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The Thoughtful Parent

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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
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    • Research-Backed Real-Life Strategies to Discipline Kids without Yelling
    • Research-Backed Ways to Thrive Through the Toddler Years
  • Child Development
    • A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the 4 Attachment Styles
    • Child Psychology Classics: The Mirror Test
  • Parent Coaching
  • Social-Emotional
    • 7 Ways to Teach Your Child About Kindness
    • 4 Powerful Social-Emotional Lessons Kids are Learning During the Pandemic
  • Temperament
    • Seeing the Unique Gift of Your Child’s Temperament
    • Insights for Parents from the Science of Child Temperament
  • Toddler Development
    • Research-Backed Real-Life Strategies to Discipline Kids without Yelling
    • Research-Backed Ways to Thrive Through the Toddler Years
  • Child Development
    • A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the 4 Attachment Styles
    • Child Psychology Classics: The Mirror Test
  • Parent Coaching

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What Parents Need to Know About Digital Safety for Kids

March 8, 2025

Digital safety, especially for kids, is top of mind for many parents these days. Even if your child or teen …

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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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Why Understanding Your Tween’s Brain Might Just Make You a Better Parent

October 27, 2022

What is Going On With My Tween/Teen’s Brain and Behavior? Common Myths About Tweens and Teens Positive Parenting …

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When You are Unsure What to Say to Your Teen (or Tween), These Books Can Help

March 27, 2022

Although I’m just beginning this journey of teenage parenting, I think open communication must be a key part of …

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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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