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The Thoughtful Parent

The Thoughtful Parent

A blog that makes child development approachable.

  • Social-Emotional
    • 7 Ways to Teach Your Child About Kindness
    • 4 Powerful Social-Emotional Lessons Kids are Learning During the Pandemic
  • Temperament
    • Seeing the Unique Gift of Your Child’s Temperament
    • Insights for Parents from the Science of Child Temperament
  • Toddler Development
    • Research-Backed Real-Life Strategies to Discipline Kids without Yelling
    • Research-Backed Ways to Thrive Through the Toddler Years
  • Child Development
    • A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the 4 Attachment Styles
    • Child Psychology Classics: The Mirror Test
  • Parent Coaching

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How to Give Your Child a 1980s Childhood {and it’s backed by research!}

April 2, 2019

Sneak peak: Many of us have fond memories of growing up in the 80s and want our kids to experience some of that freedom …

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The Hidden Effect of Early Childhood Education

August 10, 2019

{Preschool doesn’t change kids’ IQ. The benefits of early childhood education are much more subtle but …

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Toddlers Really Do Have Their Own Language

March 1, 2010

If it seems like your toddler speaks their own language, that might be the case (sort of). Research gives us insight …

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Comprehensive List of Educational Resources for Kids During School Closures

March 13, 2020

Many of us were expecting it, but the day has come when most of us are experiencing school closures due to the …

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The Rewards and Struggles of Working at Home with Kids

October 27, 2020

Q & A with Karissa Tunis, Co-author of ‘Parenting While Working From Home’ How do you focus on work without hurting …

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One Research-Backed Way to Handle Toddler Tantrums

August 17, 2020

Sneak peek: Toddler tantrums are normal but very frustrating. Research helps guide us in a slightly unconventional way …

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Research Meets Real Life: Proven Ways to Manage Toddler Screen Time

January 28, 2021

{With all the options for screen time for toddlers, it’s hard to know the appropriate guidelines to set for our …

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Research-Backed Ways to Thrive Through the Toddler Years

February 14, 2020

Whether you are new to toddler parenting or an experienced parent of toddlers, you know that dealing with toddler …

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Why Your Facebook Feed Might be Making You Feel Like a Bad Parent

February 15, 2017

{Research now shows that social comparison is a real phenomenon; it’s not just in your head. Ideas for how to get …

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Amy Webb
As a mom of two young boys, I’ve seen first-hand how research-based child development information, combined with intuition, can guide you through your parenting journey. Although I have a Ph.D.in Human Development and Family Sciences, many of my real parenting discoveries have come through my experience. I believe parenting with confidence comes from knowledge; parenting with grace comes from insight. Join me on this parenting journey of learning and discovery

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