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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.

A real mom’s experience with postpartum depression

May 27, 2024May 13, 2014 by valplowman
Sad woman next to a crib with a baby in it

Postpartum depression is a hard thing for moms to deal with. Read this real mom’s story and experiences and advice. I am excited for this guest post today. This is …

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Categories Motherhood Tags depression, postpartum 2 Comments

How to Use Vinegar in Laundry

May 20, 2024May 12, 2014 by valplowman
dryer with a basket on the ground next to it

There are great uses for vinegar in laundry. You can prevent color fading, soften fabric, clean the washing machine, whiten clothes, fight stains, and deodorize clothes. Not too long ago, …

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Categories Cleaning Tags laundry 7 Comments

How to Manage Performance Nerves

May 20, 2024May 8, 2014 by valplowman
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Get 9 tips to help you or your child overcome performance nerves. It can be scary to perform. These tips can help you relax and perform well. A little over …

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Watch My Garden Grow: May 2014 Journal

May 20, 2024May 7, 2014 by valplowman
Garden in May

Watch My Garden Grow: May 2014 Journal {Peas, Spinach, Lettuce, Carrots, and Onions} Here is a garden update on items growing in my garden as of early May 2014. I …

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Brinley Toddler Summary {21 Months Old}

May 20, 2024May 6, 2014 by valplowman
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21 month old toddler schedule and routine. Toddler schedule for 20.5-21 months old – get a toddler routine and learn about daily life. Learn about toddler teething and how it …

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Categories Toddler Tags teething, toddler summary 1 Comment

My Most Influential Teacher

May 20, 2024May 5, 2014 by valplowman
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Teachers have an amazing impact on their students and can really change the trajectory of your life. Teachers are amazing! The first week of May is traditionally “Teacher Appreciation Week” …

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The Most Delicious Sauteed Brussels Sprouts Recipe

May 27, 2024May 2, 2014 by valplowman
Sautéed Brussels Sprouts

The most delicious Brussels sprouts recipe you will ever try! This is a great vegetable to have year round with any meal! Hear me out, hear me out. I had …

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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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