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The Thoughtful Parent

A blog that makes child development approachable.

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A New Approach for Encouraging Children to Cooperate

July 15, 2025

Sneak peek: One of the most common questions I hear is about how to get children to cooperate. Typical advice usually …

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Book Review: The Curiosity Cycle

February 1, 2012

Sneak peek: A review of the book The Curiosity Cycle with tips for how to foster your child’s curiosity through …

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Understanding Play Schemas: How Repetitive Play Builds Your Child’s Brain

April 2, 2026

Sneak peek: Learn about play schemas and what they mean for your child’s development. Discover how these patterns …

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The Preschool Tour Checklist to Help Choose the Right Preschool for Your Child

March 31, 2026

Sneak peek: Looking for a preschool tour checklist to guide you as you visit schools? This checklist will help you ask …

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Simple but Effective Calming Strategies Every Family Should Know

March 28, 2026

Sneak peek: These calm activities for preschoolers can help them learn how to manage big emotions, both in the classroom …

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Why is Positive Parenting Important and How Does it Help My Child?

March 24, 2026

Sneak peek: We hear the phrase “positive parenting advice,” but what does it really mean? An overview of …

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Classic Baby Books that Boost Brain Development

March 23, 2026

Sneak peek: What are the best books for newborns? New research helps us sort through classic baby books and points to a …

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The Fascinating Reason Why You Should Care About Your Baby’s Babbling

January 17, 2026

Sneak peek: Is babbling in infants a good sign for their development? Your babbling baby sure is cute, but are those …

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The Fascinating Roller Coaster of Child Development: Physical and Cognitive Growth Spurts

March 23, 2026

Sneak peek: We all know that children (and teens) have periods of rapid growth. But when can we expect these growth …

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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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