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The Thoughtful Parent

The Thoughtful Parent

A blog that makes child development approachable.

  • Social-Emotional
    • 7 Ways to Teach Your Child About Kindness
    • 4 Powerful Social-Emotional Lessons Kids are Learning During the Pandemic
  • Temperament
    • Seeing the Unique Gift of Your Child’s Temperament
    • Insights for Parents from the Science of Child Temperament
  • Toddler Development
    • Research-Backed Real-Life Strategies to Discipline Kids without Yelling
    • Research-Backed Ways to Thrive Through the Toddler Years
  • Child Development
    • A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the 4 Attachment Styles
    • Child Psychology Classics: The Mirror Test
  • Parent Coaching

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Parenting Your Strong-Willed Child with an Eye to the Future

May 13, 2025

Sneak peek: Parenting strong-willed children comes with its own unique set of challenges. By focusing on …

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Parenting Your Strong-Willed Child to Help Them Find Their True Gifts

August 18, 2025

Sneak peek: Parenting a strong-willed child is no easy task. Tips from a seasoned mom and parenting consultant on how to …

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

June 13, 2025

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

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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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Toys for Emotional Development: Gifts that Keep Giving

July 24, 2025

Sneak peek: Social emotional learning toys don’t have to be boring. These ideas will keep your kids growing, …

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More Than Deep Breathing: The Science of Coping Strategies

July 22, 2025

Sneak peek: We often hear about coping strategies for kids to help with emotional regulation, but they’re …

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A New Approach for Encouraging Children to Cooperate

July 15, 2025

Sneak peek: One of the most common questions I hear is about how to get children to cooperate. Typical advice usually …

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The Secret to Raising Happy Kids: Don’t Focus on Happiness

July 14, 2025

Sneak peek: The key for how to raise a happy child is, ironically, to focus less on happiness. As I explored this topic …

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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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