Managing Separation Anxiety
Saying goodbye can be challenging, especially for young children who are in the early stages of learning to separate from their parents. This abrupt change from the flexible baby who would snuggle up in the arms of any adult to a child demonstrating signs of...
Tween Tips Part 1: Making Emotional Connections
Forging a strong relationship with your children while they are in their tween years (specifically, 9 to 12 years old) can help you all better weather the teenage years and beyond. But connecting with your tween can sometimes feel like a tall task. A new book from...
MEET AN ARTIST: Tara Blackwell
Meet local artist Tara Blackwell of BWell Studios located in Norwalk. This local mom, who was born and raised in the area, grew up in a household of artists. After majoring in advertising, she became interested in pop culture and symbolism. Some...
Keep Moms Moving! 5 Common Orthopedic Conditions We See and How to Manage Them
At OrthoConnecticut Coastal Orthopedics, we’ve seen first-hand what a toll motherhood can take on your body. As Mother’s Day approaches, we want to extend our appreciation for all the hard work you do in the best way we know how — offering some quick tips on the most common orthopedic conditions we see in moms, including how you can prevent and treat them. From the new moms, the veteran moms, the active moms, and every mom in between, we appreciate you!
MEET A MOM: Ariane Triay of La French Goose
Meet Ariane Triay, a local mom and the interior designer behind La French Goose in New Canaan. As a designer, she considers herself “a godmother for your house that you never knew you needed.” Learn more about Ariane and some of her favorite design tricks.