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

Child Development Classics, Temperament · March 25, 2009

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

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Traditional Toys are Still Better for Babies

Child Development Classics · September 2, 2023

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Sneak peek: Why do traditional toys still matter in an age of high-tech and electronic entertainment for kids? Research helps us see the …

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Parenting Your Strong-Willed Child to Help Them Find Their True Gifts

Child Development Classics, Temperament · August 27, 2023

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Sneak peek: Parenting a strong-willed child is no easy task. Tips from a seasoned mom and parenting consultant on how to adjust your mindset …

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Child Psychology Classics: The Mirror Test

Child Development Classics · August 27, 2023

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Sneak peek: What does the "mirror test" in babies tell us about their self-awareness? At some point or another many parents have placed …

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

Child Development Classics, Social-Emotional Development · July 2, 2023

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

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The Fascinating Roller Coaster of Child Development: Physical and Cognitive Growth Spurts

Child Development Classics, Toddler Development · April 22, 2023

Sneak peek: We all know that children (and teens) have periods of rapid growth. But when can we expect these growth spurts? Let's take a …

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Why NOT Playing It Safe All the Time is Good For Kids’ Development

Child Development Classics, Play-Based Learning · June 24, 2021

Sneak peek: Kids need a bit of "risky play" to learn about themselves and their limits. How we can learn to let kids find their limits? If …

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Understanding How Stress and Adverse Childhood Experiences Affect Children’s Development

Child Development Classics · August 21, 2021

Sneak peek: The stress of pandemic living has raised our attention even more so to how these events affect children's development. A look at …

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Helpful Guidelines for Kids’ Screen Time, Movement and Sleep

Child Development Classics, Parenting Research · November 17, 2022

Finally, an organization has combined all the guidelines together into one comprehensive guide for parents. The screen time recommendations …

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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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