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Top Family Vacation Destinations for Your Next Adventure

March 2, 2026 by valplowman
Our family standing on the Brooklyn Bridge with NYC in the background

Planning your next family vacation? Discover the best destinations in the U.S. and beyond! From theme parks to beaches, national parks to historic cities, find the perfect spot for creating …

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Very Simple Olympic Opening Ceremony Party Food

January 27, 2026January 27, 2026 by valplowman
olympic opening ceremony party food

Want to make the Olympic Opening Ceremonies exciting for kids? Host a simple party focused on delicious food! Get easy ideas for Olympic ring-colored snacks, treats from the host country, …

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10 Really Fun Things to Do With Your Kids This Fall

August 27, 2025August 27, 2025 by valplowman
Fall family activities

What to do with your children in the fall. Great family activities and activities that make great family traditions year after year. Crisp leaves, pumpkin art, corn mazes, and cozy …

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Movie Marathon with Kids: Over 100 Movies for Families

April 24, 2025April 24, 2025 by valplowman
Family watching movies together

Discover over 100 fun family movie ideas for an epic movie marathon night! Perfect for holidays, breaks, or weekends—featuring Disney classics, musicals, adventures, and more! Whenever you are looking for …

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St. Patrick’s Day Family Traditions to Start This Year

March 12, 2025February 24, 2025 by valplowman
Three children wearing green with St. Patricks day hats, glasses, and headbands

Get 11 different ideas of fun St. Patrick’s Day traditions you can start with your family this year. Having traditions is a great way to build a strong family culture …

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Cruise Tips with Kids!

February 26, 2026March 6, 2023 by valplowman
Family on a Royal Caribbean Cruise

Tips for going on a cruise with kids. Know what to consider when you decide where to go and which cruise line to go with. Get a list of things …

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Weekend Routines for Older Kids

January 16, 2023 by valplowman
Plowman family posing for a photo in the fall

As your kids get older, you wonder what a weekend routine should look like. This post outlines what to consider in your weekend routine, from morning wake up time 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.

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