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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.

Brinley Toddler Summary: 34 Months Old

July 12, 2025June 9, 2015 by valplowman

Brinly laying in the grass

34 month old toddler schedule and routine. Toddler schedule for 34 months old – get a toddler routine and learn about daily life. Learn about moving from a crib to …

Reading Aloud to Preschoolers

July 14, 2025June 4, 2015 by valplowman

Kaitlyn reading on a bench

Snuggling up with your preschooler? 📚 This post shares fun tips to make reading magical—boosting language, imagination, and connection. Learn how to pick books, set routines, and spark joy in …

Teaching the Gospel in Your Home

March 22, 2024June 3, 2015 by valplowman

10 important steps for teaching the gospel to your children in your home. These are all very simple but very powerful. If you are a religious person, chances are good …

Brayden Preteen Summary: 10 Years Old

July 7, 2025June 2, 2015 by valplowman

Brayden and his friends at the race

10 year old boy life and daily schedule. Learn about this child’s daily schedule and how to handle things that come up with 10 year olds. Learn about being a …

What to Do When Discipline is Not Working

March 22, 2024June 1, 2015 by valplowman

Mom correcting her child

Sometimes you have tried all you can think to try and you still are getting nowhere with your child. You need to correct your child and teach her to obey, …

How to Make Reading to Toddlers Enjoyable and Effective

July 28, 2025May 28, 2015 by valplowman

McKenna closely reading a book

Want to make storytime more meaningful with your toddler? Discover helpful tips, book ideas, and strategies to build attention span and foster a love for reading from the start. Read …

Brinley Toddler Summary: 33.5 Months Old

June 9, 2025May 27, 2015 by valplowman

Brinley in her big girl bed

33.5 month old toddler schedule and routine. Toddler schedule for 33.5 months old – get a toddler routine and learn about daily life. Learn about toddler moving from a crib …