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Month: September 2015

When One Child is Harder Than the Other(s)

June 17, 2024September 15, 2015 by valplowman

Get tips to help you to parent a hard child, especially when one child is significantly hard to parent than your other kids. You know the terms. “Spirited.” “Strong-willed.” “Difficult.” …

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Categories Parenting, Siblings, Strong-Willed 2 Comments

How Independent Playtime Saved Our Homeschool

December 18, 2023September 10, 2015 by valplowman
Girl playing with toys in her room

Independent playtime is a great tool to use to help with your homeschool. This tool can help you have success with homeschooling. What is Independent Playtime? Beginning at birth, I …

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Categories Play Time, Schooling Tags BFBN, Guest Post, homeschooling, independent playtime Leave a comment

Brinley Preschooler Summary: 37 Months Old

September 22, 2025September 8, 2015 by valplowman
Brinley with a birthday cake

Brinley’s 37-month update! 🤗 From returning naps and swim lessons to potty training drama and dance class joys, this post walks through her daily routine, favorite moments, and what life …

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Categories Potty Training, Preschooler Tags preschooler summary 1 Comment

Figuring Out What is Essential (free printable)

October 6, 2025September 4, 2015 by valplowman
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Life can feel overwhelming when everything seems urgent. This post offers a simple framework to help you prioritize what truly matters—so you can focus on the essentials and let go …

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Categories Motherhood, Organizing Tags time management Leave a comment

Only a Few Things Are Essential

October 6, 2025September 2, 2015 by valplowman
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Life is full of “good” things—but are they all necessary? This post invites you to sort through your busy schedule and focus on what truly matters. Learn how to cut …

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Categories Motherhood, Organizing Tags productivity, time management 2 Comments

Brayden Preteen Summary: 10.25 Years Old

September 22, 2025September 1, 2015 by valplowman
Brayden at the lake

Brayden just turned 10¼ and this post gives a sweet snapshot of what he’s up to — from the meals he loves, to sleep habits, favorite books, summer sports wins, …

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Valerie Plowman

Valerie Plowman, known as "the Babywise Mom", is the happy mother of four children. She has been helping parents with their parenting concerns since 2007 and loves helping others absolutely love being a parent.

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