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Schedule Tips

Tips for you to get your schedule on track and keep it on track. Get tips for getting a consistent schedule, know what elements are vital for a great schedule, and get tips for troubleshooting when the schedule gets off.

Importance of Consistent Bedtime for Babies

March 6, 2024March 6, 2024 by valplowman
Father putting baby to bed in her crib

Do babies need a consistent bedtime? YES! Why having a consistent bedtime is vital and the impact of having bedtime vary or be less than ideal. Get tips for finding …

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Categories Night Sleep, Schedule Tips Tags bedtime, consistency 50 Comments

Schedule Tips

September 11, 2025December 18, 2023 by valplowman
Baby smiling for the camera

Get all of the tips you need to have a successful schedule or routine. Get schedule tips for newborns, babies, toddlers, and older kids! Find out how to make a …

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Categories Schedule Tips Tags routine, schedule benefits Leave a comment

“Flexible-izing” a Baby: Help Baby Be Flexible

October 11, 2023October 11, 2023 by valplowman
Baby in a front carrier

12 rules to help your baby be more flexible. This will help you when going out, traveling, visiting family, and taking older kids to their activities. These tips will help …

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Categories Schedule Tips Tags flexibility, vacations 2 Comments

Three to Four Child Transition Tips

March 4, 2026May 10, 2023 by valplowman
4 children on a bridge

Get all the tips you need for moving from 3-4 kids. What is it like to have four kids? Find out how to set up a schedule for 4 kids …

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Categories Family, Schedule Tips, Siblings Tags family dynamics, sibling schedules 10 Comments

Newborn Routines: Sleep, Schedules, and Play

February 17, 2026January 23, 2023 by valplowman
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Newborn routines to help your new baby sleep well. Tips for getting a solid routine or schedule down and what to do during play time. While some newborn babies are …

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What Time Should Baby Wake Up in the Morning?

April 12, 2024November 9, 2022 by valplowman
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What Time To Start Baby’s Day. What time should be baby’s wake up time each day? How to calculate and decide baby’s perfect wakeup time. Get answers to the questions you …

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Categories Schedule Tips, Sleep Tags morning wake time, poll results 49 Comments

Dropping the DREAM FEED Ultimate Guide

January 5, 2026October 26, 2022 by valplowman
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Everything you need to know about dropping the dreamfeed. The ultimate list of information on dream feed for baby. The dream feed is that feeding that happens around 10-11 PM. …

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Categories Schedule Tips Tags dreamfeed, poll results, Top 224 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 Complete Guide to Finding Your Child’s Ideal Bedtime (By Age)

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