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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.

Brayden Preteen Summary: 11 Years Old!

May 25, 2026June 7, 2016 by valplowman
Brayden working on removing our deck

What is it really like parenting an 11-year-old boy? This honest look at the preteen years covers growth, personality changes, independence, parenting lessons, and the sweet moments that make this …

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Fighting the Body Image Battle for Our Daughters

May 11, 2026May 11, 2016 by valplowman
Mom and daughter looking in a mirror together

Body image struggles can start young—but parents can make a difference. Learn practical ways to help your daughters build confidence, value their bodies, and fight unhealthy messages from the world …

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Categories Motherhood, Preteen, Teens Tags body image, daughters 3 Comments

Brinley Preschooler Summary: 45 Months Old

May 11, 2026May 10, 2016 by valplowman
Nate, Brinley, and Valerie outside with mountains in the background

Wondering what life with a 45-month-old looks like? See Brinley’s real preschooler routine, favorite toys, sleep habits, independence struggles, and daily schedule. A fun glimpse into life with a growing …

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Why Teach Your Kids Virtue?

March 24, 2025April 28, 2016 by valplowman
Mom with her two kids. They are al smiling and looking at each other

Learn the reasons you want to take the time to teach virtues to your children. Find out what virtues you should teach and how those benefit your children. Virtue almost …

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Kaitlyn Preteen Summary: 9 Years Old

April 27, 2026April 26, 2016 by valplowman

Kaitlyn is 9 — starring in the school musical, blazing through books, and declaring she hates math (despite being great at it). Here’s a look at what life is like …

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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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Brinley Preschooler Summary: 44 Months Old

April 6, 2026April 12, 2016 by valplowman
Brinley on the bumper cars

Brinley is 44 months old and full of personality! From helping cook dinner to sitting perfectly still in class, see how the “ask and tell” method is shaping her behavior …

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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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