Jenna
Jenna is a full-time working mom to two rowdy kids. Originally from Guilford, CT, she eventually made her way down the shoreline to settle in Fairfield County with her husband. In the little spare time she has, Jenna enjoys reading, scary movies, and running.
I Try Not to Bring My Job Home
At my job, I sometimes play a part in the worst day of people’s lives.
My job involves giving bad news, cancer news. While this...
Parenting as a Former Fat Kid
I was a fat kid.
I was a fat teenager. I fluctuated a bit in college, but ultimately ended up as a fat adult.
Then I...
Let’s Celebrate Summerween
Do you ever wish that you could celebrate Halloween all year long? Just me? As Fairfield County Mom resident spooky mom, I am loving...
Choose Your Own Adventure Day
With Mother’s and Father’s Day, many spouses are trying to figure out how to treat the special person in their life. Some want a...
FPIES: Our Family’s Journey With an Uncommon Food Allergy
Most people think about food allergies as hives or trouble breathing. IgE reactions typically cause these types of allergies. I learned that food allergies...
Different Families Have Different Rules
Different families have different rules. I often repeat this phrase with my kids, especially as they reach school age. It helps create boundaries without...
If You Give A Mom a Romance Book
She might be hesitant. It's been a few years since she's read for pleasure. She used to read the classics, a few more modern...
Favorite Swaps From a Kinda Crunchy Mom
Crunchy is a spectrum, and I consider myself kinda crunchy, maybe more crunchy adjacent.
For me, this means my kids are vaccinated (boo polio), the...
In and Out for the New Year
As we embark upon another year, the in and out lists are everywhere. Some are serious, and some are satire. Here is my list...
Elf Not Cutting It? Try Krampus
The Elf visits many families every season to keep kids on Santa's nice list. However, for some feral children, such as my own, the...