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Discipline

Learn effective ways to discipline your children. You can start discipline as young as with your baby! Learn tips for correcting and training children of all ages, from baby through teen years. Get a solid foundation from my post Discipline 101: The Basics of Correcting Children. Read all about my Discipline Phrases to be prepared to respond to children when they misbehave. You can read up on consequences and find different discipline methods.

Discipline 101: The basics of correcting children

November 18, 2025November 18, 2025 by valplowman
Mom correcting her child

Discipline 101 breaks down the foundation of correcting children in a calm, consistent way. Learn how to set realistic expectations, follow through on consequences, prevent misbehavior before it starts, and …

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Categories Discipline, First Time Obedience Tags obedience 4 Comments

How to Handle Meltdowns on Thanksgiving Day

November 20, 2025November 12, 2025 by valplowman
Child wearing a turkey headband and holding a pumpkin

Thanksgiving fun can quickly turn stressful when kids get overtired or overstimulated. Learn how to spot the warning signs early and use simple, calming strategies to prevent (or handle) meltdowns …

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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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Tantrum Help for Parents

November 20, 2025June 23, 2025 by valplowman
Child having a tantrum

No one likes a tantrum. The child is upset and you are upset. Being upset is not the best time to have rational thoughts and respond appropriately. While tantrums are …

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Strong-Willed Child

May 22, 2025May 19, 2025 by valplowman
McKenna in a pink dress standing in front of a yellow wall

It is not easy to have a strong-willed child! Strong-willed children can be really hard to parent and require a lot of patience from you. The perk of a strong-willed …

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Moral Training Tips for Parents

April 28, 2025 by valplowman
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Moral training is a big job! These posts will guide you through teaching morals to your children. Build your child’s character by instilling strong morals. Learn about teaching about apologies, …

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Parenting With Love and Logic: Everything You Need to Know

April 15, 2025April 15, 2025 by valplowman
Parenting with Love and Logic book

Discover a complete summary and honest review of Parenting With Love and Logic by Foster Cline and Jim Fay. Learn how this parenting classic helps raise responsible, independent kids with …

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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.

Babywise Mom Nap Guide

Schedules and Sleep

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    The Complete Guide to Finding Your Child’s Ideal Bedtime (By Age)

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    Sleep Begets Sleep? Babies Need Daytime Naps for Better Night Sleep

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    Dropping the Morning Nap Full Guide

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