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Managing the home tips and tricks. Get ideas for various holidays, including traditions, gifts, crafts, etc. Find tips on cleaning and organizing. Learn how to garden and set up your emergency preparedness. Find tips for managing finances. Get some cute DIY projects and lots of yummy family-friendly recipes.

Feed Me Friday: The Most Amazing Baked Potatoes

September 14, 2020January 13, 2017 by valplowman
Baked Potato recipe

I am all about feeding my family for cheap. I typically spend right around $100 a week on groceries to feed my family of six. I accomplish this by meal …

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Face Out Bookshelves {Ideas and Tutorial}

September 21, 2020November 17, 2016 by valplowman
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From the moment I read about the idea, I knew I wanted to implement it in our home. It was genius and I was all in! We have had these …

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Getting Ready for Christmas in 4 Steps

September 29, 2020October 10, 2016 by valplowman
Getting Ready for Christmas in 4 Steps

Getting Ready for Christmas in 4 Easy Steps. All of the preparation for Christmas broken down into four manageable steps so moms can easily prepare. How to get ready for …

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5 Must Have Items for Parents Keep in the Car

September 28, 2020June 21, 2016 by valplowman

Without fail, the moment a child is required to sit still for a few minutes or more, the child will become thirsty. Not just thirsty. Parched. The child is suddenly …

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Feed Me Friday: Overnight Waffles

October 5, 2020May 27, 2016 by valplowman

 Brayden recently competed in a mile race run with 9 other elementary schools in our valley. The night before the big race, I wondered what would be best to feed …

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Choosing the Right Allowance System for Your Family

April 27, 2026April 21, 2016 by valplowman
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Should allowance be tied to chores — or not? There’s no one right answer, but there IS one non-negotiable: kids need to learn how to manage money. Here are 5 …

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The Foundation for Financial Security

April 20, 2026April 20, 2016 by valplowman
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Money doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. This post breaks down simple, practical steps to build a strong financial foundation for your family—so you can create security, reduce stress, and plan …

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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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