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Preschool is Going Online: Why This is a Huge Mistake

Play-Based Learning · January 14, 2019

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Sneak peek: Online preschool is becoming more common in some areas. Discover why this misguided approach is squandering young children's …

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How to Give Your Child a 1980s Childhood {and it’s backed by research!}

Play-Based Learning · April 2, 2019

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Sneak peak: Many of us have fond memories of growing up in the 80s and want our kids to experience some of that freedom and exploration. A …

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The Revealing Reason Why Kids Love Video Games

Parenting Research · December 30, 2020

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Sneak peek: Parents often ask why are video games addicting to kids? Research gives us some surprising answers about the appeal of video …

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Research Meets Real Life: Proven Ways to Manage Toddler Screen Time

Toddler Development · January 28, 2021

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{With all the options for screen time for toddlers, it's hard to know the appropriate guidelines to set for our children. Let's look at some …

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Why Your Facebook Feed Might be Making You Feel Like a Bad Parent

Parenting Research · February 15, 2017

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{Research now shows that social comparison is a real phenomenon; it's not just in your head. Ideas for how to get past the social media …

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Helpful Guidelines for Kids’ Screen Time, Movement and Sleep

Child Development Classics, Parenting Research · November 17, 2022

Finally, an organization has combined all the guidelines together into one comprehensive guide for parents. The screen time recommendations …

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On SpongeBob, Silence, and the Challenges of Raising a “Digital Native”

Parenting Research · September 27, 2011

You may have noticed that SpongeBob Squarepants was all over the news last week. Who knew a little cartoon character could get so much media …

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The Benefits Of Summer Camp Are Real, But Leave the Phone at Home

Social-Emotional Development · June 20, 2021

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{The benefits of summer camp for kids' development are amazing. However, research points to one clear tip when it comes to technology at …

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screen time recommendations for kids

Parenting Research · December 28, 2017

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Screen time recommendations for kids are a hot topic for parents. Parents face ridicule, guilt and pressure from family members all related …

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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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