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The Thoughtful Parent

A blog that makes child development approachable.

  • Social-Emotional
    • 7 Ways to Teach Your Child About Kindness
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    • Seeing the Unique Gift of Your Child’s Temperament
    • Insights for Parents from the Science of Child Temperament
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    • 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
    • Mirror Test for Babies: When Do They Recognize Themselves?
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    • When Do You Start Potty Training?
    • Potty Training Readiness Quiz

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The Hidden Way Kids Learn Empathy (and How Parents Can Help)

April 25, 2025

Sneak peek: The development of social skills and perspective taking in kids is one of those milestones that often gets …

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Perspective Taking and Theory of Mind: How Kids Learn Empathy

August 27, 2026

Sneak peek: The development of social skills and perspective taking or Theory of Mind in kids is one of those milestones …

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Unconventional Calming Activities for High Energy Kids (That Actually Work)

August 26, 2026

 Sneak peek: A list of slightly unconventional calming activities for kids when the usual suggestions don’t work. …

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What Does Child Rearing Mean? A Modern Parenting Perspective

August 24, 2026

Sneak peek: What does child rearing really mean? Learn why it matters and the goals behind raising emotionally healthy …

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4 Child Development Milestones Parents Miss (And What They Mean)

August 18, 2026

By Amy Webb, PhD, Human Development and Family Sciences (and mom of two_ Remember when you first brought your baby home? …

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First Day of Kindergarten: What Kids Really Need From Parents

August 14, 2026

Sneak peek: The first day of kindergarten for parents is almost as big an event as it is for children. While your …

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Back-to-School Survival Guide: Navigating the Whole Transition

August 18, 2026

e Sneak peek: This back-to-school survival guide isn’t just a supply checklist — it’s a stage-by-stage guide …

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Back-to-School Preparation 2026: 12 Emotional Tips + Must-Have Supplies

August 12, 2026

August is here, which means back to school is approaching quickly. Some schools, like ours, start back in the middle of …

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A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the 4 Attachment Styles

March 30, 2025

Sneak peek: Understanding attachment styles in children helps explain the dynamics of bonding during the early formative …

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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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