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Baby Standard Time (Newborn Days are Hard)

July 27, 2026August 1, 2016 by valplowman
mom holding newborn baby. The mom is exhausted and worn out

Ever feel like the minutes are crawling but the years are flying? That’s Baby Standard Time. If you’re in the newborn trenches counting down to 5pm, this one’s for you …

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Categories Baby, Motherhood Tags newborns, word to the weary 4 Comments

Communication Index

January 30, 2019July 31, 2016 by valplowman

  Communicating Acceptance not Rejection  Triad Communication {Getting Kids to Talk}  

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Caregivers index

May 14, 2019July 31, 2016 by valplowman

5 Tips for Using Family as Babysitters Babysitters Baby Whisperer: Daycare Tips Church Nursery/Daycare/Playcenter Daycare/Childcare and Babywise  

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Twinning Babywise

October 7, 2022July 20, 2016 by valplowman

My name is Cole, and I am mom to 4 children: Vera (3.5), Abel (1.5), and twins Mercedes and Samuel (7 weeks). My sister in law gave me a copy …

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Babywise Success- 2 year old and 5 month old twins

October 7, 2022July 19, 2016 by valplowman

by Kimberly Team Cartwright   I am a Babywise quitter. Yep, I said it. I started with it when my son was born, then quit for a few months. I …

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6 Rules for Keeping Children Safe from Strangers

June 22, 2026July 11, 2016 by valplowman
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The internet can be a wonderful tool, but it also comes with real risks for children. Learn six practical rules every parent can use to help keep kids safe online …

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How to Manage Kids Alone When Your Spouse Is Away

June 22, 2026June 27, 2016 by valplowman
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Whether your spouse is traveling for work, deployed, or simply away for a few days, solo parenting can feel overwhelming. These practical tips will help you keep routines running smoothly, …

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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

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    Newborn Parent Sleep Deprivation: Strategies That Actually Help

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    How to Transition Away From a Sound Machine

  • Sleep Hierarchy for Babies 3-6 Months

    Sleep Hierarchy for Babies 3-6 Months

  • Protecting Kids’ Sleep During Summer Travel

    Protecting Kids’ Sleep During Summer Travel

  • How To Keep Sleep Consistent When Days are Longer

    How To Keep Sleep Consistent When Days are Longer

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