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Read different posts targeted at different age ranges of children. Get help on raising babies, raising pretoddlers, raising toddlers, raising preschoolers, raising children, raising tweens, and raising teenagers.

Early Morning Wakings: What to do when baby wakes early

October 15, 2025October 15, 2025 by valplowman
Baby laying on white blanket

Is your baby waking too early in the morning—despite sleeping through the night? This post explores what commonly causes early morning wakings (think sun, growth spurts, schedule shifts, or nighttime …

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Categories Baby, Sleep Tags baby sleep, sttn 24 Comments

Guardrails for Teens: Setting Boundaries that Keep Them Safe

January 14, 2026September 29, 2025 by valplowman
Our family standing next to a guardrail in Alaska

Raising teens means balancing freedom with safety. Learn practical guardrails—like dating rules, curfews, and phone limits—that help protect your teen while building trust and independence. From the time your child …

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Categories Discipline, Technology, Teens Tags boundaries Leave a comment

What to Do When Your Toddler Cries at Nap Time

September 18, 2025September 18, 2025 by valplowman
Toddler crying in bed

When your toddler starts crying at nap time after being a good sleeper, it feels confusing and discouraging. Learn 10 common reasons—like timing, stimulation, teething, or routine changes—and what to …

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Categories Naps, Sleep Problems, Toddler Tags crying, sleep regression 1 Comment

How to Teach Kids Time Management for the School Year

October 1, 2025September 8, 2025 by valplowman
Girl with a backpack on and books on her head

Help your child succeed this school year with simple time management tips. Learn age-appropriate strategies, routines, and tools to teach kids responsibility, balance, and independence. The school year brings a …

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Categories Child, Preteen, Schooling Tags Back to School, time management Leave a comment

Creating an After-School Routine that Works for the Whole Family

November 20, 2025August 25, 2025 by valplowman
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Make after-school hours smoother with a routine that works for everyone. Learn how to balance snacks, homework, chores, and downtime so your family can enjoy calmer, happier evenings together. The …

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Categories Child, Schedule Tips, Schooling Tags Back to School Leave a comment

45 Questions to Get Your Child Talking

August 20, 2025August 20, 2025 by valplowman
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Tired of hearing “fine” when you ask about your child’s day? These 45 creative after-school questions help spark real conversations with kids. Build connection, encourage sharing, and make talking fun …

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Categories Child, Parenting, Preteen, Teens Tags Back to School, communication Leave a comment

Brinley PreTeen Summary: 13 Years Old

December 4, 2025August 11, 2025 by valplowman
Brinley in Yukon, Canada

Daily life and schedule for a 13-year-old tween who was raised on Babywise. See her daily life, the activities she is involved in, and her daily routine. This is a …

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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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Schedules and Sleep

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  • Protecting Kids’ Sleep During Summer Travel

    Protecting Kids’ Sleep During Summer Travel

  • How To Keep Sleep Consistent When Days are Longer

    How To Keep Sleep Consistent When Days are Longer

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    You Cannot Force a Baby to Sleep — But Here’s What You Can Do

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