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Help Kids Balance School and Chores {Guest Post}

August 23, 2024August 14, 2014 by valplowman
kids doing chores with mom

It can be hard to fit in chores AND school at the same time. Get tips for helping your child be able to do chores even while in school. By …

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Maintaining a Consistent Schedule and Discipline with Caregivers

October 7, 2022July 17, 2014 by valplowman

I am mom of two fantastic kiddos, age 4.5 and 6.5 (and don’t just say “6 years old” to my son”–it is “6 and A HALF” now). They continue to …

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Categories Babywise Benefits Tags Babywise Success Stories Week, Guest Post, WOHM 4 Comments

When Bribery Works as a Parenting Tool

June 28, 2024June 12, 2014 by valplowman
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3 times bribery actually makes sense to use on your kids. You don’t want to ALWAYS bribe your kids, but there are some times you want to. Today, Emily and …

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How to Manage Performance Nerves

May 20, 2024May 8, 2014 by valplowman
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Get 9 tips to help you or your child overcome performance nerves. It can be scary to perform. These tips can help you relax and perform well. A little over …

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Communicating Acceptance not Rejection to Kids

April 15, 2024April 10, 2014 by valplowman

Get 5 tips to communicate that you accept your child for who they are and do not reject them. Create a nurturing, safe, and orderly household. by Rachel Norman Most …

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Categories Parenting Tags BFBN, communication, Guest Post 1 Comment

Parent vs. Friend {Guest Post}

February 26, 2024February 13, 2014 by valplowman

by Emily Parker Often in our society today the lines between parent and friend become blurred. On social media I often see “My daughter is my best friend!” While there …

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Tips for Traveling with Baby/Toddler: Naps on the Go

January 25, 2024February 12, 2014 by valplowman

Bedtime routine in the hotel! Charlotte in her sleep sack, having a bottle, and reading stories with dad! Allison shared her hotel tips with us last week. This is 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.

Babywise Mom Nap Guide

Schedules and Sleep

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    The Basics of a Dreamfeed

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    Why an Eat/Wake/Sleep Cycle Works to Get Baby Sleeping

  • Early Morning Wakings: What to do when baby wakes early

    Early Morning Wakings: What to do when baby wakes early

  • How Cooler Weather Affects Naps & Outdoor Playtime

    How Cooler Weather Affects Naps & Outdoor Playtime

  • Sample Sleep Schedules for School-Aged Kids

    Sample Sleep Schedules for School-Aged Kids

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