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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.

Private Interviews with Children

May 16, 2019May 20, 2015 by valplowman

  Each week, we set aside one night that is our family night. We call this Family Home Evening. This year, we have started a new tradition. The first week of …

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Categories Child, Fatherhood, Parenting, Preteen, Teens Tags family relationships Leave a comment

How to Keep Track of Life as a Mom

November 27, 2023May 19, 2015 by valplowman
Mom checking her watch in panic

Get simple tips for how to keep track of things as a busy mom so you stop forgetting! With each child that we have had, I have felt a chunk …

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Categories Schedule Tips, Siblings Tags family dynamics 2 Comments

Surviving Eczema with Kids

June 9, 2025May 18, 2015 by valplowman
Eczema on baby face

Get the tips you need to help your baby, toddler, or child with eczema on their skin. Learn what products really work! Eczema is truly heartbreaking. Your poor child has …

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Categories Baby, Pretoddler, Toddler Tags eczema, medical issues, Surviving 3 Comments

Brinley Toddler Summary: 33 Months Old

June 9, 2025May 13, 2015 by valplowman
33 Month Old Brinley

33 month old toddler schedule and routine. Toddler schedule for 33 months old – get a toddler routine and learn about daily life. Learn about toddler sleep issues, snack issues, …

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Categories Toddler Tags toddler summary 5 Comments

Summer Planning and Preparation Tips for Moms

June 3, 2024May 11, 2015 by valplowman
Mom with her kids in the summer

Get the tips you need to be able to plan for and prepare for your summer break from school! Avoid summer setback, set up a solid schedule or routine, sign …

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Categories Summer 2 Comments

Growing Zucchini {Watch My Garden Grow Series}

May 5, 2025May 6, 2015 by valplowman

Get all of the tips you need to grow zucchini in your own garden at home. Know when to plant and when to harvest. Get delicious fresh food right at …

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Colorful and Creative Artist Party Ideas for Kids

April 28, 2025April 30, 2015 by valplowman
Canvas painted

Celebrate your child’s birthday with a fun and memorable artist-themed party! See how we hosted an art birthday party with painting, cupcake decorating, outdoor games, and creative DIY decorations. Get …

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Categories Birthdays Tags party ideas 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.

Babywise Mom Nap Guide

Schedules and Sleep

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    How To Keep Sleep Consistent When Days are Longer

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