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valplowman

Valerie, also known as The Babywise Mom, is the mother to four children. She has been blogging on Babywise and general parenting since 2007. She has a degree in technical writing and loves using those skills to help parents be the best parents they can be! Read her book, The Babywise Mom Nap Guide, to get help on sleep from birth through the preschool years. You can also find her writing at Babywise.life, Today Parenting, and Her View From Home. Read more about Valerie and her family on the About page. Follow her on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram for more tips and helps.

Brinley Child Summary: {5 Years 8 Months}

August 10, 2020April 17, 2018 by valplowman
Five year old girl information. Five year old schedule, dealing with emotions, and homework details

Inside: Five year old girl information. Five year old schedule, dealing with emotions, and homework details.  This a summary for Brinley from 5 years 7 months to 5 years 8 …

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Categories Child Tags child summary 1 Comment

How To Plan the Perfect Family Vacation

June 26, 2024April 16, 2018 by valplowman
How to plan the perfect family vacation. Pick the perfect destination, plan everything effectively, and have a fun time making memories

Inside: How to plan the perfect family vacation. Pick the perfect destination, plan everything effectively, and have a fun time making memories. I love a family vacation. Traveling has always …

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How to Have Successful Independent Playtime for Twins

September 1, 2021April 12, 2018 by valplowman
How to get your twins to play independently each day. This is great for giving twins some time alone.

How to get your twins to play independently each day. This is great for giving twins some time alone.  Independent playtime is important for all children, but it is especially …

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McKenna Preteen Summary: 9 Years Old

March 20, 2023April 10, 2018 by valplowman
9 year old preteen girl information

This is a preteen summary for McKenna from 8.75 to 9 years old. This includes information on a nine year old girl.  EATING Eating is great. Just to illustrate how …

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Creative Ways to Choose the Perfect Baby Name

August 10, 2020April 9, 2018 by valplowman
Creative Ways to Choose the Perfect Baby Name. Ten different ways to choose the best name for your baby.

Creative Ways to Choose the Perfect Baby Name. Ten different ways to choose the best name for your baby. Choosing a name for a baby is a bit responsibility. This …

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How To Treat Upset Tummies

August 10, 2020March 30, 2018 by valplowman
How To Treat Upset Tummies

How To Treat Upset Tummies and stop your child from throwing up. Nothing zaps you out of a deep slumber faster than a child leaning over you pronouncing the need …

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How To Make Glitter Slime That Isn’t Sticky

January 8, 2026March 29, 2018 by valplowman
How To Make Glitter Slime That Isn't Sticky. This is great for birthday parties, class activities, or sensory learning activities.

How To Make Glitter Slime That Isn’t Sticky. This is great for birthday parties, class activities, or sensory learning activities.  We have been making slime for years. My kids have …

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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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