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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.

Great Picture Books My Son LOVED

May 19, 2026May 19, 2026 by valplowman
Two boys reading a picture book together

Looking for picture books your son will actually love? This list shares engaging, boy-approved favorites filled with trucks, trains, dinosaurs, pirates, and adventure — perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and young …

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Categories Book Lists, Boys, Child, Preschooler, Toddler Tags book recommendation, children's books 2 Comments

Brinley Teen Summary: 13.75 Years Old

August 21, 2026May 18, 2026 by valplowman
Brinley sitting in Canyonlands National Park with our dog

Daily life and schedule for a 13.75-year-old teen 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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Categories Teens Tags Teen Summary Leave a comment

Sleepy Newborns: Work to Feed for 10 Minutes

May 6, 2026May 6, 2026 by valplowman
Feed sleepy baby hero image. Mom and newborn baby.

Got a newborn who keeps falling asleep mid-feeding? You’re not alone. Learn how long to work at waking your sleepy baby, when to let it go, and why the occasional …

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Categories Baby, Bottle Feeding Tags newborns, nursing 15 Comments

How to Tell if Baby Is Really Having a Growth Spurt or Not

May 28, 2026May 4, 2026 by valplowman
Baby getting her head measured while sleeping in mom's arms

Is it really a growth spurt — or something else? Learn the key signs to look for so you can stop guessing and start helping your baby (and your schedule) …

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Categories Baby, Eat Tags Growth spurt, newborns Leave a comment

McKenna Teen Summary: 17 Years Old

July 30, 2026April 20, 2026 by valplowman
McKenna opening her gifts on her 17th birthday

Daily life and schedule for a 17 year old teen girl. Learn about common concerns that come up with the teenage group. This covers 16.75 years old through 17 years …

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Eat Well Without Going Broke: Budget-Friendly Meals for College Students

July 30, 2026March 30, 2026 by valplowman
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Eating well in college doesn’t have to break the bank! Discover budget-friendly pantry staples, smart shopping habits, and easy meal ideas that’ll keep you fed and fueled all semester long …

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Categories College, Parenting, Recipes Tags college kids, Feed Me Friday Leave a comment

How To Deal with the 2 Year Old Sleep Regression

August 27, 2026March 25, 2026 by valplowman
2 year old in her toddler bed

Your toddler suddenly refuses naps and fights bedtime? The 2-year sleep regression is real! Learn why it happens and how to handle it—from wake time tweaks to handling tantrums—without dropping …

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Categories Sleep Problems, Toddler Tags sleep regression 10 Comments
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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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    Nap and Bedtime Tips for Thanksgiving Travel

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    Sleep-Friendly Halloween: Keeping Bedtime on Track with Late Nights

  • Newborn Parent Sleep Deprivation: Strategies That Actually Help

    Newborn Parent Sleep Deprivation: Strategies That Actually Help

  • How to Transition Away From a Sound Machine

    How to Transition Away From a Sound Machine

  • Sleep Hierarchy for Babies 3-6 Months

    Sleep Hierarchy for Babies 3-6 Months

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