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December Date Accountability Report

October 12, 2020January 15, 2016 by valplowman

A year ago, Nate and I set a goal to be consistent with our one-on-one dates with the kids. Each month, I reported to you all on the dates to …

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Poll Results: Chores

May 1, 2019January 13, 2016 by valplowman

    As college-aged students get more and more unable to handle the pressures of college, people are starting to try to analyze why this is. As I have read …

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Managing Exercise as a Parent

October 12, 2020January 11, 2016 by valplowman

  We pretty much all know that exercise is important to have in our lives. No one seems to contest that. With all of the clear benefits, we are all …

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Categories Parenting Tags exercise, Managing Series 1 Comment

When YOU Can’t Sleep as a Mom

December 8, 2025December 15, 2015 by valplowman
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Struggling with sleepless nights? 🌙 This post shares gentle tips and calming habits to help you drift off when sleep won’t come — from nighttime routines to mindful practices for …

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Categories Motherhood, Sleep 5 Comments

How I Lose Weight

December 8, 2025December 14, 2015 by valplowman

Looking to shed post-baby weight? 💪 This post shares my real, practical journey — from smart habits and meal tweaks to steady routines and realistic goals. No quick fixes — …

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Categories Motherhood Tags exercise 1 Comment

What Is Giftedness? Understanding Traits & Support for Gifted Kids

October 24, 2025October 30, 2015 by valplowman
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Curious what “gifted” really means? Discover the modern view of giftedness—beyond high IQ—and how kids who learn and feel differently can thrive with the right support, not just labels.  You …

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Helping Children Cope With Emotional “Tough Stuff”

October 20, 2025October 8, 2015 by valplowman
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Kids will face emotional “tough stuff” — and it’s our job to guide them, not just protect them. In our latest post at Babywise Mom, we explore gentle, faith-based ways …

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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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    The Basics of a Dreamfeed

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    Why an Eat/Wake/Sleep Cycle Works to Get Baby Sleeping

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    Early Morning Wakings: What to do when baby wakes early

  • How Cooler Weather Affects Naps & Outdoor Playtime

    How Cooler Weather Affects Naps & Outdoor Playtime

  • Sample Sleep Schedules for School-Aged Kids

    Sample Sleep Schedules for School-Aged Kids

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