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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.

My Most Influential Teacher

May 20, 2024May 5, 2014 by valplowman

Stack of books with an apple on top

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” …

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 …

Growing Carrots {Watch My Garden Grow Series}

May 20, 2024May 1, 2014 by valplowman

Carrots growing in the garden

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

Realities of Being a Stay at Home Mom

April 22, 2024April 30, 2014 by valplowman

Being a SAHM, or Stay at Home Mom, can be really difficult! Here are some realities so you know you are not alone in your struggles. Being a stay at …

Kaitlyn Child Summary: 7 Years Old

April 22, 2024April 29, 2014 by valplowman

7 year old Kaitlyn at the park

7 year old life and daily routine. Learn about her daily schedule and how to handle things that come up with seven year olds. Learn about sleep for this age …

Tips for Cleaning the Baby’s Room

April 19, 2024April 24, 2014 by valplowman

Babies sleep a LOT. It can be hard to clean your baby’s room when you do not have a lot of time to get into baby’s room. Your baby is …

Brinley Toddler Summary {20.5 months old}

April 19, 2024April 22, 2014 by valplowman

Brinley with her siblings and dad on a university campus

20.5 month old toddler schedule and routine. Toddler schedule for 20-20.5 months old – get a toddler routine and learn about daily life. Learn about playtime, cleaning, and helpful parenting …