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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.

Feed Me Friday: Beef Stew

April 28, 2025April 17, 2015 by valplowman

Beef Stew

This stew is simple but when cooked correctly is amazing. It takes a long time for this to cook, so start it right after you eat lunch if you want …

Positive Discipline Tips for Parents

March 4, 2024April 16, 2015 by valplowman

mom sitting on a wood porch talking to her son on her lap

Get the tips you need to be able to practice positive discipline with your kids. Discipline does not need to be angry or confrontational. Discipline doesn’t need to be mean, …

Marriage: “Just Hang In There”

April 28, 2025April 15, 2015 by valplowman

married couple looking at each other

Marriage: “Just Hang In There”. Marriage advice from a couple married for 70 years. Life isn’t always easy and perfect. You often have to just hang on. Shortly before my …

Brinley Toddler Summary: 32 Months Old

November 25, 2024April 14, 2015 by valplowman

32 month old Brinley getting her nails painted

32 month old toddler schedule and routine. Toddler schedule for 32 months old – get a toddler routine and learn about daily life. Learn about toddler sleep and nap times, …

Accepting and Loving Your Postpartum Body

April 14, 2025April 9, 2015 by valplowman

Mom doing exercise with her baby

Honest, heartfelt reflections on accepting your post-baby body from Emily Parker. Real talk, practical tips, and encouragement for moms navigating postpartum changes with grace and patience. A big thanks to …

Judging the Moms Not “Properly” Dressed at School Drop-Off

April 14, 2025April 8, 2015 by valplowman

Mom dropping child off at school

One mom reflects on the social pressure to look “put together” during school drop-off and why we need to stop judging other mothers. A heartfelt defense of the many reasons …

McKenna Child Summary: 6 Years Old

August 5, 2024April 7, 2015 by valplowman

McKenna at the ballet

Daily routine for this 6-year-old old who has been raised on Babywise. Find out what daily life was like and a schedule to follow. Find out about 6 year old …