Yes, teens love technology, but they also love…
Yes, teens love technology, but they also love sport, hanging out with friends, music, exploring nature, and creative hobbies. Encourage a balanced lifestyle for your teenager!
Yes, kids love technology but they also love…
Yes, kids love technology But they also love riding bikes, muddy puddles, Lego, climbing trees & felt pens! Embrace a balanced childhood!
Addicted to Screens, Rushed into Love: The Smartphone Dilemma for Parents of Teens
I was 15 when I first fell in love. I sat on the hand accidentally of Tom in ‘The Cat’s Whisker’s’ in Streatham watching Tina Charles sing her UK no. 1 hit “I Love to Love (But My Baby Loves to Dance)” in 1976. It was a friendship that lasted 30 years. When I was […]
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, when BBC news spoke to a group of teenagers at Rosshall Academy, in Glasgow, all of them said they used adult ages for their social media accounts […]
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 crucial part of parenting. One small but powerful habit you can encourage in your children is the practice of switching off their devices themselves. Why […]
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 hour before bedtime.Research from the National Sleep Foundation highlights that iPads, smartphones, and tablets emit strong […]
‘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 say the results of experiment with smartphones are ‘beyond worrying’ Two part series Swiped tackles the timely issue of the impact […]
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 feel foreign. For children growing up in this environment, the ability to spend time alone—and enjoy it—is a skill that often goes […]
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 help kick start the conversations. In an era where digital connectivity […]
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 started dating Mia, a girl from his school, Emma quickly noticed the whirlwind pace of their relationship. What once seemed like innocent puppy […]