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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.

To all those grocery store on-lookers who told me, "I must have my hands full," well, they were right. To those people at the playground who told me to, "Enjoy every moment" because, "time does fly," well yes, you...
Most people who know me would consider me a social butterfly. I'm a joiner and I like to attend every event to which I'm invited, lest I suffer from FOMO. When I had my daughter I threw myself full force into...
We all have bad habits. Hey, it happens. One of my bad habits is being negative, so before I kick off by saying what I do wrong, I want to say that I also have a lot of GREAT...
I am no expert on parenting, I am feeling this whole process out as I go. Regardless, I have two pieces of advice that I offer to every expecting mom out there: 1. Trust your instincts, as they will guide...
Have you ever been curious about how focus groups work? I have always wanted to do a focus group, and recently I had the chance to work with our newest partner, RazorFocus. Located in downtown Stamford, RazorFocus is owned by two previous marketing and...
Nothing like raising eyebrows everywhere you go... There’s definitely an art to bringing a LO out to eat at a restaurant. In the very beginning when they’re newborns, it’s a piece of cake. They mostly sleep the entire time (if...
These days, there are thousands of options available for cleaning your home. Some are staples that have been around since our grandmothers were raising our parents; others have recently appeared on the market. It can be terribly intimidating to decide...
My life before children was very different. I was very lonely when my husband and I moved to Connecticut seven years ago - no friends or family nearby. I ended up creating a women's group on Meetup.com for women...
My son Ben is finishing up kindergarten in a few short weeks and I am so impressed with how much he has grown and learned in just a year. One of his favorite new things that came out of this...
Motherhood forces gently nudges you to simplify absolutely everything in your life. This is true whether you’re a working mom or SAHM (I’ve been both). The time slot to dress yourself in the morning evaporates grows instantly narrower. Not to...

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