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The Thoughtful Parent

A blog that makes child development approachable.

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    • 7 Ways to Teach Your Child About Kindness
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    • Seeing the Unique Gift of Your Child’s Temperament
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    • Research-Backed Real-Life Strategies to Discipline Kids without Yelling
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    • Child Psychology Classics: The Mirror Test
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Research-backed tips for choosing the best toys for toddlers

September 12, 2022

Which toddler toys are best for children’s development (according to research) “However, one trend that is …

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“Difficult” Temperament ≠ A Child Destined for Problems: Sensitive Parenting is Key

December 10, 2022

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“Difficult” Temperament ≠ A Child Destined for Problems: Sensitive Parenting is Key

April 9, 2009

Sneak peek: Babies with a “difficult” temperament can sometimes pose challenges to parents as they strain …

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Do Parents Need to Apologize for Their Children Acting Like…Children?

July 1, 2022
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How Ditching the Attachment Parenting Principles Made Me a Better Parent

August 20, 2022

Sneak peek: What are the main attachment parenting principles? How do they differ from attachment theory? A new outlook …

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Fussy Babies and Later Behavior: Complex Results

April 26, 2011

If you are the parent of an especially fussy or colicky baby, you may wonder whether their temperament at this early age …

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Discover the Best Way to Foster Cooperation in Your Toddler

September 10, 2019

  Why is it Important to Give Toddlers Choices In order to understand why offering choices is important, …

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Why Understanding Your Tween’s Brain Might Just Make You a Better Parent

October 27, 2022

What is Going On With My Tween/Teen’s Brain and Behavior? Common Myths About Tweens and Teens Positive Parenting …

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Learn How to Have Age Appropriate Expectations of Your Kids (and why it matters for parenting)

February 13, 2021

Unrealistic Expectations Make Parenting More Difficult Why are Age-Appropriate Expectations Important? Developmentally …

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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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