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Month: March 2020

How To Successfully Do “On Becoming Babywise”

November 9, 2022March 31, 2020 by valplowman
Newborn baby sleeping

A full step-by-step guide written by the Babywise Mom. How to use the Babywise method to get baby sleeping. Follow these 9 steps to be successful! When you first read …

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Categories Babywise Tags babywise book one, On Becoming Babywise 6 Comments

Fun Card Games for the Whole Family

January 16, 2023March 30, 2020 by valplowman
A bunch of different card games in a pile

25 card games to play with your family. You will be able to find a fun card game for any budget on this list! Find card games ranging from $5-25. …

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Categories Family Tags games 2 Comments

Child-Proofing vs. House-Proofing

August 15, 2022March 25, 2020 by valplowman
Baby reaching for a drawer

Figure out when to babyproof, or childproof, your space and when to houseproof your little one. Some things need to be done, but not all things. We parents all want …

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Categories Moral Training Tags baby-proofing, child-proofing 16 Comments

6 Things to Know About Raising a Highly Sensitive Child

March 24, 2020 by valplowman
Mom reassuring her upset child

What parents need to know about raising a highly sensitive child. What traits to expect and why anger might not be something to discipline for. by Caitlin Rogers I have …

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Categories Parenting Tags emotions, Guest Post 2 Comments

How To Start Independent Playtime Late

March 16, 2021March 23, 2020 by valplowman
Child happily playing alone

Find helpful tips on how to start independent playtime with your child no matter the age of your child. Know how to set things up, when to do it, and …

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Categories Wake Time Tags independent playtime 22 Comments

Baby Sleep Cues and How to Get it Right for Your Baby

November 14, 2022March 18, 2020 by valplowman
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Sleep Cues from the Babywise Mom, Baby Whisperer, and Healthy Sleep Habits. Sleepy cues that tell you your little one is tired, signs your baby is overtired, and how to …

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Categories Sleep Tags Baby Whisperer, hogg, nap cues, sleep cues 2 Comments

Things To Do With Your Kids When You Are Stuck Home

March 16, 2020 by valplowman
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How to structure your day when you are stuck at home with your kiddos. Activity ideas and schedule ideas to get through your days. There are many times in life …

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Categories Parenting Tags Family Activities, indoor play, learning activities 2 Comments
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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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