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The Tech-Wise Family Book Review

August 24, 2020December 20, 2017 by valplowman
The Tech-Wise Family Book Review | technology | technology rules for families | #technologyrules

This is a review for the book The Tech-Wise Family: Everyday Steps for Putting Technology in Its Proper Place (affiliate link). I really enjoyed this book. One of the things …

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BabyLit Board Books {Friday Finds}

September 14, 2020January 27, 2017 by valplowman
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You know I love to read. You know I love books. You might know I love classics. I love the classics! I have an extensive collection of hard-back books of …

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Best Board Books to Own

October 12, 2022September 1, 2016 by valplowman
best board books

“How could anyone get rid of books?!?” I asked my husband incredulously. We were newly married and looking through books at a garage sale. I love books. I have a …

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Great Picture Books for Boys

October 12, 2022May 19, 2016 by valplowman
great picture books for boys

If you try to look up a list of ideas of picture books for boys, you will probably have a hard time finding success. We are kind of a little …

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Categories Book Lists, Boys, Child, Preschooler, Toddler Tags book recommendation, children's books 2 Comments

Fighting the Body Image Battle

May 4, 2026May 5, 2016 by valplowman
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When a 5-year-old says she never wants to be a mom because she doesn’t want a fat tummy, it’s a wake-up call. Babywise Mom tackles the very real body image …

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Great Picture Books for Girls

April 6, 2026April 7, 2016 by valplowman
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Looking for picture books your daughter will love and learn from? This list shares fun, engaging stories that inspire confidence, imagination, and strong character—while still being enjoyable and age-appropriate. That …

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A Parent’s Guide to Gifted Children

October 13, 2025October 1, 2015 by valplowman
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Parenting a gifted child comes with unique joys and challenges. This post shares a book recommendation that covers everything from perfectionism to peer relationships—helping you understand, support, and encourage your …

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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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