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Encouraging Kids to Switch Off Devices Themselves: A Small Habit with BIG Benefits!

Credit: Freepik Encouraging Kids to Switch Off Devices Themselves Is A Small Habit with BIG Benefits! In today’s digital age, screens are everywhere, and managing screen time has become a...

5 Quick Ways to Encourage Healthy Internet Use.

One of the most frequent questions I get asked on my Navigating the Digital Jungle podcast is: “How do I get my kids off screens?” Here are my top five simple tips to help: No screens at least one...

‘Swiped: The School That Banned Smartphones.’ New Channel 4 documentary shows just how bad mobile phones are for YOUR children

Research from a new Channel 4documentary shows just how bad mobile phones can be for children in terms of their mood and sleep patterns. Matt and Emma Willis front Swiped on Channel 4 and they...

Solitude is not Loneliness. Why Kids Need Time Alone – Off Devices

  Solitude: Teaching Children to Trust Their Own Thoughts and Feelings In a world filled with constant distractions, from the buzz of notifications to the pull of screens, the idea of solitude can...

Navigating the Privacy Paradox: Understanding Your Teen’s Online Behaviour & Talking WITH Them About It!

I was working with a Dad of a 17 year old and a 15 year old and we were discussing online safety and how to talk to his teens without sounding like a fuddy duddy so I gave him some scripts to use to...

How Smartphones Speed Up Teen Relationships

When Love Speeds Ahead: How Smartphones Fuel Teen Relationship Intensity As a mother, Emma always tried to give her 15-year-old son, Jake, the space to grow into his independence. But when Jake...

Smartphones vs. Social Media: What Every Parent Needs to Know

Credit: Freepik I’ve been really pondering the distinctions and listening to the debates around giving children smartphones versus access to social media. Smartphones vs. Social Media: Understanding...

Family Traditions in the Digital Age: How to Keep Christmas Magical Without the Screens

Christmas is a time for creating cherished memories, from decorating the tree to enjoying festive meals and spending quality time with family. However, in today’s digital age, technology can often...

Christmas Pester Power Around Digital Devices: How to Respond with Confidence

The holiday season brings joy, festivities, and often an influx of wish lists from children. In today’s digital age, those lists are increasingly dominated by requests for the latest gadgets, gaming...