Doxing: What Parents Need to Know and How to Talk to Your Child About It
Credit: Freepik As our children spend more time online—chatting with friends, gaming, sharing videos, or scrolling through social media—it’s vital that we understand the risks they might face. One of the lesser-known, but very real, dangers is something called doxing. Let’s explore what it is, why it matters, and most importantly, how you can talk […]
The Digital Jungle Dilemmas
Group Chats, Ghosting & Screenshots — A Preteen Soap Opera Welcome to the Digital Jungle Dilemmas — Your Support for Parenting in a Screen-Filled World! Parenting today often feels like posting live from the middle of a digital jungle — full of unexpected twists, noisy notifications, and the challenge of keeping up with every screen […]
Beyond the Screen – Why True School Readiness Starts Offline
School Ready, Tech Smart Welcome to my new School Readiness & Tech: Article Series When we talk about getting children ready for school, technology often enters the conversation early. Parents are bombarded with messages about apps that claim to teach toddlers to read, online platforms promising to make maths fun, and screens marketed as tools […]
Sleep & Screens: Navigating the Digital Jungle at Bedtime 💤 📱
Sleep is the unsung hero of healthy development – yet in homes across the country, it’s under siege from glowing screens, pinging notifications, and endless scrolling. Whether it’s a toddler transfixed by cartoons or a teen watching TikToks past midnight, devices are distracting, stimulating, and interfering with one of the most essential parts of family […]
How to Say “No” Without Being the Bad Guy: Navigating Social Media Rules With Your Daughter
I was sent in this great question from an attendee on my recent Behind the Selfie: Girls, Social Media, and Self-Esteem Struggles Power Hour Webinar It’s such a common and totally understandable feeling — no one wants to be the “fun sponge” parent, especially when it’s something their child loves, and all their friends are […]
What is Screen Time Costing our Children in the Early Years?
In a world where screens are everywhere—from smart TVs and tablets to phones in our pockets—it’s no surprise that even our youngest children are being drawn into the digital swirl. But as technology becomes more embedded in daily life, a growing body of research is urging us to pause and ask: What is screen time costing […]
Inclusive Digital Parenting for LGBTQ+ Families: Supporting Identity and Safety in the Digital World
In a time when conversations about LGBTQ+ rights and acceptance are increasingly in the spotlight — from political debates to cultural shifts — parenting in the digital age comes with unique challenges. Figures like Donald Trump have reignited discussions about inclusion, equality, and representation, often creating polarising narratives. For LGBTQ+ families, this makes it even […]
Generation Beta Have Arrived! But the BIG Question is: How Do We Raise Them?
The next wave of children are arriving, and they’ve been given a name—Generation Beta. But the big question is: How do we raise Generation Beta to thrive in a world of AI, climate change, and constant connectivity? Born between 2025 and 2039, these children will grow up in a world more technologically advanced, environmentally challenged, and […]
Talking, Not Typing: Teaching Kids the Joy of Face-to-Face Connection
The Power of Human Connection: Why It Matters and How Parents & Educators Can Foster It In today’s digital world, children and teens are more connected than ever—yet studies show they are also experiencing record levels of loneliness and social anxiety. Meaningful, in-person relationships remain a key factor in emotional well-being, resilience, and long-term success. […]
🛜 Safer Internet Day is the UK’s biggest celebration of online safety 🛜But internet safety isn’t just for one day—it’s EVERY day!
🛜 Safer Internet Day is the UK’s biggest celebration of online safety 🛜 Each year they cover an online issue or theme that speaks about the things young people are seeing and experiencing online. This year #SaferInternetDay will be focusing on the issue of scams online and for young people, how to protect themselves and […]
