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NEINH: How Pre-Concussion Screening Can Help With Concussion Treatment
Did you know that there is a screening that can be done before a concussion to help doctors in the event your child suffers an injury? The New England Institute for Neurology and Headache can do baseline testing to get a clear outline of a child’s abilities and skill sets prior to a brain injury. Then, in the event of an injury, before and after results of the same test can be used to help with things like treatment plans, prognosis and potential academic accommodations. Read more about the testing, here!
Spotlight on Social Skills Groups
by Caryn McAllister, PT, DPT / President & CEO of High Quality Home TherapyDoes your child struggle in social situations? Or have difficulty making and maintaining friendships, communicating with peers or even reading social cues accurately? Perhaps she/he might...
Cloud Storage vs Local Storage
We have all gotten that message that says we’re running out of storage, but it can be frustrating to figure out how and why this is happening. See the break down below on how to check and manage your storage! Cloud storage Cloud storage is a server farm,...
Why is Fairfield going PINK?
The Norma Pfriem Breast Center has helped women in our community fight breast cancer since 1999. The money raised for the Breast Center ensures all women receive exceptional and compassionate care, regardless of their ability to pay. The Breast Center not only...
It’s Back!! Newtown MediSpa’s Botox 100 Club!
The following post is written by Debra Sullivan, PA-C and Owner of Newtown MediSpa. In 2012, Debra opened Newtown MediSpa offering a new concept in wellness that combines beauty, wellness, and pampering. Today, with locations in both Newtown &...
5 Things City Families Don’t Think About When Exploring the Suburbs (But Should…) from the experts at Suburban Jungle
Great schools, big backyards, cool community—they’re important, but they don’t tell a suburb's whole story We get it—you’re ready to leave the city for the suburbs and you’ve narrowed down your list of essentials. The town you’ll call “home” needs to have...
Halloween Events Around Town!
The chill is in the air and Halloween is right around the corner! We've put together a list Halloween events that are happening in and around Fairfield - family friendly & frighteningly scary!
Local Photographers in CT!
In the blink of eye, your family is changing. Your children are growing up, life events are happening, and what better way to remember these beautiful moments with your loved ones than with timeless photographs. To capture these fleeting moments is...
Meet Casey Georgeson, founder of SAINT JANE Beauty
“SAINT JANE aspires to help women become their best through thoughtfully sourced, performance-driven formulations,” says the California-based mom of three girls.
Oktoberfest in Connecticut
Enjoy the fun and festivities of Oktoberfest 2021 - no travel passports needed!! Traditionally a beer festival that runs from September 17th - October 3rd, it is also known for celebrating German culture, food, and entertainment. FairfieldMoms has rounded up...
Coastal Orthopedics – What to look out for from playground injuries
While summer may be winding down, that doesn’t mean outdoor activities are ending anytime soon! That means monkey bars, swimming pools, trampolines, skateboards and more. While these activities are loads of fun, they are also a common place for our kiddos to get hurt. Here are some classic playground injuries so you can know what to look out for in case your child takes a tumble.
JuJuBe: What to Know About These Stylish & Functional Bags!
This back-to-school season, our moms are turning to JuJuBe for backpacks, totes, lunch bags and more!
NEINH: Concussion Prevention & Treatment in Children
With back to school activities and sports in our near future, we all want to keep our kids healthy and safe. So, we turned to Dr. Kate Mullin with the New England Institute for Neurology and Headache to find out what you need to know when it comes to preventing and treating concussions
Oils 101: Young Living Event!
FairfieldMoms Oils 101: Young Living Event! Come learn more about Young Living, their Seed to Seal promise and why we love these essential oils so much for ourselves and for our families! During the class, we will be making two essential oil items for...
Yale New Haven – Pediatric Minute Video Series!
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Meet our new secret weapon for dry, brittle nails – the SI-Nails pen from ISDIN!
As moms, life can be pretty rough on our nails. Between wrangling (and cleaning up after) kids, scrubbing dishes and constantly washing our hands, our nails go through a lot on a typical day. Not to mention the effects that other factors like hormones,...
How To Monitor What Apps You’re Subscribed To!
Netflix, Hulu, Spotify, Apple Music, Calm, LinkedIn – the list goes on and on and the next thing you know, you’re subscribed to all of these “free” apps either on a weekly, monthly or yearly basis. Luckily, Genius On The Go has a few easy steps to help you check what you’re subscribed to and mange your subscriptions.
Tips for Gardening – from the experts at Rehab Associates!
Gardening is an enjoyable hobby and it is a great form of physical activity – it can improve your overall strength, endurance, flexibility and can clear your mind from life’s daily stress. It’s important to keep your body conditioned, practice healthy habits, and follow these simple ergonomic tips while you’re out working on your yard – read more here!
What would you do with MORE energy? This summer, find out by trying our new secret mom weapon – Evolve Footwear!
Running after kids in the summer—from toddlers to teens—we are constantly looking for go-to shoes that are as comfortable as they are stylish. That’s why we’re loving the new Evolve Footwear line, which has patented energy return technology (in short, a responsive footbed to give you a mini energy boost with each step!).
4 Commons Myths About CBD, Debunked
Founders Dawn Fable and Torrey Benson are passionate about encouraging women to “take a moment and press pause,” by utilizing their organic, CBD-infused products, which includes creams, teas, capsules and more. Not sure exactly what CBD might help with—or what it’s effects may be? We reached out to Dawn and Torrey to clarify some common myths of CBD, below.