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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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    • A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the 4 Attachment Styles
    • Child Psychology Classics: The Mirror Test
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the psychology behind video games

The Revealing Reason Why Kids Love Video Games

March 8, 2025

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

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

June 29, 2024

Sneak peek: The benefits of summer camp for kids’ development are amazing. However, research points to one clear …

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kids using screens

Screen Time Recommendations for Kids

December 2, 2023

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

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kids using screens

Creative Ways to Limit Screen Time and Replace It with Family Time

August 5, 2023

Fun, Creative Ways to Limit Screen Time Look at Family Photos Together One of the best ways to limit screen time and …

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online preschool

Preschool is Going Online: Why This is a Huge Mistake

January 14, 2019

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

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

April 2, 2019

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

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

January 28, 2021

{With all the options for screen time for toddlers, it’s hard to know the appropriate guidelines to set for our …

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

February 15, 2017

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

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Helpful Guidelines for Kids’ Screen Time, Movement and Sleep

November 17, 2022

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

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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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