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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.

Favorite Toys: Great Christmas Gift Ideas

November 21, 2023October 12, 2015 by valplowman
Favorite Toys: Great Christmas Gift Ideas. Great gift ideas to get for your children for Christmas.

Favorite Toys: Great Christmas Gift Ideas. Great gift ideas to get for your children for Christmas. Christmas is coming!!! I love Christmas. I am a major non-procrastinator when it comes …

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Helping Children Cope With Emotional “Tough Stuff”

October 20, 2025October 8, 2015 by valplowman
Girl squatted down who is sad

Kids will face emotional “tough stuff” — and it’s our job to guide them, not just protect them. In our latest post at Babywise Mom, we explore gentle, faith-based ways …

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Childhood of the Past Was Not Perfect

October 13, 2025October 7, 2015 by valplowman
Child walking along a wood fence

Ever feel like people only remember all the “good old days”? This post challenges that myth. Let’s look at childhood past and present—seeing what actually improved, what we once missed, …

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McKenna Child Summary: 6.5 Years Old

August 12, 2024October 6, 2015 by valplowman
McKenna playing the position of keeper during a soccer game

Daily routine for this 6.5 old who has been raised on Babywise. Find out what daily life was like and a schedule to follow. Find out about growth spurts for …

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Choose the Right Time of Day for Activities and Lessons

October 13, 2025October 5, 2015 by valplowman
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Overwhelmed by all the activity options? This post helps you choose wisely: how to match lessons, sports, and hobbies with your child’s interests, energy, and family rhythm—so your days feel …

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A Parent’s Guide to Gifted Children

October 13, 2025October 1, 2015 by valplowman
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Parenting a gifted child comes with unique joys and challenges. This post shares a book recommendation that covers everything from perfectionism to peer relationships—helping you understand, support, and encourage your …

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Avoiding Debt Tips for Families

October 6, 2025September 30, 2015 by valplowman
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Money tight? This post walks through wise ways to spend less than you make, cut unnecessary expenses, and build savings — so life feels lighter, not burdened by debt. We …

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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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