Tag: motherhood
New Year, Old Me
It's a brand new year, which means that everyone will be making New Year's Resolutions to lose weight, meditate more, show more gratitude, pay...
How To Stop Apologizing for Your Child’s Temperament
My daughter is eight months old. She’s adventurous, curious, and always on the move. She has a strong personality, and she will let you...
The Holiday Break Bubble
I’ve been living in a holiday break bubble since December 17. The day when my twins’ preschool ended for the year, and my first...
Fairfield County Mom’s Top 10 Posts of 2021
As a collaborative blog written by and for local moms, our primary focus is delivering valuable content to YOU, our mommy readers. This year our...
Toddlers are Tough…But They’re Right About a Few Things
Terrible Twos. Threenagers. Toddlers have a pretty bad rap.
And I get it! I’ve lived through three of them already, and my fourth child (who...
Intentionally Preparing your Heart and Home for the Holidays
We have officially entered a season known for being hectic and crazy. We sing songs about it being “the most wonderful time of the...
Meet Jackie: Finding Balance in Motherhood
Hi, my name is Jackie Nastri Bardenwerper, and I am so excited to be a new contributor for Fairfield County Mom. I live in...
Weight Loss Surgery Made Me A Better Mom
I had weight loss surgery (gastric bypass) in July 2020 and have lost 170 lbs from my highest weight.
I wanted to do this for...
When I Catch Myself Wondering about You
Sometimes I catch myself wondering about your future self.
I wonder if you will have crushes on or date any of the children who’ve...
How to Parent Confidently When You’re Doing It on Your Own
“You should put something on her feet, no?”
“You’re not giving her eggs already, are you?”
“My son’s pediatrician said…”
These are just a few of the...