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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.

How to Handle Halloween Candy Without Losing Your Mind (or Your Routine)

September 16, 2026 by valplowman
Girl eating Halloween candy

A Babywise Mom’s plan for managing the Halloween candy haul- portioning, the candy fairy, trading, self-regulation, and protecting sleep. Halloween night ends, the porch light goes off, and somewhere in …

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Categories Holidays Tags Halloween, snacks Leave a comment

15 Must-Own Picture Books

September 15, 2026September 15, 2026 by valplowman
15 must own picture books

Trying to build a picture book collection that lasts? Here are 15 must-own titles worth buying (not just borrowing) — the ones little ones return to over and over. Some …

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Categories Book Lists, Child, Preschooler Tags children's books 1 Comment

How the Fall Time Change Affects Your Baby’s Sleep

September 14, 2026 by valplowman
Baby lying in bed side-eyeing a clock

…and how to prepare Worried about how the fall time change will affect your baby’s sleep schedule? Learn how to prepare ahead of time, minimize early wake-ups, and smoothly adjust …

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Fall Learning Activities Your Kids Will Love

September 10, 2026September 10, 2026 by valplowman
Fall Learning Activities Your Kids Will Love. Five quick and simple activities to do with your children this fall.

Five easy fall learning activities using apples and leaves–perfect for building math, fine motor, and creative skills at home. No fancy supplies needed, just a fun way to make the …

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Newborn Parent Sleep Deprivation: Strategies That Actually Help

October 1, 2026September 9, 2026 by valplowman
Tired mom laying on the bed with her newborn on her chest

Newborn sleep deprivation is brutal. Here’s how to build a rhythm that helps baby sleep better AND protect the sleep you desperately need in the meantime. If you’re reading this …

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The Ultimate Nursery Checklist: What You Really Need for Baby’s Room

September 8, 2026September 8, 2026 by valplowman
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Wondering what you actually need for the nursery vs what is just cute? Here is my honest, budget-friendly baby registry checklist. These items are all great for your newborn to …

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Navigating Friendship Drama in the Middle School Years

September 2, 2026 by valplowman
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Middle school friendships can be wonderful–and complicated. Learn how to help your child navigate friendship drama, handle conflict, set healthy boundaries, recognize good friendships, and build confidence to walk away …

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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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Schedules and Sleep

  • Sleep-Friendly Halloween: Keeping Bedtime on Track with Late Nights

    Sleep-Friendly Halloween: Keeping Bedtime on Track with Late Nights

  • Newborn Parent Sleep Deprivation: Strategies That Actually Help

    Newborn Parent Sleep Deprivation: Strategies That Actually Help

  • How to Transition Away From a Sound Machine

    How to Transition Away From a Sound Machine

  • Sleep Hierarchy for Babies 3-6 Months

    Sleep Hierarchy for Babies 3-6 Months

  • Protecting Kids’ Sleep During Summer Travel

    Protecting Kids’ Sleep During Summer Travel

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