Health+Wellness

In the last six months several independent, physician-led practices have opened, including Sorelle Health (gynecology), Voci Breast Surgery (breast surgery) and The Eastover Clinic (dermatology). The broader picture: People with discretionary income are shifting away from flashy labels and reinvesting in the things other people can’t see: hobbies that bring them joy, boutique healthcare and […]

When to get your kid a smart phone seems like one of the hardest decisions you make for a tween/teen.  Data show: Most people agree that holding off until 13-15 is appropriate, but the pressure starts early.  Here’s what people are saying: Popular alternatives: A lot of parents seem to go the Apple Watch or […]

Graper Harper Cosmetic Surgery was founded 30 years ago by Dr. Robert Graper—one of the first plastic surgeons in Charlotte to embrace and prioritize the synergy between surgical and non-surgical therapies. Dr. Graper retired in December 2025. As a result of this growth, the office was in need of a refresh. Here’s a look at […]

The majority of people say social media isn’t all good or all bad, per the latest Scoop Labs poll. What’s really interesting: Less than 11% of people say social media makes them feel good most of the time.  Observations: I was at dinner a couple of weeks ago, and found out two of the six […]

QC Lagree Training & Wellness opened in the Myers Park neighborhood earlier this year. In the months since opening, they’ve expanded beyond their killer 40-minute Lagree classes.  The latest: The Myers Park fitness studio just launched personal strength training for adults and kids.  Latest in Lagree: Owner Christina Langrall also recently launched Meet the Method—designed […]

Child-Free Diaries is a series designed to explore the stories of those who don’t have children, by choice or circumstance. At what age did you realize you didn’t want kids? 29 How did you make that choice? I always thought I wanted children and was planning to be a mom by 28 like my own […]

If you’ve ever wondered how people are getting it all done, the answer is help.  Notable replies: Hiring help isn’t cheap, however. So here are some other tactical tips for creating more efficiency in your life. 

So, you’ve already determined you want Rhinoplasty, either for functional or aesthetic reasons.  Here’s what to expect during and after your procedure, according to Dr. Jewel Greywoode from CEENTA. What does the surgery entail? All rhinoplasty, whether functional or cosmetic, is a shape changing operation of the nose to  change the size, shape and orientation […]

If you’ve been thinking about Rhinoplasty (a nose job)—for functional or aesthetic reasons—there are a few things to consider beforehand. What are medical reasons for a rhinoplasty versus cosmetic reasons? From a functional perspective, the purpose of the nose is to warm, humidify the air we breathe as it passes through our nose to enter […]

Nearly 73% of Scoop readers—who are largely women—report struggling with mental load, according to a June poll.  Defined & explained: Mental load is the invisible stress created by the demands of the world; it’s the constant list running in your head, Brooke Osterhoudt (my personal therapist of many years) says. One person said: “I carry […]

For today’s parenting diaries, we’re taking a slightly different approach—focusing on one nearly impossible question: How did you know you were ready for kids? “I knew I was ready when in my mid 30s I was single and wanted a family. I decided to adopt.” “I felt the pull in my gut that we were […]

In our child-free diaries, we lead with two questions: At what age did you realize you didn’t want kids? How did you make that choice? Here’s a sampling of their stories.  “10. I’ve never found anything about kids to be appealing. I never babysat a day in my life. I didn’t grow up around little […]