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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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    • When Do You Start Potty Training?
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Back to School Prep: Tips and Products to Ease the Transition

August 6, 2025

Sneak peek: Back-to-school preparation involves more than just buying school supplies. By tuning into your child’s …

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More Than Deep Breathing: The Science of Coping Strategies

July 22, 2025

Sneak peek: We often hear about coping strategies for kids to help with emotional regulation, but they’re …

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Childhood Independence: Finding the Balance of Holding Tight and Letting go

July 1, 2025

Sneak peek: Do you struggle with childhood independence? Does it feel scary to let your child or teen do things on their …

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Understanding Cyberbullying: The Kind of Bullying We Can’t See

January 26, 2022

We are a digital world. Ever since the start of the internet, we’ve been on a slippery technological slide that’s …

Continue ReadingUnderstanding Cyberbullying: The Kind of Bullying We Can’t See
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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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