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Little Boys Need Help with Big Emotions

Social-Emotional Development · November 4, 2014

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

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Are Our Boys Failing or Are We Failing Our Boys? Research Behind the “Boy Achievement Crisis”

Play-Based Learning · January 12, 2017

As a boy mom myself, I always bristle a little when I hear media reports of a "boy achievement crisis." Every few months it seems we hear …

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

Toddler Development · March 19, 2021

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

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

Social-Emotional Development, Toddler Development · November 2, 2010

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

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The Art and Science of Raising a Sensitive Boy (Without Crushing his Spirit)

Temperament · September 15, 2018

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Sneak peek: Raising a sensitive boy in our culture that does not value boys' emotions can be challenging. However, with careful observation …

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Why Art and Crafts for Boys Still Matter for Child Development

Play-Based Learning · March 16, 2017

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{Finding art and crafts for boys can be challenging. Learning more about how children doing art benefits their development has helped us …

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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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