Michelle
Michelle is the Owner and Editor of Fairfield County Mom and Westchester County Mom. Born and raised in Norwalk, she now lives in Fairfield, CT, with her husband, Chris, whom she married in 2008, back when she thought she was “busy.” Fast forward to life with her son Shane (2011), twins Blake and Brynn (2013), a black Lab named Hank, and a Frenchie named Bruce, and she now laughs at her pre-mom self. By day, Michelle is a second grade team leader at a local public school, which means she’s a chaos-managing, data-collecting superhero in sensible shoes. By night, she’s a list-making, laundry-folding, sideline-cheering multitasker who runs on coffee and Diet Coke (RIP tequila). She believes in storytelling, building community, and finding the humor in this wild ride called motherhood (preferably from the quiet of her parked car).
Sorry, My Kid Has a Game
There’s a very specific moment in parenting when you realize your family calendar no longer belongs to you. It belongs to the sports schedule....
On Mother’s Day Don’t Forget…
Mother’s Day is supposed to be all about us moms with breakfast in bed, perfectly behaved children, a relaxing family outing, and gifts thoughtfully...
The Marriage You Start Isn’t the Marriage You Keep
The marriage I started isn’t the marriage I will keep. No one told me that you don’t just fall in love once. If you’re...
Mommy Needs a Bedtime Routine Too!
When I first became a mom, the biggest shock to my system wasn’t diapers or spit-up or even the mountain of laundry. It was...
Why Fairfield County Moms Love Alchemy, The Salon
Once you become a mother, you realize EVERYTHING changes, including your hair. From thick, luscious locks during pregnancy to postpartum hair loss, endless to-do...
The Problem With “Should”
For most of my life, I’ve lived according to a long list of rules that I created for myself, rooted in what I thought...
Trusting Your Teen: Letting Go Without Giving Up
Let’s start with the honest truth: parenting never gets easier. One day, you’re picking out their outfits and cutting grapes in half, and the...
5 Reasons Moms Should Book VR Game Truck New England
When it comes to planning a memorable and hassle-free party, VR Game Truck New England delivers an experience like no other! Recently, I hosted...
The Summer Chauffeur
As a teacher, I live for summer vacation - the season of sun, relaxation, and endless possibilities. But reality hits, and I realize I’m...
Amazon Fashion Finds
As the owner of Fairfield County Mom (and Westchester County Mom), I make every effort to shop small and support our local small businesses....