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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.

Awesome Gift Ideas for a New Driver

May 5, 2025 by valplowman

McKenna the day she got her driver's licence

Looking for the perfect gift for a new teen driver? Discover practical, fun, and thoughtful gift ideas from car accessories to safety gear that every teen will love. It can …

How Parents Can Help with Swimming Lessons

June 3, 2025April 30, 2025 by valplowman

Children taking swimming lessons in an outdoor pool

Discover practical, experience-based tips for helping your child succeed in swim lessons. Learn what to do, what not to do, and how to ensure swimming is a safe and positive …

It’s Okay If Your Baby Sleeps “Only” 10 Hours at Night

May 6, 2025April 29, 2025 by valplowman

baby sleeping in the crib at night

Worried your Babywise baby sleeps only 10 hours at night? Learn why 10 hours of night sleep is still within the healthy range, how to assess your baby’s sleep needs, …

Moral Training Tips for Parents

April 28, 2025 by valplowman

Kaitlyn facing the camera and smiling

Moral training is a big job! These posts will guide you through teaching morals to your children. Build your child’s character by instilling strong morals. Learn about teaching about apologies, …

Movie Marathon with Kids: Over 100 Movies for Families

April 24, 2025April 24, 2025 by valplowman

Family watching movies together

Discover over 100 fun family movie ideas for an epic movie marathon night! Perfect for holidays, breaks, or weekends—featuring Disney classics, musicals, adventures, and more! Whenever you are looking for …

How to Dress Your Child for Better Sleep: Finding the Optimal Temperature

September 24, 2025April 23, 2025 by valplowman

Learn how to dress your baby or child for safe, restful sleep with tips on temperature, layers, and room setup for every season. Too hot? Too cold? Here’s how to …

What to Do When Your Toddler Refuses to Take a Nap

April 22, 2025April 22, 2025 by valplowman

Is your toddler resisting naps? Don’t ditch nap time just yet! Learn why naps are still essential for young children, how to handle nap refusal, and tips to improve your …