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Chronicles of a Babywise Mom
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    • Sample Schedules
    • Schedule Tips
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    • Eat: The “Eat” Part of Routine
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    • Naps
    • Night Sleep Tips
    • Sleep Training
    • Sleep Problems
  • DISCIPLINE
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    • Consequences
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Schedules

Find all of my schedule posts here. For sample schedules, click here. Find my schedule tips here. If you are trying to figure out wake time length, find answers here. If you want tips on what to do during wake time (playtime), read here. Get tips on the “eat” portion of your day here and the “sleep” portion of your day here.

Post-Halloween Reset: Helping Kids Transition Back to Routine

October 20, 2025 by valplowman
Children gathering candy

Halloween fun can easily throw sleep and routines off track. 🎃 Learn simple, practical ways to help your kids recover after the excitement—from managing candy to resetting bedtime—so your family …

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Categories Holidays, Schedule Tips Tags disruptions, Halloween Leave a comment

Sample Babywise Schedules: 0-12 Months

September 2, 2025September 2, 2025 by valplowman
Mom and baby

Inside: Over 100 sample Babywise schedules for 0-12 month olds. Baby sleep schedules and routines to help your baby eat well, take great naps, and sleep through the night. 

Categories Babywise, Sample Schedules Tags baby sleep, Babywise Schedules, Top 64 Comments

Creating an After-School Routine that Works for the Whole Family

September 11, 2025August 25, 2025 by valplowman
Kids running out of the school after school is over

Make after-school hours smoother with a routine that works for everyone. Learn how to balance snacks, homework, chores, and downtime so your family can enjoy calmer, happier evenings together. The …

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Categories Child, Schedule Tips, Schooling Tags Back to School Leave a comment

Back to School Morning Routine Ideas for Kids (by Age Group)

September 11, 2025July 7, 2025 by valplowman
Mom hugging her school before school

Struggling with chaotic school mornings? Learn how to build smooth, age-appropriate morning routines for preschoolers, elementary kids, and tweens. These back-to-school tips help your family start the day with calm, …

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Categories Schedule Tips, Schooling Tags Back to School Leave a comment

When and How to Move Baby to 4 Hour Schedule

May 27, 2025May 27, 2025 by valplowman
4 month old baby hero shot

When to Move baby to a 4 Hour Schedule. Once your baby is happily eating every three hours and you seem to always need to wake her up to eat, …

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Categories Schedule Tips Tags four hour schedule, On Becoming Babywise, poll results, Top 112 Comments

How to Use Free Playtime in Your Child’s Schedule by Age

June 18, 2025May 20, 2025 by valplowman
Kaitlyn pushing a toy lawnmower

Learn how to use free playtime effectively in your child’s daily routine. Discover age-specific tips, real-life examples, and how to foster creativity and independence through unstructured play. Free playtime is …

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Categories Play Time, Schedule Tips Tags Babywise II, free playtime, waketime activities 9 Comments

Sample Summer Schedules for Kids

May 7, 2025May 7, 2025 by valplowman
Child playing in the sand.

Discover practical summer schedules for kids of all ages—from toddlers to teens. Learn how to balance fun and structure, with tips, sample routines, and free printables to plan your best …

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Categories Sample Schedules, Summer 4 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

  • Early Morning Wakings: What to do when baby wakes early

    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

  • Toddler Sleep Routines to Help Them Sleep

    Toddler Sleep Routines to Help Them Sleep

  • 8 Steps to Get Your Child to Sleep In Later in the Morning

    8 Steps to Get Your Child to Sleep In Later in the Morning

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