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In a perfect world, parenting would have a guide for every situation. So, without a parenting handbook, what’s a parent to do? Welcome to Fairfield County Mom! Our team consists of over 30 contributors with diverse backgrounds and family dynamics, sharing a wealth of experiences and parenting wisdom.

Parenting wisdom is often gained through experience, but it can also be shared. At Fairfield County Mom, we value the uniqueness of every child. Qualities like patience, empathy, and active listening are crucial for parents, along with setting boundaries and routines. Perfect parenting is a myth; it’s the simple, everyday moments that truly matter. Parenting wisdom lies in adapting and growing alongside your child, guiding them with love and resilience through each development stage. This wisdom shapes the child’s journey and enriches the parent’s path.

Fairfield County Mom provides parenting wisdom for all stages of motherhood, sharing tales of daily life and the joys and challenges of motherhood. We talk about the household and how to budgeting can help your marriage. We offer advice on bedtime routines and sibling room sharing tips. We also tackle difficult topics like helping children cope with grief and advice for navigating divorce.

Parenting in Fairfield County presents unique challenges and rewards. As a mother in this area, we nurture our children in a region known for its beautiful landscapes, rich cultural scene, and tight-knit community. Fairfield County fosters a supportive environment that encourages togetherness and strength. Whether you seek advice or parental wisdom, Fairfield County Mom is here to support you on your parenting journey.

Momlympics!

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I LOVE the Olympics. Always have. My grandmother missed out on swimming the butterfly leg of the IM relay in the 1940 games that were cancelled due to World War II. My 11th birthday fell right in the middle of...

A Lousy Introduction

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This is NOT the way I wanted to introduce myself to you. I would have much rather regaled you with a couple of funny anecdotes about what it is like to be raising 2 sets of twins under the...
Paper. Scissors. Glue. is a new monthly list on Fairfield County Mom's Blog. Every month we'll suggest some fun crafts to do with your kids. There will be four categories of age-appropriate crafts for you to choose from, all of...
Do you remember the time when you were married (or single, or dating) and you were so excited for your vacation? You packed a few suitcases, booked your travel, and looked forward to getting away from the hustle and...
Last month, I started a new journey. A journey that will get me healthy. Notice I say healthy and not thin. Personally that’s a better term to me, and I think also, to my kids. You see, I’ve always...

Parenting Without Fear

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As a mom I am not new to this whole fear thing. Fear and I go way back, and anxiety and I are old friends. I mean once you are expecting a baby you are constantly bombarded with things...
August 1-7, 2016 is World Breastfeeding Week. Each year there's a different theme, but the overarching goal of this annual event is to raise awareness of and encourage support for breastfeeding. As a mom of a 7-month old, this is a...
My husband and I recently started watching "Friday Night Lights" (I know, we're late to the game, as usual), and during an episode in Season 2 Coach Taylor said something to his wife, Tami, that struck an emotional chord with me...

My Summer Sanity Saver

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Every year I have such high hopes for summer! Day trips, hanging by the pool, long days at the beach, museums, park hopping, outdoor movies, my list can go on and on. But then reality quickly sinks in and...

ISO summer friends…

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A few days ago, someone posted in a local Facebook mom's group and it totally caught my eye. It was something along the lines of, "Hey! I'm a teacher who's off for the summer. Who's interested in some play...

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Explore Fairfield County :: New Canaan

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“Explore Fairfield County” is an informational series that provides a glimpse into the wonderful towns and cities in Fairfield County. Fairfield County is diverse...