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A blog that makes child development approachable.

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Building Emotional Intelligence Through Everyday Interactions with Your Kids

April 6, 2021

Why Emotional Skills Matter The Development of Emotional Intelligence How to Foster Emotional Intelligence Boost …

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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