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Distracted by Your Device? This Parenting Research Will Change Your Perspective {Printable}

Parenting Research · August 8, 2017

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{New research is showing the impact of digitally distracted parents. How we can change our perspective and put technology in its place {plus …

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Research-Backed Tips for Prioritizing Parenting Presence (in a tech-saturated world)

Parenting Research · January 3, 2021

Sneak peek: Insights into why parents on phones can impact family life. Ways to prioritize presence and put technology in its place,I got my …

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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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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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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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Parenting Humor: Kids’ Letters to Santa {plus a fun way to keep the magic alive}

Uncategorized · December 12, 2012

{Do you kids still believe in Santa? A sampling of some fun, good Santa letters from kids. Plus, a simple tool to help to keep the Santa …

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Learning in an iPhone World

Uncategorized · December 9, 2010

As the prevalence of smart phones has grown in recent years, I have been waiting to see when development researchers would conduct a study …

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5 Parenting Lessons Research Taught Us This Year

Parenting Research · January 5, 2018

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Well, the year 2017 is officially in the history books. Along with it, shelves full of parenting research become part of history too. …

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Research Examines the Link Between “Difficult” Child Behavior and iPad Use

Parenting Research · March 30, 2016

Have you ever handed your iPad or phone to your kid when he/she is fussy? What about when they are having a full-blown tantrum? I'm sure …

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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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