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The Thoughtful Parent

A blog that makes child development approachable.

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Screen Time Recommendations for Children {by age}

August 13, 2025

Screen time recommendations for children are a hot topic for parents. Parents face ridicule, guilt, and pressure from …

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21 Parenting Blogs to Keep You Inspired, Informed and Sane

October 22, 2023

Sneak peek: Some of the best parenting blogs to help keep you learning and growing as a parent Let’s face …

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I’m Just Tired: Children’s Sleep and the Socioeconomic Status Achievement Gap

March 29, 2011

My 4-year-old son did not get much of a nap yesterday. No big deal, right. He’s just turned 4 and many kids are …

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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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