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traditions

Creating Valentine’s Day Traditions Your Family Will Cherish

February 2, 2026February 2, 2026 by valplowman
Two children with hearts and a pink background

Valentine’s Day isn’t just for romance—it’s a beautiful chance to build family connection. This post shares meaningful, age-appropriate Valentine’s Day traditions for families, from simple breakfasts to heartfelt conversations. Choose …

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Valentine’s Day Traditions to Start with Your Family

February 5, 2026January 19, 2026 by valplowman
Girl doing Valentine activities at a table

Traditions are valuable for building family culture. Get lots of ideas for Valentine’s traditions you can start with your family! Valentine’s Day isn’t just for romantic love—it’s the perfect opportunity …

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Elf on the Shelf Alternatives: Fun Ways to Celebrate Without Daily Pressure

January 5, 2026December 8, 2025 by valplowman

Want Christmas magic without the Elf on the Shelf stress? Here are simple, meaningful, low-prep alternatives your kids will love—from kindness cards to book countdowns and activity jars. Keep the …

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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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Fun and Simple Easter Traditions for Families

March 6, 2025March 7, 2019 by valplowman
toddler opening Easter egg on the grass next to an Easter basket

Fun and Simple Easter Traditions for Families. 8 great traditions your children will love to do year after year as you celebrate Easter. Children love traditions. It doesn’t matter how …

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How to Create A Strong Family Culture

August 10, 2020March 12, 2018 by valplowman
How to Create A Strong Family Culture to keep your relationship with your children strong

How to Create A Strong Family Culture to keep your relationship with your children strong   We have a new principal at school this year. Change can be scary and …

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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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