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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

Child Development Classics

Classic child development studies and theories include topics such as attachment, self-identity, temperament, and milestones.

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

January 17, 2026

Sneak peek: Is baby babbling a good sign for your infant’s development? Your babbling baby sure is cute, but are …

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Child Psychology Classics: The Mirror Test

January 17, 2026

Sneak peek: What does the “mirror test” in babies tell us about their self-awareness? At some point or …

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Parenting Tips to Try When Nothing Else Seems to Work

January 13, 2026

Sneak peek: Parenting tips to help you understand the “why” behind your child’s behavior. …

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6 Fascinating Newborn Reflexes that May Surprise You

December 16, 2025

Sneak peek: Newborn reflexes are a fascinating aspect of early development. Let’s explore the meaning behind some …

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The Thoughtful Parent’s Guide to Attachment Theory

December 12, 2025

Sneak peek: The concept of attachment in child development is mentioned a lot in the parenting world, but there are many …

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Easy but Powerful Ways to Connect with Your Kids

November 3, 2025

Sneak peek: Finding ways to connect with your child seems like an easy task but in reality, it can be challenging. Try …

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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 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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Foster Empathy in Kids with These Simple But Powerful Acts of Kindness

October 16, 2025

Sneak peek: Acts of kindness for kids to help them grow in empathy and emotional intelligence. Research-backed but easy …

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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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