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Research-Backed Real-Life Strategies to Discipline Kids without Yelling

Parenting Research, Toddler Development · May 5, 2020

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Even under the best circumstances, parenting young kids is challenging. They are physically very capable--they can run, climb (on …

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Toddler Development: A Research-Based Guide for Parents

Toddler Development · September 9, 2019

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

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The Scientific Reason Why Toddlers Whine (and how to lessen it)

Social-Emotional Development, Toddler Development · January 21, 2023

Sneak peek: Toddler whining (or even among older kids) is one of those universal parenting challenges that parents lament. Ideas for …

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The Scientific Reason Why Yelling at Your Kids Doesn’t Work

Parenting Research · April 7, 2022

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{Yelling at your kids is not something any parent plans to do, but it happens from time to time. Research helps us learn why yelling doesn't …

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Yelling at Your Kids? Discover the True Reason Why

Parenting Research · February 1, 2022

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{Sneak peek: Learning how to parent without yelling takes more than just willpower and good intentions. Uncovering the true reason why you …

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Amazingly Common (but unhelpful) Myths About Strong-Willed Children

Temperament, Uncategorized · May 29, 2021

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{Sneak peek: A new look at the research on how to discipline the strong-willed child. Understand your strong-willed child in a new …

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5 Evidenced-Backed Tips to Improve Communication with Your Child

Parenting Research · March 9, 2017

Are you familiar with the 3 basic parenting styles: authoritative, authoritarian, and permissive? Before the media took hold of parenting …

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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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