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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.

Brayden Teen Summary: 17 Years Old

April 23, 2026June 13, 2022 by valplowman
Nate, Valerie, and Brayden in France

All about a 17 year old teenage boy. Teen life for a boy and a typical daily schedule and life who was raised on Babywise. This is a summary for …

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How Choosing The Right Toys For Your Kids Can Help Prevent A Cancer Diagnosis

June 8, 2022 by valplowman
Baby playing with toys

Did you know that harmful chemicals have been found in 25% of kids’ toys? Read here to learn how to keep your kids safe from cancer-causing chemicals in their toys. …

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When Can a Child Stay Home Alone?

September 14, 2023June 6, 2022 by valplowman
Tween on the couch with a tablet

When is a child ready to stay home alone? What is a good age? What are some readiness signs? What are good rules to establish? As your child gets older, …

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Blackout Curtains to Help Baby Sleep Better

December 29, 2022June 1, 2022 by valplowman
sleeping baby

Blackout curtains are a great tool to help baby sleep better. They help prevent the sun from waking baby and help set circadian rhythm. When you are trying to get …

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8 Perfect Activities To Do in Riviera Maya Mexico

August 29, 2024May 25, 2022 by valplowman
Tulum in Mexico on the Riviera Maya

Find the perfect activities to do on your trip to the Riviera Maya Mexico area. This is the Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Akumal area. Nate and I have traveled to …

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Sleep Routine Ideas to Get Your Baby Sleeping Well

June 4, 2025May 23, 2022 by valplowman
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Sleep Routine Ideas to Get Your Baby Sleeping Well. A sleep routine helps your baby know it is time for sleep. Keep sleep routines consistent each time. It is a …

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Brinley Preteen Summary: 9.75 Years Old

August 25, 2022May 18, 2022 by valplowman
brinley playing le fou in beauty and the beast musical

Daily life and schedule for a 9.75-year-old tween who was raised on Babywise. See her daily life, activities she is involved in, and her daily routine. This is a summary …

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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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