Clickbait: What It Is and How Parents Can Help Kids Navigate It

In today’s digital world, children are constantly surrounded by headlines, thumbnails, and videos designed to grab attention—sometimes in ways that aren’t honest or healthy. This is what we call clickbait. While it can seem harmless at first glance, clickbait can influence kids’ expectations, emotions, and even self-esteem. So how can parents help their children recognise and […]

“Dear Sue, My PE Teacher Was Right…”

When a School Newsletter Letter Hit a Nerve – And Sparked a Parenting Pause By Sue Atkins – Navigating the Digital Jungle Dear Sue,I just wanted to comment on something my child’s PE teacher wrote in the school newsletter. It’s been playing on my mind ever since.She gently (but firmly!) called out the number of […]

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 […]

Sue Atkins Digital Jungle 2025 Challenge: Small Changes, Big Difference!

Are you ready to make 2025 the year of balance, connection, and wellbeing? Join me, Sue Atkins, for this simple and achievable challenge designed to help your family find harmony with smartphones and social media. These small steps will make a big difference in your family’s happiness and health. Welcome to the #SueAtkinsDigitalJungle2025Challenge—your guide to […]