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New Chronicles of a Babywise Mom Email List

September 17, 2020May 31, 2017 by valplowman

I have finally done it. I have finally created a real email list! I have hesitated about it over time. Who wants another email to read? Who even reads emails …

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2016 Year in Review

January 3, 2017 by valplowman

One of my favorite past-times around New Year’s has always been watching the shows with the countdowns of the “best of” the previous year. That obsession has naturally flowed into …

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Give Thanks! Some Greatest Hits

September 21, 2020November 23, 2016 by valplowman
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  We will be having a nice break this week as we celebrate Thanksgiving with family. Here are some great hits from 2011 for you to enjoy as you go …

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Fall Break 2016

October 20, 2016 by valplowman

I love fall! What a great time of year. This week is Fall Break for my children, so I am taking a little break. I never leave you hanging, however, …

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Summer Break and Light Reading

April 15, 2019July 4, 2016 by valplowman

Close your eyes and imagine summer from your childhood. No matter what that summer looked like, I bet to you, it was perfection. At least it is in hindsight. My …

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Torn Ligaments and Motherhood: Handling Injuries

February 5, 2024January 23, 2014 by valplowman
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There I was. First night of basketball season. I love playing basketball. I am no professional, but I love to play. It is my favorite sport to play. I love …

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Summer Break 2013

May 17, 2019July 1, 2013 by valplowman

  Time for a summer break! I will be taking this week off to spend more time with my family.   Don’t forget to write and send me your Babywise …

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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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