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Posts to help you navigate the child years. These are ages 5-8 years old. Get discipline help, summaries, schedules, instilling morality, sleep, schooling, and all considerations for children in this age group.

McKenna Child Summary: 7.75 Years Old

September 14, 2020January 17, 2017 by valplowman
McKenna child summary pinnable image

This is a summary for McKenna from 7.5 to 7.75 years old.   EATING Eating is normal for her. That means she eats a lot and likes to eat healthy …

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When To Drop Rest Time

July 31, 2024November 14, 2016 by valplowman
Child reading on the bed

Find out the best age to drop rest time and not have any time to rest each day for your child. What to consider when making this decision. Looking back …

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15 Must-Own Picture Books

October 17, 2022October 31, 2016 by valplowman
15 Must-Own Picture Books

Some books are just timeless. Must-own, beloved by all. The sad truth is we run out of space in our homes. I am out of space for books at my …

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McKenna Child Summary: 7.5 Years Old

September 21, 2020October 11, 2016 by valplowman

This is a summary for McKenna from 7.25-7.5 years old. EATING Eating is great. All is the same, which means all is well. SLEEPING Sleep is also great, but we …

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McKenna Child Summary: 7 Years and 3 Months Old

September 28, 2020August 9, 2016 by valplowman

  This is a summary for McKenna from 7 years to 7.25 years old.   EATING Eating is great. She eats well. She likes healthy foods. This is an area …

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Great Picture Books for Boys

October 12, 2022May 19, 2016 by valplowman
great picture books for boys

If you try to look up a list of ideas of picture books for boys, you will probably have a hard time finding success. We are kind of a little …

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McKenna Child Summary: 7 Years Old

April 20, 2026April 19, 2016 by valplowman
Nate with all of the kids waiting in line to ride a carousel

Get a real-life glimpse into what life is like with a 7-year-old—personality quirks, growth spurts, sleep, school, and sweet moments. This honest snapshot of McKenna captures both the challenges and …

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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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