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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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Friday Favorites #3

May 28, 2021
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7 Ways to Teach Your Child About Kindness

June 24, 2020

“Being kind to others feels good. It helps take our attention off of our own troubles, and also creates a feeling of …

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5 Best Tips for a Child-Centered Disney Vacation

January 31, 2013

{A big trip with high expectations can turn out to be not so kid-friendly. A few Disney vacation tips for exploring with …

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Friday Favorites #5

April 30, 2021
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Friday Favorites #6

April 23, 2021
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Friday Favorites #2

March 26, 2021
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Self-Regulation in Toddlers: Why Language Matters More for Boys

November 2, 2010

{The development of self-regulation in toddlers takes a lot of modeling and patience on the part of parents. Although …

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Toddlers Have Big Emotions. Insight from Research on How to Respond

June 18, 2019

{One key aspect of toddler emotional development is learning to cope with big emotions. Research gives us insight into …

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Friday Favorites #1

March 13, 2021

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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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