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The Thoughtful Parent

A blog that makes child development approachable.

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Research-Backed Benefits of Being an “Older” Mom

August 14, 2025

Sneak peek: The medical community may tell us about all the risk of “mature” motherhood. However, psychology …

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The Myth of a Stress-Free Childhood

January 13, 2025

Sneak peek: We often think of stress in kids, as a negative. Research helps us see that certain types of childhood …

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Toddler Development: A Research-Based Guide for Parents

August 8, 2025

Toddlerhood can be a challenging time for both parents and kids. Understanding more about toddler development can help …

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Back to School Prep: Tips and Products to Ease the Transition

August 6, 2025

Sneak peek: Back-to-school preparation involves more than just buying school supplies. By tuning into your child’s …

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How I Became a Happier Stay-at-Home Mom {by focusing on 3 simple things}

July 24, 2025

Sneak peek: Focusing on 3 aspects of my stay-at-home mom routine has made all the difference in making daily life more …

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Children Develop at the Pace of Nature, Not Technology 

July 20, 2025

Sneak peek: When was the last time you asked yourself, “Shouldn’t my child know how to do this by …

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Child Psychology Classics: The Mirror Test

September 2, 2024

Sneak peek: What does the “mirror test” in babies tell us about their self-awareness? At some point or …

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The Key to Making Sense of Your Child’s Crankiness: Understanding Growth Spurts

July 12, 2025

Sneak peek: Understanding your child’s growth spurt might just give some meaning to your child’s crankiness. …

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Childhood Independence: Finding the Balance of Holding Tight and Letting go

July 1, 2025

Sneak peek: Do you struggle with childhood independence? Does it feel scary to let your child or teen do things on their …

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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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