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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

Social-Emotional Development

Little Boys Need Help with Big Emotions

November 4, 2014

  If you are a parent of a young boy you know that, despite the cultural stereotypes, boys feel strong emotions …

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I’m Just Tired: Children’s Sleep and the Socioeconomic Status Achievement Gap

March 29, 2011

My 4-year-old son did not get much of a nap yesterday. No big deal, right. He’s just turned 4 and many kids are …

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When You are Unsure What to Say to Your Teen (or Tween), These Books Can Help

March 27, 2022

Although I’m just beginning this journey of teenage parenting, I think open communication must be a key part of …

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7 Ways to Teach Your Child About Kindness

June 24, 2020

“Being kind to others feels good. It helps take our attention off of our own troubles, and also creates a feeling of …

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Self-Regulation in Toddlers: Why Language Matters More for Boys

November 2, 2010

{The development of self-regulation in toddlers takes a lot of modeling and patience on the part of parents. Although …

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Toddlers Have Big Emotions. Insight from Research on How to Respond

June 18, 2019

{One key aspect of toddler emotional development is learning to cope with big emotions. Research gives us insight into …

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Acts of Kindness for Kids: Ideas Kids Can Do While Stuck at Home

March 24, 2020

Sneak peek: Acts of kindness for kids at home that can help children cope with this difficult time by providing a way to …

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4 Powerful Social-Emotional Lessons Kids are Learning During the Pandemic

August 5, 2020

As the weeks of quarantine and staying at home have passed by, more and more articles have popped up discussing the …

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3 Top Tips for Raising a Kind Child: Realistic Ideas for Parents

July 29, 2017

{Nurturing a kind child is a goal for most parents. Research helps us find ways to model and foster kindness in 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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