Monica Foley, M.Ed., Author at Child Development Institute https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/authors/monicafoley/ Parenting articles, news and tips on raising happy, healthy, successful kids and teens. Mon, 05 Dec 2022 21:49:27 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/CDI_Butterfly-100x100.png Monica Foley, M.Ed., Author at Child Development Institute https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/authors/monicafoley/ 32 32 How to Build Your Child’s Confidence and Self-Esteem https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/parenting/how-to-build-your-childs-confidence-and-self-esteem/ Wed, 10 Aug 2022 02:00:00 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=40268 Self-esteem plays a significant role in the development of healthy children. A recent study published in the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology suggests that a […]

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]]> Does Your Child Act Entitled? How to Reduce Your Child’s Sense of Entitlement. https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/behavior/does-your-child-act-entitled-how-to-reduce-your-childs-sense-of-entitlement/ Fri, 10 Jun 2022 15:03:30 +0000 https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/?p=52241 Parents want their children to succeed, but overindulging or sheltering them can eventually backfire. According to experts, the next generation of adults lives in an […]

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]]> 11 Tips for Becoming a Peaceful and Calm Parent https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/parenting/11-tips-for-becoming-a-peaceful-and-calm-parent/ Mon, 24 Jan 2022 19:47:00 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=39947 Anger and frustration are universal human emotions, but that doesn’t mean you have to be a victim of negative feelings. As adults, we have an […]

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]]> Thanksgiving is Almost Here: Start Reducing Holiday Stress Now https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/holiday-seasonal-family/11-proven-ways-to-reduce-holiday-stress/ Sun, 07 Nov 2021 21:30:00 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=40178 While the holidays can create some of the happiest moments in your life, they can also cause a great deal of stress. On top of […]

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]]> A Parent’s Guide to Screen-Free Activities for Kids https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/child-activities/a-parents-guide-to-screen-free-activities-for-kids/ Sun, 07 Jul 2019 21:00:08 +0000 https://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=40875 Teens in the United States are spending nearly nine hours a day using a digital device, according to a study conducted by Common Sense Media. […]

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]]> 15 Valuable Life Skills to Teach Your Teen as They Prepare for Adulthood https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/development/15-valuable-life-skills-to-teach-your-teen-as-they-prepare-for-adulthood/ Mon, 13 May 2019 22:31:42 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=40530 As a parent, your job is to take care of your children until the day arrives when they can strike out on their own. While […]

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]]> 14 Easy Relaxation Practices to Share With Your Children and Teens https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/parenting/14-easy-relaxation-practices-to-share-with-your-children-and-teens/ Sun, 07 Apr 2019 00:00:04 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=40402 Everyone experiences times when they wish they could relax for a few minutes. Taking a few moments to engage in simple, everyday relaxation techniques will […]

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]]> Set Your Child Up for Success by Teaching Healthy Boundaries https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/development/set-your-child-up-for-success-by-teaching-healthy-boundaries/ Tue, 19 Mar 2019 23:41:53 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=40356 As a parent, you may have wondered how best to help your children learn to make positive choices. One way to set your children up […]

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]]> How to Create Quality Time with Your Family As a Busy Mom or Dad https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/family-building/how-to-create-quality-time-with-your-family-as-a-busy-mom-or-dad/ Sun, 10 Feb 2019 23:05:17 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=40294 Spending quality time with your child has more to do with ordinary daily life than what you might initially expect. It’s simple and meaningful interactions, […]

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]]> How to Talk to Your Teen About Vaping https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/child-health-news/how-to-talk-with-your-teen-about-vaping/ Mon, 21 Jan 2019 17:07:06 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=40237 Recently, the US surgeon general issued an advisory on teen use of e-cigarettes, with experts also stating that it’s reaching epidemic proportions. Alcohol and cigarette […]

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]]> 10 Affordable Gift Ideas for Holiday Shopping on a Budget https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/holiday-seasonal-family/10-affordable-gift-ideas-for-holiday-shopping-on-a-budget/ Mon, 10 Dec 2018 19:54:15 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=40161 The holiday season is all about goodwill, good friends, family, and love. Unfortunately, in our society, we’ve been conditioned to believe that the best way […]

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]]> Stepfamily Success: How to Draw Your Blended Family Closer Together https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/family-building/stepfamily-success-how-to-draw-your-blended-family-closer-together/ Sat, 03 Nov 2018 14:35:47 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=40121 Let’s rewind to the 1970’s. Even if you haven’t seen it, you may have heard about a hit sitcom of the time called, “The Brady […]

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]]> Everyday Practices to Make Your Child Feel Loved https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/family-building/everyday-practices-to-make-your-child-feel-loved/ Sun, 21 Oct 2018 15:44:35 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=40093 Your children need your love, time, and undivided attention. As a parent, you’re likely to be the most significant influence in their lives — it’s […]

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]]> How to Prepare for Your Child’s Parent-Teacher Conference https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/holiday-seasonal-family/how-to-prepare-for-your-childs-parent-teacher-conference/ Wed, 10 Oct 2018 23:30:20 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=40069 Parent-teacher conferences make many parents nervous — еѕресіаllу іf thеir child has behavioral problems or іѕ underperforming. Upon accepting the invitation, as a parent, it may […]

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]]> 10 Traits of a “Good Enough” Parent https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/family-building/10-traits-of-a-good-enough-parent/ Wed, 03 Oct 2018 21:04:10 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=40050 Let’s face it, no one is perfect. That being said, we all know there is no such thing as a perfect parent, even though we […]

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]]> How to Talk to Your Kids about Divorce and Help Them to Cope https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/parenting/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-divorce-and-help-them-to-cope/ Sat, 22 Sep 2018 13:56:07 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=40031 Divorce can put a strain on every member of the family, especially children. It’s often challenging to be positive in a situation like this and […]

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