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Child Development Classics

Understanding Your Child’s Temperament is the Key to a Better Relationship

Child Development Classics, Temperament · March 25, 2009

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Sneak peak: Understanding the role of temperament children's development and parenting in  can open up a world of insight into their …

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More Evidence that “Difficult” Babies are Most Influenced by Parents

Child Development Classics, Temperament · December 8, 2020

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Research is helping us see the temperamentally difficult baby in a more positive light. With this research in mind, parents can be …

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Classic Baby Books that Boost Brain Development

Child Development Classics · December 1, 2020

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

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Child Psychology Classics: The Mirror Test

Child Development Classics · November 4, 2020

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At some point or another many parents have placed their infant in front of a mirror and wondered if their child could understand that it was …

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Electronic versus Traditional Toys: What They Mean for Infant Development

Child Development Classics · November 13, 2020

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Sneak peek: The debate over electronic versus traditional toys for kids has only increased in recent years as high-tech toys have taken over …

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The Key to Making Sense of Your Child’s Crankiness: Understanding Toddler Growth Spurts

Child Development Classics, Toddler Development · June 11, 2019

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{How understanding toddler growth spurts might just give some meaning to your child's crankiness. P.S. it's helpful for older kids …

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The Thoughtful Parent’s Guide to Attachment Theory

Child Development Classics · September 19, 2019

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

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What Every Parent Needs to Know about Attachment Parenting

Child Development Classics, Uncategorized · September 29, 2020

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Sneak peek: A simple introduction to attachment parenting and how it differs from attachment theory. The first time I was introduced to the …

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How Breaking the Attachment Parenting “Rules” Taught Me One of the Best Lessons

Child Development Classics · April 13, 2017

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Sneak peek: What is attachment parenting and how does it differ from attachment theory? A new outlook on parenting emerged as I learned the …

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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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