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Chronicles of a Babywise Mom
  • BABYWISE
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    • Babywise Benefits
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    • Sample Schedules
    • Schedule Tips
    • Play Time
    • Wake Time Length (Wake Windows)
    • Eat: The “Eat” Part of Routine
  • SLEEP
    • All Sleep Posts
    • Naps
    • Night Sleep Tips
    • Sleep Training
    • Sleep Problems
  • DISCIPLINE
    • All Discipline Posts
    • Consequences
    • Discipline Methods
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    • First Time Obedience Tips
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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.

Complete Newborn Sleep Guide: Week-by-Week Schedules for 0-13 Weeks

February 3, 2026February 3, 2026 by valplowman
Newborn baby sleeping swaddled in a white blanket

Detailed newborn schedule guide with real sample schedules for weeks 1-13. Learn feeding times, wake windows, nap schedules, and sleep expectations for your baby’s first three months. Navigating your newborn’s …

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Helping Kids Transition Out of the Holiday Season

January 5, 2026December 22, 2025 by valplowman
Mom, Dad, and Daughter laying on the floor looking up at the camera

Help your family ease out of the holiday chaos and back into calm routines. Learn how to declutter after Christmas, set simple new goals, and get your Babywise schedule back …

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Tricks for Getting Baby on a Consistent Schedule

February 3, 2026December 10, 2025 by valplowman
Mom and baby playing with a toy

Want your baby’s days to feel calm and predictable instead of chaotic? This guide walks you through how to build a consistent eat-play-sleep schedule — pick a daily wake time …

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Categories Schedule Tips Tags consistency 220 Comments

The Basics of a Dreamfeed

December 3, 2025December 3, 2025 by valplowman
Dreamfeed hero image. Baby bottle feeding.

Interested in better sleep for your baby (and you)? 🌙 This post covers the basics of the “dream-feed” routine — what it is, when to start, and how to do …

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Categories Schedules Tags dreamfeed, poll results, sttn 5 Comments

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

November 25, 2025November 25, 2025 by valplowman
Baby sleeping

Struggling to build a solid routine? This post explains why the Eat → Wake → Sleep cycle helps your baby stay full, sleep independently, and tell day from night — …

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Categories Babywise, Babywise Benefits, Schedules Tags babywise info, babywise theory, eat/wake/sleep 92 Comments

How to Maintain Sleep and Nap Routines for Kids in December

January 5, 2026November 24, 2025 by valplowman
Baby sleeping under a Christmas tree

Keep your child well-rested during the busy holiday season! Learn practical tips to maintain naps, bedtime, and wake windows, prevent overtired meltdowns, and enjoy a stress-free December with your little …

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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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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.

Babywise Mom Nap Guide

Schedules and Sleep

  • The Complete Guide to Finding Your Child’s Ideal Bedtime (By Age)

    The Complete Guide to Finding Your Child’s Ideal Bedtime (By Age)

  • Sleep Begets Sleep? Babies Need Daytime Naps for Better Night Sleep

    Sleep Begets Sleep? Babies Need Daytime Naps for Better Night Sleep

  • Dropping the Morning Nap Full Guide

    Dropping the Morning Nap Full Guide

  • How To Calm Your Overstimulated Baby

    How To Calm Your Overstimulated Baby

  • The Basics of a Dreamfeed

    The Basics of a Dreamfeed

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