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Learn how to manage the sibling relationship and help your children love each other. Get tips on strengthening your marriage and learn why that helps establish a strong family. Get travel tips and tips on managing extracurriculars so you can forge a strong family culture. And of course, don’t forget the pets!

Nap and Bedtime Tips for Thanksgiving Travel

October 14, 2026 by valplowman
Sleeping baby dressed up in chef outfit and surrounded by food

Heading to Grandma’s for Thanksgiving? Here is how to protect naps and bedtime through travel, time zone changes, and a busy holiday house. Practical tips to keep your baby or …

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Categories Autumn, Sleep, Traveling Tags Thanksgiving Leave a comment

Costa Rica Family Itinerary: La Fortuna & Manuel Antonio Travel Tips

September 30, 2026 by valplowman
McKenna standing on the beach in Costa Rica

Planning a Costa Rica trip? Here is our actual day-by-day itinerary through La Fortuna and Manuel Antonio: where we stayed, what we booked, and alternative activity ideas for every kind …

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Introducing Your New Baby to Your Toddler

September 21, 2026 by valplowman
Toddler with his baby sibling

Bringing baby home to a toddler? New baby plus a toddler who is used to being an only child? It is a season of sweet moments AND hard ones–sometimes in …

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Tips to Successfully Add Your Baby to the Family

September 24, 2026August 6, 2026 by valplowman
New family with new baby

Learn how to successfully welcome a new baby into your family with practical tips on adjusting your schedule, setting boundaries, and creating your new normal. Tips to successfully add a …

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Categories Babywise Benefits, Siblings Tags newborns 8 Comments

Keratosis Pilaris (Bumps on Skin): What It Is and How to Treat It

June 23, 2026June 23, 2026 by valplowman
Keratosis pilaris on the skin

Wondering why you have tiny bumps on your arms or legs? Learn what keratosis pilaris is, what causes those rough skin patches, and simple, effective tips to smooth and care …

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Categories Family Tags beauty, medical issues 14 Comments

Protecting Kids’ Sleep During Summer Travel

June 15, 2026 by valplowman
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Summer travel doesn’t have to wreck your baby’s sleep! Learn practical tips for hotel rooms, time zone changes, overstimulation, and getting back on track after vacation—without becoming a slave to …

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How to Do Cry It Out While Room Sharing (It Can Be Done!)

June 11, 2026June 11, 2026 by valplowman
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Trying to sleep train while room sharing? It can feel impossible—but it isn’t. Learn practical strategies for managing cry-it-out, minimizing disruptions, and helping your baby learn independent sleep even when …

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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

  • Nap and Bedtime Tips for Thanksgiving Travel

    Nap and Bedtime Tips for Thanksgiving Travel

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

    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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