{The 4 parenting attachment styles are helpful in understanding the dynamics of bonding} Thanks to my last post, we now understand the …
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What Being a Stay-at-Home Mom Taught Me About Child Development (that a Ph.D. didn’t!)
{I may have a Ph.D. in Human Development, but the best child development lessons I've learned in child development have been by being a …
The Art and Science of Raising a Sensitive Boy (Without Crushing his Spirit)
Sneak peek: Raising a sensitive boy in our culture that does not value boys' emotions can be challenging. However, with careful observation …
Why You Should Bother Reading Child Development Research
Sneak peek: Parents base many of their decisions on intuition, so why even bother reading child development blogs? Why research still …
More Evidence that “Difficult” Babies are Most Influenced by Parents
{Research is helping us see temperamentally "difficult" babies in a more positive light. With this research in mind, parents can be …
The Overlooked Aspect of a Child’s Personality That Can Have a Powerful Effect on Your Parenting
{A basic overview of temperament in children and the role it plays in child development} What is Temperament and Where Does it Come …
Electronic versus Traditional Toys: What They Mean for Infant Development
Sneak peek: The debate over electronic versus traditional toys for kids has only increased in recent years as high-tech toys have taken over …
The Thoughtful Parent’s Guide to Attachment Theory
Sneak peek: The concept of attachment in child development is mentioned a lot in the parenting world, but there are many misconceptions …
The 13 Top Parenting Books for Research-Based Guidance
{Some of the top parenting books that I've found to provide real, useful research-based guidance. When facing parenting struggles, turn to …