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Seasons

Find posts that are related to certain seasons. Find all the posts you need for summer, spring, winter, and fall. Find ideas for family activities in each season, posts with our favorite gear for each season, and posts with great family activities to do in each season.

14 Great Winter Picture Books Worth Owning

January 22, 2025January 11, 2021 by valplowman
Child reading picture books in snow

These winter picture books will not disappoint and are perfect for adding to your personal library. These books are worth owning! If you have snow where you live, your children …

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The Best Snow Clothes and Gear for Kids

January 22, 2025January 6, 2021 by valplowman
Kids playing in the snow

Find the best winter clothes for your kids. Know what gear is a must for playing in the snow and which brands are the very best for keeping you warm. …

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Our Family Favorite Fall Recipes to Try this Season

August 16, 2024September 15, 2020 by valplowman
family favorite fall recipes

The best recipes for fall. Pumpkin recipes, soup recipes, apple recipes, and butterbeer! Find the perfect recipe to make this autumn season.  I love fall! I love the colors of …

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15 Fall Picture Books Kids Will Love

November 13, 2020September 14, 2020 by valplowman
Brinley holding We're Going on a Leaf Hunt

These picture book about autumn are great for your kiddos. These are great for preschoolers, toddlers, and children. We love books at our house. I have always made it a …

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Fall Learning Activities Your Kids Will Love

September 18, 2020September 1, 2020 by valplowman
Fall Learning Activities Your Kids Will Love. Five quick and simple activities to do with your children this fall.

Five quick and simple fall learning activities to do with your children at home this fall. Your kiddos will love doing these fun activities. Fall is always my very favorite …

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How to Prepare for the Summer You Want to Have

April 29, 2021May 10, 2019 by valplowman
mother and daughter walking along a dirt road

Summer does not need to be elaborate, but if you have any goals for summer, it is wise to do some planning. Read these 6 simple steps for summer planning. …

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Summer Schedule and Printables

May 15, 2023June 1, 2018 by valplowman
Free summer planning printable

Summer schedule and printables. What to do when your kids are bored, get printable screen time rules, and get printable chore lists. Here are some quick resources for you to …

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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 Basics of a Dreamfeed

    The Basics of a Dreamfeed

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

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

  • 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

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