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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: 10.75 Years Old

March 23, 2026March 23, 2016 by valplowman
Brayden and his family with Brayden holding the Arrow of Light Award

Wondering what the preteen years are really like? This honest snapshot of life at 10–11 years old shares growth, challenges, and insights to help you understand and guide your child …

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Brinley Preschooler Summary: 43 Months Old

March 16, 2026March 15, 2016 by valplowman
3.5 year old Brinley wearing butterfly glasses and her mom wearing normal sunglasses

Real 3.5-year-old daily schedule & development! Boundary pushing before 3.5 then total relaxation. Fighting independence vs staying “free” (three!), went through 3 boxes of tissues in a day, favorite toys. …

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Brinley Preschooler Summary: 42 Months Old-3.5 Years!

February 9, 2026February 9, 2016 by valplowman

Life with a 3.5-year-old! Follow Brinley’s month at 42 months as she navigates boundary-testing, transitions to big-kid church classes, entertains her family, and shines at her first dance showcase. Includes …

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Kaitlyn Preteen Summary {8.75 Years Old}

February 2, 2026February 2, 2016 by valplowman
Kaitlyn sitting at the table at a tea party

8.75 year old life and daily routine. In this pre-teen update, we cover her activities, school, routines, friendships, and how we’re navigating this season as a family. A peek into …

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Self-Worth Comes Vertically, not Horizontally

January 26, 2026January 28, 2016 by valplowman
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True self-worth isn’t built on achievements or others’ opinions. This post explains why it comes from who we are, not what we do—and how to help your child grow in …

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McKenna Child Summary: 6.75 Years Old

January 12, 2026January 12, 2016 by valplowman
McKenna with the Chicago skyline in the background

See what life looks like with a 6½-year-old! This post shares McKenna’s routines, milestones, sleep, school, behavior, and real family moments — an honest look at childhood and development at …

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Brinley Preschooler Summary: 41 Months Old

January 5, 2026January 5, 2016 by valplowman
All 4 kids sledding in the snow

Peek into real life with a busy 3-year-old! This post shares Brinley’s routines, sleep, eating, play, emotions, and milestones from 40–41 months — a relatable snapshot of preschooler days 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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