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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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Learn How to Have Age Appropriate Expectations of Your Kids (and why it matters for parenting)

August 25, 2025

Sneak peek: Having realistic expectations for age-appropriate behavior in our kids can make a huge difference …

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Why Allowing Your Kids to be Bored is a Savvy Parenting Move

August 22, 2025

Sneak peek: Kids being bored isn’t a bad thing! The benefits of boredom are real if we can help kids through those …

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Raising Compassionate Kids: The Role of Nature and Nurture

August 20, 2025

Sneak peek: Many parents ask: Is compassion natural or learned? Humans have a natural tendency towards compassion but we …

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To Parents on the First Day of Kindergarten: What Your Kids Really Need From You

June 18, 2025

Sneak peek: The first day of kindergarten for parents is almost as big an event as it is for children. While your …

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The Amazing Benefits Of A Mom Tribe For You And Your Baby

August 19, 2025

Sneak peek: All mothers need their community of people who support their role as mothers—the mom tribe. It turns out …

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More Evidence that “Difficult” Babies are Most Influenced by Parents

August 18, 2025

Sneak peek: Research is helping us see the temperamentally difficult baby in a more positive light. With this research …

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Discovering the Role of Temperament in Child Development

October 13, 2020

Sneak Peek: The role of temperament in child development and parenting is sometimes overlooked. Understanding your …

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Seeing the Unique Gift of Your Child’s Temperament

August 18, 2025

Sneak peek: A child’s temperament sets the stage for so much that happens in their life. If your life is …

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Understanding Your Child’s Temperament is the Key to a Better Relationship

August 18, 2025

Sneak peek: Understanding the role of temperament in child development and parenting can open up a world of insight into …

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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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