Mom Club with Jasmine Corwin
Jasmine Corwin with her daughters Lila (13), Quinn (11), and Elsie (9). (Photo credit: Jasmine Corwin)
Jasmine Corwin has lived most of her life on the North Fork. She grew up in Mattituck and now lives in Aquebogue, raising her three daughters, Lila (13), Quinn (11), and Elsie (9) on their family’s century-old duck farm. While she considers herself a stay-at-home mom, Jasmine joked, “These days, I’m also the unofficial Uber driver for all three of them.”
Read on as Jasmine shares mothering on the North Fork in our monthly Mom Club, a Q&A with local North Fork moms. There, she’ll tug at your momma heart-strings, talk about “the land of lasts”, nod at resilience, and remind us all just how lucky we are to mother on the North Fork.
Q: Describe your parenting style in three words:
Jasmine: Nurturing, learning, understanding.
Q: What is your favorite thing about motherhood?
Jasmine: My favorite thing about motherhood is watching my girls grow into such amazing humans. Experiencing life through their eyes and creating lasting memories with them is incredibly special.
Q: What is your least favorite thing about motherhood?
Jasmine: Now that my girls are getting older, we’ve entered the ‘land of lasts.’ I didn’t fully understand what that meant when I was told about it years ago, but I do now. The last time my oldest asked me to pick her up, the last time she crawled into my bed, the last time she needed help getting ready for school — those moments sneak up on you, and I wish I could slow it all down.
Q: Would you change anything about motherhood? Tell us.
Jasmine: I wouldn’t change anything. Raising my oldest on the North Fork was a very different experience compared to now, but it’s been wonderful seeing our community embrace it and build their own villages of support. I was so lucky to find my amazing village of moms.
Q: In your opinion, what makes raising children on the North Fork unique?
Jasmine: What makes this place so unique is that everything we need is right here. Whether it's going to a play, bowling, hiking a nature trail, or hitting the beach, it’s all just a stone’s throw away. We’re lucky to live in such a beautiful place with so many activities and to be part of a community that offers so many ways to raise our kids together.
Q: What role does nature play in raising your children?
Jasmine: Nature plays a huge role in our family life. When they’re not at cheer practice, you’ll find my girls outdoors — riding bikes, drawing on the driveway, or exploring the farm. We’re fortunate to have over 140 acres to roam, full of wildlife and endless adventures.
Q: What's your favorite recent thing that you've done with your children on the North Fork?
Jasmine: One of our most special recent experiences was bringing home the last batch of ducklings from local farms after being in quarantine. It was such a meaningful moment for us to reconnect with the farm’s history and watch our family’s generational duck farm begin to thrive again.
Q: What's your children's favorite thing you've recently done together on the North Fork?
Jasmine: The girls’ favorite recent outing was grabbing ice cream from Patty’s Berries on our way to First Fridays on Love Lane. Their music teacher’s band, GUNK, was playing, which made the event extra special. They loved all the local food and treats, and of course, seeing friends and enjoying the community vibe. We’re a big parade and festival family, so this time of year is especially fun for us!
Q: What is one thing every child should experience on the North Fork?
Jasmine: The summer library passport program is a must! It’s a fun way to explore different libraries, towns, parks, beaches, and local restaurants that we might not usually visit. It really opened our eyes to how much there is to do right in our own backyard.
Q: Mothering lasts long after we’re gone — what are some things that you hope your children carry with them forever?
Jasmine: I hope they always remember to be kind — both to others and to themselves. I want them to cherish the present, make memories, and focus on mental health. It’s something we really emphasize in our house, and I hope they continue to nurture it in themselves and their loved ones. I also want them to be empathetic, not afraid to ask for help, and to understand that failure is simply part of the journey toward progress.