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Find tons of parenting tips here. Get info on Pregnancy, Chores, Potty Training, Parenting Siblings, Love Languages, Birth Order, More Than Making it Through the Day, Motherhood, Book Lists, Technology Tips, Education, Parent/Child Dates, Hair Tips, Gifted Children, Working Moms, and Parenting Book Reviews.

What to Do When Your Babysitter Won’t Follow Your Routine

March 8, 2021March 8, 2011 by valplowman
two children playing with babysitter

What you can do as a parent when your babysitter won’t follow your routine. Get tips for how to respond and adjust your expectations. I often get questions about what …

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Categories Babywise, Childcare Tags family relationships, WAHM, WOHM 4 Comments

Your Child Will Always Be Changing

March 15, 2021February 24, 2011 by valplowman
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Your child will always change. It is like learning a new computer each month–sometimes each day! Learn how to make it easier. “…not only am I coping with different kids, …

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Categories Parenting Tags Parenting breakthrough, why vs. how 4 Comments

Learning to Love Our Work and Responsibility

February 22, 2021February 23, 2011 by valplowman
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Mom life is hard, but we make it harder with our attitude. These 5 tips will help you make it easier to bear and even love. Work, work, work. Does …

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Categories Chores, Parenting Tags work ethic 8 Comments

Chore Jar for Kids: Keep Kids on Track

February 8, 2021February 11, 2011 by valplowman

A chore jar is a great way to help kids know what chores to do and keep them personally responsible for their chores. When it comes to ways of organizing …

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Categories Chores 1 Comment

Tips for Parenting First Borns and Oldest Children

September 8, 2021February 10, 2011 by valplowman
Parents with oldest child

Get six important tips for parenting your first born child. Learn what to do and what not to do with your oldest child. I find The Birth Order Book by …

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Categories Parenting Tags birth order 4 Comments

Moms! When Life Gets Hard, Slow the Pace

February 8, 2021February 9, 2011 by valplowman
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How moms can keep a life pace that does not stress them out. Get tips for knowing when to slow down and just how to do so. I am talking …

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Categories Motherhood Tags word to the weary 7 Comments

Potty Training 1-2-3 {Giveaway!}

May 21, 2019January 29, 2011 by valplowman

This post is written in partnership with Garry and Anne Marie Ezzo. All opinions are my own. If there is anything that can strike fear into the heart of a …

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Categories Potty Training, Product Reviews Tags giveaway 248 Comments
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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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