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Christmas

Should You Baby-Proof Your Christmas Tree?

November 3, 2020 by valplowman
Baby at the Christmas tree

Should You Baby-Proof Your Christmas Tree or teach baby to not touch the ornaments on the tree? Which is the best way to teach your kiddo? I have a very …

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Christmas Gifts for Children: The Ultimate Guide

September 29, 2020September 29, 2020 by valplowman
Kids opening Christmas gifts

The Ultimate Guide to get gifts for boys, gifts for girls, toddler gifts, Christmas gifts for tweens, and gifts for teens. A great list of Christmas gifts for children. If …

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5 Ways to Keep Christmas Christ-Focused

September 29, 2020November 18, 2019 by valplowman
Mom and daughter at Christmas

Figure out how to tone down the hustle and bustle and be able to really focus on Christ this Christmas. Focus on Christ this Christmas. Once I become a mother, …

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Babywise Mom Christmas Round-Up

April 27, 2020November 1, 2018 by valplowman
Christmas gifts and pinecones

Babywise Mom Christmas Round-Up. Christmas prep posts, Christmas gift ideas, the meaning of Christmas, and Christmas traditions. With October behind us it is time to start looking forward to the …

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The Best Christmas Treats to Make with Kids

September 29, 2020December 13, 2017 by valplowman
Baking with a child at Christmas

The Best Christmas Treats to Make with Kids during the holidays. These are great treats to make and eat and to share with neighbors, family, and friends at Christmas. I …

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Top Christmas Albums to Listen To

November 3, 2020December 8, 2017 by valplowman
Christmas Albums to listen to

Top Christmas albums to listen to. A great variety of family friendly Christmas items to listen to this holiday season. I love music in general, but I have a special …

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Light The World This Christmas

November 21, 2023November 29, 2017 by valplowman
How To Teach Children About Christ All Year. Focusing on Christ is not just a Christmas thing. In this post are tips for teaching about Jesus Christ year round.

I always try to be as done as possible with the list of Christmas tasks before December 1 hits. I want to be able to enjoy my family and enjoy …

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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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