your site would be helpful for woman when looking for providers and save lots of time. Good luck to you and I look forward to future updates. Christy Steward
Great site – already learnt 2 useful things(1) things to take on an airplane when traveling with a toddler (I have a 20 hr long flight coming up)(2) that CLT has My Gym Locations!Way to go! I echo the request to add more information on the University side
Great Site! Lots of useful info. I’ll definately forward on to all my Mommy friends 🙂
No wonder I haven’t heard from you in a while…..you have been busy girlfriend!!!! I love what you are doing and thank you because I am always asking “what about????” and now I will have a quick reference and a place to turn for a good opinion. Thanks Jen! I am so proud of you!
That was me above Jen, Kellymcclavesmith@bellsouth.net
Hello Ladies!What a wonderful job you have done on this website!! Great idea, and it’s easy to use. I was wondering if anyone had suggestions on good books regarding discipline and behavior during the toddler years. My little one is actually pretty well behaved, but she has issues when she doesn’t get what she wants and she just loses it. I’m looking for effective ways to handle those times and prevent future meltdowns. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
Hello Ladies!What a wonderful job you have done on this website!! Great idea, and it’s easy to use. I was wondering if anyone had suggestions on good books regarding discipline and behavior during the toddler years. My little one is actually pretty well behaved, but she has issues when she doesn’t get what she wants and she just loses it. I’m looking for effective ways to handle those times and prevent future meltdowns. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
Great site! I hope it continues to grow. I would love to see a section on CDs/Videos that are age appropriate. We listen to a LOT of Wiggles – it would be nice to have other views on what are good CDs for the car and good videos. Thanks!
Wow…what a great idea! Many thanks for all the hard work you gals did!!!
Hi! I love your site! I saw that you already did a piece on restaurants for kids but I would love it if you did one on where kids can eat free. I know that Bear Rock cafe in Cotswold does it on Tuesday nights and Sundays. Also, Wolfman Pizza and Salsaritas are on Tuesday nights. I didn’t know if anyone knew of any others. My daughter is 14 months old so I love getting her dinner for free because you never know when it will all end up on the floor!!!
What a great site, thanks for all the useful info. I have one suggestion, the font is so small and difficult to read the older I get, and I’m only 41! Maybe you could change and make it larger and easier to see for us older moms, thanks!
Right up front I have to confess that I am Jen B’s Aunt Jeanne. I think the site is fabulous, but what do I know? I thought her spit up was pretty cool when she was a newborn. Actually I DO know about a gift that I received from her mom, my sister, years ago. I was single and mothering vicariously through my sister. At Christmas, I enjoyed cutting out and baking sugar cookies with Jen and her brothers to decorate. After a few years, my sister had a cookie sheet engraved with “Christmas is baking cookies with Aunt Jeanne” It still brings tears to my eyes. Got a cookie-baking relative? Steal this idea.
Jen & Jen: A friend of mine sent your site to me and I will be happy to forward it on to all the MOMS I know. I have two children, (a boy 2.5 years, and a girl 1 year), and I know that I will find your site helpful and useful. Thanks for all of your hard work. Andrea Anderson
What a great site! I’ve received it forwarded by several people.Wanted to pass along another great Charlotte-based product from another creative mom: http://www.yenithing.com. The site features The Yeni – a specially made bath apron. The site launched last week and has a great “homegrown NC” story with it!Charlotte Observer’s Sunday Lake section is featuring the site and the product!I hope you check it out! You can purchase online or at Poppies in Birkdale Village or Polka Dots in Baxter Village.
Hey! Are y’all on CharlotteMommies.com?
Great site! I love the honest answers. As a Mom and new resident of Charlotte it’s an invaluable resource. Thansk a mil!Mimika :)(Photographic Artist)www.photolyrical.com
This is a wonderful site with so much relevant information for mom’s in Charlotte. I am from here and still do not know some of the things to do. I think I live in the same neighborhood as Jen P, the Preserve @ Belingrath.
Jen P,My heart goes out to you. I know this is a tough time for you, your family, and Jen’s family. Take some time to yourself and let us know how we can help. What a gift you and Jen have given to moms and dads in Charlotte. You should be very proud of what you and Jen accomplished. More than that, I know that you and Jen built a strong friendship over the last several years. You will always have that with you. Hang in there. You are loved!!Anne H.
Jen P, I can’t imagine how but, even through your grief, you have managed to write a beautiful tribute to Jen. Thank you for sharing that with us and know that we are thinking of you and Jen’s family.Lydia P.
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