Fairfield County Mom

The weather is slowly getting warmer, the days a little longer, and there's a hint of spring in the air. Finally! This time of year, cravings shift from stews and warm pasta dishes to fresh fruits and veggies, grilled...

I love gardening. By the end of February, I will absolutely yearn to spend my evenings in the garden, tending to plants. It’s done wonders for my mental health, and I consider it my happy place. Sometimes, life gets busy....

There are many opinions on whether children should be responsible for packing their lunches for school. I’ve had quite a few conversations on this topic with fellow moms. The truth is, my children are teenagers, and I pack all...

Do you have a budding thespian in your house? Are you looking to add something new to your kid’s growing roster of activities? Fairfield County has several acting and musical theatre programs for young kids. Most programs culminate with...

The news of Kate Middleton’s video about her cancer treatment is the ultimate reminder that you never know what someone else is going through. You can guess, speculate, gossip about it, and you just never know. And how often, especially...

Peace has been something that has been missing from my life for years. At first, I thought it was just a result of all the unhappiness and drama in my life over the past two years. I ultimately concluded that...

International Women’s Day aligned perfectly with Fairfield County Mom’s favorite night out with NaturalAnnie Essentials candle-making experience. One step into their island-inspired warehouse is guaranteed to naturally boost your spirit! The bright and airy space that Annie has hand-crafted is...

Catching your child before they fall begins with the toddler age when they are just learning how to walk. The baby gates are up, the sharp edges of furniture removed, and the slippery floors are cured by no-slip socks. We...

When someone asks me what my favorite food is, they are usually surprised by my answer: Sweet potatoes. It sounds random, but since I’ve systematically been reducing the amount of animal products I consume (mainly meat), I’ve become a...

Siblings fight. That’s just what they do. When put in close quarters, they fight for attention, to be heard at the dinner table, and to get their way. They argue over taking turns, sharing toys, and sharing space. There is...