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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.

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Brrr! This winter has been crazy with it's ups and downs in temperature. The month of February has been particularly cold; we actually hit temperatures well into the negatives. (Remember Valentine's Day weekend? It felt like -22 degrees at 8am!)....
If you had told me a year ago that the newest fad would be adult coloring, I would have laughed at you. I mean, really? Like so many critics of the movement, I would have called this activity childish...
  A Reluctant Ode To The Rock N Play In the beginning, I resisted to buy. Your gaudy design Was not keen to the eye. But all of the girls said it was a "top 5." A must-have for sleep, and to keep mom alive. So...
I have to admit that my daughter's closet wasn't always so organized. In fact, there were times when it became a "catch all" of just about everything she owned. Clutter and mess makes me pretty stressed out, but with...
"What was that?!" "Are you okay?" "What broke?" These are questions my husband asks me on a daily basis. I am so incredibly clumsy during my second pregnancy. I'm literally becoming a bull in a china shop. After blaming my clumsiness on being pregnant and...
New moms LOVE when their friends and family bring food. We can all relate to that. But do you ever stress over what to bring? I’ll admit I overthink it sometimes. When I had my son, my younger sister...
So it's a new year and a new you, right? As far as I'm concerned, I'll always be me, but hey, there's always room for improvement with food...unless you are Giselle and have a private chef....yup, still just me...
My dad died tragically and unexpectedly just before my twenty-first birthday. We were very close and his absence became even more painful when I entered motherhood. I will forever daydream about how much he would have enjoyed being a...

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