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The Thoughtful Parent

A blog that makes child development approachable.

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    • Seeing the Unique Gift of Your Child’s 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
    • Mirror Test for Babies: When Do They Recognize Themselves?
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    • When Do You Start Potty Training?
    • Potty Training Readiness Quiz

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The 10+ Best Advent Calendars for Toddlers

September 10, 2026

Sneak peek: With SO many Advent calendars out there, what’s the best pick for a toddler Advent calendar? Some …

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When Do Babies Start Babbling? Stages of Babbling Explained

September 9, 2026

Sneak peek: When do babies start babbling? Learn when babbling begins, the different types of babbling, and how you can …

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Executive Functioning in Early Childhood: 7 Skills + Research-Backed Activities

January 9, 2023

Sneak peek: We hear a lot about executive functioning in early childhood in parenting and education circles …

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25 Best Parenting Blogs

January 22, 2026

Sneak peek: As a child development writer (and mom!), I read a lot of parenting blogs. These are some of the best …

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Perspective Taking and Theory of Mind: How Kids Learn Empathy

August 27, 2026

Sneak peek: The development of social skills and perspective taking or Theory of Mind in kids is one of those milestones …

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Potty Training with Rewards: What the Research Actually Says

August 11, 2026

Sneak peek: Stickers, treats, and sticker charts are one of the most popular potty training strategies out there, but …

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Why Yelling at Kids Doesn’t Work (Research-Backed) + What To Do Instead

August 6, 2026

Sneak peek: Yelling at your kids is not something any parent plans to do, but it happens from time to time. Research …

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Self-Regulation in Toddlers: Why Language Skills Matter Most for Boys

December 7, 2025

The development of emotional regulation in toddlers takes a lot of modeling and patience on the part of …

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21+ Best Developmental Toys for Toddlers, by Skill (2026 Guide)

August 1, 2026

Sneak peek: Looking for the best developmental toys for toddlers? Discover research-backed toys that support language, …

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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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