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The Thoughtful Parent

A blog that makes child development approachable.

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    • 7 Ways to Teach Your Child About Kindness
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    • Seeing the Unique Gift of Your Child’s Temperament
    • Insights for Parents from the Science of Child Temperament
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    • Research-Backed Real-Life Strategies to Discipline Kids without Yelling
    • Research-Backed Ways to Thrive Through the Toddler Years
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The Myth of a Stress-Free Childhood

January 13, 2025

Sneak peek: We often think of stress in kids, as a negative. Research helps us see that certain types of childhood …

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Looking Beyond “Quality vs. Quantity” Time with Kids

April 30, 2015

As a person trained in the methodology of family science, there is nothing that bothers me more than when the media …

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Surprisingly Helpful Calming Activities for Super-active Kids

February 19, 2024

 A list of slightly unconventional calming activities for kids when the usual suggestions don’t work. Helpful …

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Understanding How Stress and Adverse Childhood Experiences Affect Children’s Development

August 21, 2021
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There is No “Quiet Quitting” When it Comes to Parenting. But Here’s What You Can Do to Feel Less Overwhelmed

August 23, 2022

In Parenting, Quiet Quitting Really Isn’t an Option Strategies to Try When Parenting Feels Overwhelming Related …

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Research-Backed Benefits of Being an “Older” Mom

August 28, 2018

{The medical community may tell us about all the risk of “mature” motherhood. However, psychology is showing …

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“Diaper Need” is About More than Just Diapers

September 17, 2014

Well, I am actually back to writing (at least periodically) here at The Thoughtful Parent. I hope there are still some …

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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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