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The Thoughtful Parent

A blog that makes child development approachable.

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    • Seeing the Unique Gift of Your Child’s Temperament
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    • Research-Backed Real-Life Strategies to Discipline Kids without Yelling
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The Most Underrated Brain-Boosting Toy in your Kids’ Toy Box

January 17, 2026

Sneak peek:  When kids engage in playing with blocks, it builds real cognitive skills. Some insights into the benefits …

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25 Best Parenting Blogs

January 22, 2026

Sneak peek: As a child development writer (and mom!), I read a lot of parenting blogs. These are some of the best …

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The Best Baby Development Books to Help You Navigate Those Early Months

January 22, 2026

Sneak peek: With so many baby development books on the market, it’s hard to know how to choose. These …

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Why Understanding Your Tween’s Brain Might Just Make You a Better Parent

February 4, 2026

Sneak peek: Parenting tweens can involve a lot of ups and downs as well as big emotions. Be prepared for those …

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Research-Backed Real-Life Strategies to Discipline Kids without Yelling

February 9, 2026

Sneak peek: Learning how to be a better parent without yelling takes intentional effort and patience. Here are some of …

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Meaningful Gift Ideas for New Moms

February 13, 2026

Sneak peek: Becoming a mom for the first time is joyful and exciting, but can also be a bit overwhelming. Support a mom …

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Learning to Play Well with Others: The Best Toys for Social Play

February 23, 2026

Sneak peek: Social play is a complex skill for children to learn. Here’s my collection of the best toys for social …

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What Are Hypnopompic Hallucinations in Children?

March 2, 2026

Seeing your child feeling an unknown symptom or unusual experience can be scary as a parent. That’s why I’m …

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Acts of Kindness for Kids

March 7, 2026

Sneak peek: Acts of kindness for children that can help them learn about caring for others. All of us, even our …

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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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