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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.

My daughter loved her pacifier. In all honesty, so did I. The pacifier, lovingly nicknamed "ba," allowed us to make it through colic, sick days, a flight to and from California, teething and vaccines and taught her how to self...
I have to admit that this has been one of my favorite posts to write, since education is very close to my heart. Before you start to panic and think...UGH not another, "I-can-get-your-child-into-an-ivy-league-school," business, this is certainly not that. In fact, one...

Passover: the basics

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This year, sundown on April 22 marks the start of the Jewish holiday of Passover. This eight-day holiday celebrates the Jews' emancipation from slavery after a series of plagues upon the Egyptian people. While it is one of the most celebrated holidays, it...
Growing up in a family with a lot of siblings and cousins, I always thought I wanted to have a large family myself. I was the person who said she wanted to have five (!) kids and be a...
Do your little ones love to jump and run around? Bring them to burn off some energy at Rockin' Tots (tot time), a special jump time reserved just for parents and their kids up to 6 years old at our sponsor...
Anyone who grew up in the late eighties/early nineties must have read at least one Babysitters Club book by Ann M. Martin. But to some of us - cough, ok - me they were like old friends that I felt I...
Spring in Fairfield County means a host of 5K and other family friendly running events! You’ll see many annual favorites plus some new events with proceeds going to important causes. 5K running events have become so popular, it’s hard to...
I had my second son this past summer, and my second chance to  return to work from maternity leave. This time around I knew what to expect which made it a little easier for sure. I also have learned...
Little one on the way? Prepare yourself for the madness of baby registering. Stage 1: Complete Shock and Awe "One day, son, all of this will be yours." Stage 2: Anger Everything is ugly. Does it all need to come in clashing primary colors!? Stage...
We, as parents, are living in an age where children's headphones are a must for survival. My daughter's headphones recently became a tangled mess and I accidentally broke them trying to free the tangle....cue meltdowns from both the 4...

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