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Fake Birthdays, Real Risks: How Kids Bypass Social Media Rules

‘It’s SO easy to lie’ A number of tech firms have recently announced measures to make social media safer for young people, such as Instagram launching “teen accounts.” However...

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...