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Month: December 2015

When YOU Can’t Sleep as a Mom

December 8, 2025December 15, 2015 by valplowman
Woman sleeping with sleep mask

Struggling with sleepless nights? 🌙 This post shares gentle tips and calming habits to help you drift off when sleep won’t come — from nighttime routines to mindful practices for …

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Categories Motherhood, Sleep 5 Comments

How I Lose Weight

December 8, 2025December 14, 2015 by valplowman

Looking to shed post-baby weight? 💪 This post shares my real, practical journey — from smart habits and meal tweaks to steady routines and realistic goals. No quick fixes — …

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Categories Motherhood Tags exercise 1 Comment

Feed Me Friday: Very Simple Fudge

December 8, 2025December 11, 2015 by valplowman
Pile of fudge

Got a sweet tooth? 🍫 This post shares an easy, no-fuss fudge recipe — perfect for holiday treats, cozy family moments, or quick homemade gifts. Simple ingredients, quick steps — …

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Making the Most of Your Kids Schedule: How To Get Things Done

December 4, 2023December 10, 2015 by valplowman
Mom doing chores with kids

Get tips for how to get things done as a mom. Get tips for how to work around your kids’ day so you can get things done. By Carrie Wiley …

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Brinley Preschooler Summary: 40 Months Old

December 1, 2025December 8, 2015 by valplowman
Brinley playing in a blow up toy

Peek behind the curtain of real preschooler life in this update from 39–40 months! 🧸 From potty-training naps and morning routines to swim lessons, the family fun at a Nutcracker …

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Super Baby Food Cookbook {Giveaway!}

January 15, 2024December 4, 2015 by valplowman
Super Baby Food Book

This is a sponsored post. I received this book for free to review it in exchange for this product. This post contains affiliate links. I have talked about the book …

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Categories Eat, Product Reviews Tags giveaway, super baby food 8 Comments

Brayden Summary: 10.5 Years Old

November 24, 2025December 1, 2015 by valplowman
Our family in Chicago

Curious how to support your growing preteen? In this post, I break down Brayden’s development at age 10.5—with insights on school, friendships, emotional growth, and sleep. Learn what’s typical and …

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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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