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Managing Sibling Conflict When Kids Are Home Together All Day

June 10, 2026 by valplowman
Kaitlyn, Brayden, McKenna, and Brinley on a hike in the mountains

Sibling fights feel nonstop when kids are home together all day — but conflict doesn’t have to control your home. Here are practical ways to reduce tension, build connection, and …

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Homeschooling is on the Rise in 2022: Is It Right For Your Family 

March 28, 2022 by valplowman
Homeschooling mom helping her son

There are many good reasons to homeschool and many good reasons to public school. Find out if homeschooling is right for you and how to get started. Guest post School …

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How I am Prepping My Kids for the 2020-2021 School Year

August 13, 2020August 13, 2020 by valplowman
A mom and her four kids

No matter how you plan to do school this 2020-2021 school year, there are many things you can do to set your kid up for success! Whether you are a …

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How To Liven Up Your Homeschool Routine For Little Ones

March 28, 2022June 10, 2020 by valplowman
Mom and daughter homeschooling

Tips for homeschooling your little ones. How to keep things interesting and keep your kiddos engaged when learning at home. Alongside the looming presence of Covid-19, lots of parents are …

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Homeschooling with a Newborn: 6 Tips for Success

March 28, 2022June 3, 2020 by valplowman
Homeschool family

6 helpful tips for successfully homeschooling with a newborn. Learn how to balance your day to be able to homeschool and take care of a new baby. by Alyssa Hulme …

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Categories Education Tags Guest Post, homeschooling, newborns 2 Comments

Helpful Hints for the Sudden and Temporary Homeschooling Parent

June 5, 2020March 15, 2020 by valplowman
Kids during homeschooling

5 hints to make your days pleasant while homeschooling your kids. Get a sample schedule as well as a list of helpful resources. by Kimberly Irish From one Babywise mom …

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3 Key Parenting Principles that Shaped our Homeschool

August 7, 2019 by valplowman
Child writing on paper at home

Learn three key parenting tips to be successful with your homeschool. You can have a peaceful homeschool experience with these 3 principles. by Belinda Letchford When we start homeschooling we …

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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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