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Musical Science: Easy Way to Introduce Sound Waves to Kids

July 27, 2020June 14, 2018 by valplowman
A fun way to learn about science through music. How to teach sound waves.

A fun way to learn about science through music. How to teach sound waves.   by Kimberly Cartwright How does music work? Okay, that is a broad question. Music is …

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What to Put in a Welcome to Summer Gift Basket for Your Kids

April 29, 2021May 24, 2018 by valplowman
What to Put in a Welcome to Summer Gift Basket for Your Kids. Great items to give your kids to kick off summer.

What to Put in a Welcome to Summer Gift Basket for Your Kids. Great items to give your kids to kick off summer. I am not sure what has come …

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3 REASONS IT’S OKAY TO DISLIKE BEING PREGNANT

July 27, 2020May 10, 2018 by valplowman
3 REASONS IT IS OKAY TO NOT LIKE BEING PREGNANT . Pregnancy is not always fun and it doesn't make you a bad mom to not enjoy it.

Inside: 3 REASONS IT IS OKAY TO NOT LIKE BEING PREGNANT . Pregnancy is not always fun and it doesn’t make you a bad mom to not enjoy it. I’ve often …

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How to Have Successful Independent Playtime for Twins

September 1, 2021April 12, 2018 by valplowman
How to get your twins to play independently each day. This is great for giving twins some time alone.

How to get your twins to play independently each day. This is great for giving twins some time alone.  Independent playtime is important for all children, but it is especially …

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How to Be Successful at Breastfeeding

October 15, 2024March 7, 2018 by valplowman
How to Be Successful at Breastfeeding

How to Be Successful at Breastfeeding If you start breastfeeding, you probably want to succeed at it. Despite that initial plan and desire, you may run into difficulties and road …

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Exploring Your Prejudices About Breastfeeding

August 10, 2020March 6, 2018 by valplowman
Exploring Your Prejudices About Breastfeeding

Exploring Your Prejudices About Breastfeeding. Is fed best? Breast is best? What is true? Have you ever stepped back and honestly evaluated how you feel about feeding babies? Do you …

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How to Yolo When Parenting Solo

August 10, 2020February 8, 2018 by valplowman
How to Yolo When Parenting Solo | parenting | motherhood

by Emily Parker My husband has an extremely flexible job that allows for him to be home for the majority of our children’s big events and allows our family the …

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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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