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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
    • Research-Backed Ways to Thrive Through the Toddler Years
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    • A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the 4 Attachment Styles
    • Mirror Test for Babies: When Do They Recognize Themselves?
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    • When Do You Start Potty Training?
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Parenting Research

The Rewards and Struggles of Working at Home with Kids

October 27, 2020

Q & A with Karissa Tunis, Co-author of ‘Parenting While Working From Home’ How do you focus on work without hurting …

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Seeing Your Child’s Behavior as Communication and Why This Matters for Parenting

March 31, 2021

Understanding Child Behavior The Four Whys of Behavior @import …

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More Than Just the Milk: Why Breastfeeding Struggles Don’t Have to Define Motherhood

May 19, 2026

Sneak peek: Breastfeeding struggles in the first months of motherhood are common but they don’t have to ruin those …

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Will Co-Sleeping with My Kids Ruin My Marriage? Research-Based Answers

May 19, 2026

Sneak peek: Does co-sleeping affect marriage? This issue is a common question among parents. Luckily, research offers us …

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The 6 Best Books for Parents of Toddlers (That Are Actually Backed by Research)

October 16, 2025

Sneak peek: Raising a toddler is full of discoveries and its fair share of challenges. Rely on some of the best …

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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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Best Parenting Books for Every Stage (Backed by Research)

June 19, 2025

Sneak peek: Some of the best parenting books that I’ve found to provide real, useful research-based …

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How to Stop Yelling as a Parent: A Science-Backed Way to Stay Calm

May 7, 2026

Sneak peek: Wondering how to stop yelling as a parent? Learn a simple, science-backed approach using self-talk and …

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The Benefits of Boredom for Kids: A Key to Creativity

August 22, 2025

Sneak peek: Kids being bored isn’t a bad thing! The benefits of boredom for kids are real if we can help kids …

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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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