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The Thoughtful Parent

The Thoughtful Parent

A blog that makes child development approachable.

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    • 7 Ways to Teach Your Child About Kindness
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    • Seeing the Unique Gift of Your Child’s Temperament
    • Insights for Parents from the Science of Child Temperament
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    • Research-Backed Real-Life Strategies to Discipline Kids without Yelling
    • Research-Backed Ways to Thrive Through the Toddler Years
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    • A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the 4 Attachment Styles
    • Child Psychology Classics: The Mirror Test
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The Key to Making Sense of Your Child’s Crankiness: Understanding Growth Spurts

July 12, 2025

Sneak peek: Understanding your child’s growth spurt might just give some meaning to your child’s crankiness. …

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The Scientific Reason Why Yelling at Your Kids Doesn’t Work

October 24, 2025

Sneak peek: Yelling at your kids is not something any parent plans to do, but it happens from time to time. Research …

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The Science-Based Reason Why Experience Gifts are Great for Kids

July 12, 2025

{plus 25+ awesome experience gift ideas} Sneak peek: Looking for some “outside the box” gift ideas that kids …

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7 Ways to Teach Your Child About Kindness

October 22, 2025

I’m thrilled to feature Alexandra Eidens, founder of Big Life Journal, as a guest writer this week. She is a mom …

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What is the Goal of Preschool?

April 18, 2011

Today I’m blogging over at Notes on Parenting on the topic of preschools–what it’s all about and what …

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The Surprising Link Between Your Sleep Expectations and Your Baby’s Sleep

October 22, 2025

Sneak peek: We all go into parenting with expectations about our children’s behavior. How might these expectations …

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The Hidden Power of Hand-Clapping Songs: How Simple Rhythms Boost Kids’ Learning

October 21, 2025

Sneak peek: Hand-clapping songs do more than entertain your child—they strengthen their memory, coordination, and even …

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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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Why is it Important for Parents to Understand Child Development?

October 17, 2025

Summary: Why is it important for parents to understand child development? Learn how it can open our eyes to wonderful …

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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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