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A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the 4 Attachment Styles

Child Development Classics, Uncategorized · September 20, 2018

{The 4 attachment styles are helping in understanding the dynamics of infant-parent bonding} Thanks to my last post, we now understand …

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Emotional Intelligence in Children: How to Develop those Crucial “Soft Skills”

Social-Emotional Development · April 26, 2018

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{Fostering emotional intelligence in children might be one of the most important things you can do to ensure their future success} My …

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The {Reverse} Winter Bucket List that Helps Your Kids Focus on Gratitude

Social-Emotional Development · December 18, 2017

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{Winter bucket lists abound this time of year, but what about an activity that focuses kids on gratitude instead of unrealistic …

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Toys for Emotional Development: Gifts that Keep Giving

Social-Emotional Development · November 25, 2017

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{Toys that foster emotional development don't have to be boring. These ideas will keep kids growing, learning, and having fun.} My …

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The Myth of a Stress-Free Childhood

Social-Emotional Development · July 26, 2016

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{We often think of stress, especially in kids, as a negative. Research helps us see that some stress is a normal part of development and it …

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Difficult Temperament ≠ A Child Destined for Problems: Good Parenting is Key

Temperament · April 9, 2009

I’ve been talking a lot about temperament lately, so when I found this interesting article about the interaction between parenting and …

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Amy I am a wife and mother with a Doctorate in Human Development and Family Sciences. While completing my degree, I realized there was not enough research-based parenting and child development information that was easy to understand for the average parent. Unlike some parenting blogs, I don't pretend to be a parenting expert, but rather a translator of research into a parent-friendly format.
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