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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.

Intentional Home Decorating to Teach Children

November 18, 2024November 20, 2014 by valplowman

Mom sitting at the table with her kids

The things we do in our home can teach our children. That includes decorating! There are things you can do with your decorating to teach your kids valuable lessons. For …

Pizza Cutter Tip {Meal Time Life Hack}

December 29, 2023November 18, 2014 by valplowman

Tip to make feeding pancakes to kids so much easier. Use this mom hack to make mealtime smoother and easier to manage. I have to share a tip with you …

Preparing Your Children for a New Baby

November 18, 2024November 13, 2014 by valplowman

older sibling with baby

Get 7 tips to help you prepare your older kiddos for a new baby sibling to arrive in your home. This can help make that transition easier. You can check …

Brinley Toddler Summary: 27 Months Old

October 29, 2024November 11, 2014 by valplowman

Brinley and Kaitlyn sitting in a plane on a ride at an amusement park

27 month old toddler schedule and routine. Toddler schedule for 27 months old – get a toddler routine and learn about daily life. Learn about dressing your toddler for sleep, …

NIGHTMARES IN KIDS: Causes and Solutions

October 16, 2024November 6, 2014 by valplowman

Child cuddled in blanket with stuffed animal by the head

Learn the causes of nightmares in kids and get ideas for solutions to comfort them and help them stop having nightmares. Holly Easterby adores her family and wants to help …

Being Thankful for Our Problems

October 21, 2024November 5, 2014 by valplowman

Pumpkin with a book open that says "Practice Gratitude"

What if we are grateful not just for all of the good in our lives, but what if we find ways to be grateful for our PROBLEMS? Will that change …

Managing Young Kids at Older Sibling’s Events

November 11, 2024November 4, 2014 by valplowman

Get 11 tips to manage your young kids at their older siblings’ events. Whether it is a soccer game or a piano recital, you need that little one to stay …