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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.

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, …

Getting Stuff Done–Stop Fighting Yourself!

September 8, 2025August 31, 2015 by valplowman

Tired of the everyday battles over chores, routines, and tasks? This post shares gentle strategies to reduce resistance, create cooperation, and make life smoother for you and your family. Click …

Storing Water for Emergencies

September 8, 2025August 27, 2015 by valplowman

Woman holding a glass of water

Want to be prepared for anything? 💧This post walks you through how to store water safely for emergencies—what containers to use, how much you need, and how to keep it …

2 Year Old Index

August 5, 2019August 26, 2015 by valplowman

These are posts that I feel are most pertinent to issues you encounter with two year olds. 10 Truths About Parenting a Toddler Best Things: 2 Year Olds How To …

Best Things: 2 Year Olds

September 8, 2025August 25, 2015 by valplowman

The Best Things About Two Year Olds

Two-year-olds get a lot of flack, but oh the magic in this age! From budding independence and hilarious mis-sayings to growing imaginations and fewer diapers—see the joys that make toddlerhood …

Surviving Mosquitoes: Repelling and Treating Bites

June 3, 2024August 24, 2015 by valplowman

Child surrounded by mosquitoes

Get the tips you need to be able to repel mosquitoes and treat those itchy bites when they do happen. Tips from real moms! Oh how I loathe mosquitoes. A …

Building Good Character Traits in Ourselves

March 25, 2024August 20, 2015 by valplowman

Mom and daughter clapping hands while sitting on a bed

Get simple tips to help you develop the character traits you want to have. When you have strong character traits, your kids learn from you. What do you want to …