Mom Life - New Canaan & Darien Moms

Got a Non-Sporty Kid? Here’s What Parents Should Know

Sports are amazing for kids, and the benefits include so much more than mere fun. They help children socialize naturally, get exercise, teach teamwork and resilience, and build community. But if your kid isn’t sporty, it can feel like they’re missing out on all of...

What to Say When…Your Child Says “I Hate Myself”

Knowing what say in the moment while parenting can be really tough. From the time kids are young toddlers and trying to push your buttons, to bigger kids with bigger problems, we all want to say and do the right thing. In her new column “What to Say When…”, clinical...

Daycare or Nanny? How to Choose for Your Family

Daycare or nanny? It’s one of the most common decisions and the first of many tough ones you’ll make as a mom. For some families, scheduling, budget or number of kids makes the choice more obvious, and for others, they may pivot as their kids grow and lives change. To...

Traveling with Kids: Tips to Survive—and Thrive!

Traveling with kids has been called a business trip, and for good reason. While a change of scenery is always nice, you’re still parenting—breaking up fights, encouraging picky eaters and dealing with rough bedtimes included. But trust us—staying home for spring break...

The Introvert Mom Survival Guide: 5 Sanity-Saving Tips

Anyone else feel compelled to be a much more social person since becoming a mom? Well, if you’re looking for friends, there are certainly few better ways to find them than having kids. From baby and toddler classes to kindergarten and beyond, opportunities to meet new...

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