laurenk
Lauren is a full time working mom to Madelyn(born 2012) and Amelia (born 2016). Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, Lauren and her husband Scott moved to Fairfield County in 2008. A self proclaimed “indoor girl”, in her spare time you can find Lauren in her favorite corner of the couch, binge watching whatever “everyone’s” watching.
Unsolicited Advice for My Teen (And Yours Too)
I get it, no one likes unsolicited advice, especially your teenage daughter. And that’s pretty unfortunate because sometimes I feel like I’m in one...
Firsts and Lasts
I don’t remember when they finally started sleeping through the night.
I don’t remember when I could finally put on a movie and nap while...
When a Teenager Laughs
I was driving my middle schooler to school today, as I do every morning. Morning car rides can be a mixed bag, and I...
What Will They Remember?
My girls are growing up so fast! Friends and colleagues around me are having babies, and instead of cringing at how hard it was,...
The Experienced Mom
I've been a mom for thirteen years. It feels really weird to say that. There are times when it all comes so naturally, and...
My Kid is a Hamilfan, and Now I Am Too
Ten years ago, Hamilton made its debut on Broadway. And while I was an avid Broadway fan growing up, I didn’t feel compelled to...
The Tween Chauffeur
As a new parent, you're taught how your kids grow in ages and stages. When they're little, it's teething and walking, rolling and feeding themselves;...
What Kind of Mom Do They Need Today?
I've always wanted to be a mom. From playing with baby cousins as almost a baby myself to babysitting at 13 to playing with...
Every Kid Needs a Win
It's no secret that one of my main goals in parenting is helping my kids find their passions. I've talked about my older daughter's...
Midlife Mom
Don't worry—this isn't a post about a midlife crisis. I'm not about to show you a brand-new convertible or tell you I ran away from...