Claire Charlton

Detroit

Writer at Freelance

Always fascinated by people and their interesting lives.

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Articles

Student-Designed Public Park Grows from Detroit Charter School’s Legacy Project

1 week ago | metroparent.com | Claire Charlton

Eighth graders at a Detroit public charter school are leaving more than memories behind. At Detroit Achievement Academy, their legacy project — a student-designed public park — is now becoming a community landmark.
Michigan WIC: Who Qualifies and What You Get

2 weeks ago | metroparent.com | Claire Charlton

If you’re raising a child under age five in southeast Michigan, you might assume a program like WIC isn’t for you. But the truth is, many families are eligible — and missing out on meaningful support simply because they’re not aware of what’s available. We spoke with Lauren Cody, RD, IBCLC, Public Health Services Manager for WIC at the Macomb County Health Department and a member of the Southeast Michigan WIC Alliance.
Keep Your Child Safe at Summer Camp With 5 Tips from a Chicago Pediatrician

2 weeks ago | chicagoparent.com | Claire Charlton

As summer approaches, parents across Chicagoland are preparing their kids for the excitement of camp — whether it’s a day program at the local park district or overnight in a lakeside cabin. While packing the right gear is important, so is getting your child ready for a safe, healthy summer camp experience. To help families get ready, we spoke with Nishaat Farooqui, MD*, a pediatrician at the UChicago Medicine Medical Group.
Chores for Kids With Autism: What Local Experts Recommend

3 weeks ago | metroparent.com | Claire Charlton

For kids with autism, everyday household responsibilities can be a powerful way to build confidence, life skills and a stronger connection with their family. Still, many parents hesitate. They may wonder if they should expect their child with autism to help with laundry, make their bed or feed the cat.
How Soccer Skills Grow by Age—Paris Saint-Germain Academy Chicago - Chicago Parent

3 weeks ago | chicagoparent.com | Claire Charlton

Whether your child is just starting out or has been kicking a ball since toddlerhood, it’s natural to wonder what’s realistic at their age. Should they be learning to pass? Should they be playing full games? What’s a “win” for a 5-year-old? Paris Saint-Germain Academy Chicago is more than just a local soccer program — it’s part of the global PSG network known for world-class training and youth development.
Emotional Triggers: A Metro Detroit Expert Explains

4 weeks ago | metroparent.com | Claire Charlton

Emotional triggers are common — and often misunderstood. They can surface at work, at home or when we least expect them. “Triggers are those things that cause us to respond emotionally in a way that is disproportionate to what’s happening in the moment,” says Tradina Taylor, LMSW, CAADC, Director of Access at Oakland Community Health Network. Understanding and managing emotional triggers is part of behavioral health — and an important step toward healthier relationships and everyday life.
What To Bring For Team Snacks: 5 Nutritionist-Approved Ideas Kids Love

1 month ago | metroparent.com | Claire Charlton

Snack duty? If you’re one of the many Metro Detroit parents pulling cooler duty this season, you’re in the right place. Whether you’re on the sideline for soccer, track, cross country or tennis, the right snacks can help your child — and their teammates — stay energized, hydrated and happy.
Childhood Stroke: Signs, Risks, and What Parents Should Know

1 month ago | chicagoparent.com | Claire Charlton

It was a regular day on the basketball court when Chicago teen Mekhi Bailey took a hit to the neck — nothing unusual for an active kid. But the next morning, one side of his face and body drooped. Mekhi was having a stroke. Most parents don’t connect stroke with children, but experts say we should.
What Parents Should Know About Autism Feeding Therapy

1 month ago | metroparent.com | Claire Charlton

If your child with autism eats only a handful of foods — or avoids meals altogether — you’re not alone. Feeding struggles are one of the most common concerns for families, and they’re often rooted in sensory sensitivities, anxiety or past experiences like gagging or choking. For many families, autism feeding therapy offers a structured, compassionate way to make mealtimes less stressful — and more successful.
Find Balance With a Free Mental Health App

1 month ago | metroparent.com | Claire Charlton

Finding ways to take care of your mental health can be tough. Between work, family responsibilities and everything else on the calendar, it’s easy to push emotional wellness to the bottom of the list. When you feel like you’re coming unglued — or even just stretched thinner than you’d like — the Teladoc mental health app can help you check in, find ideas for managing stress and take small steps toward feeling more grounded. And it’s available for free through Oakland Community Health Network.