Sue Atkins is an internationally recognised Parenting Expert, Broadcaster, Speaker and Author of the Amazon best-selling books “Parenting Made Easy – How to Raise Happy Children” & “Raising Happy Children for Dummies" one in the famous black and yellow series as well as author of the highly acclaimed Parenting Made Easy CDs, Apps and resources. Her highly acclaimed ‘Can Do Kid Journal for Super Heroes’ gives children the gift of self-esteem and empowers them to become creative, innovative, independent, resourceful, resilient & confident in their own abilities to try new things & able to bounce back after setbacks. She has just launched her new Parenting Club bursting with Quick Win Videos, monthly Webinars & Facebook Lives, exclusive monthly eCourses from toddler to teen and ‘Sue In Conversation With ….’ her exclusive interviews with Experts from around the world. Sue produces ‘The Sue Atkins Parenting Show’ a free weekly podcast which is bursting with Sue’s practical ideas, techniques and down to earth strategies for raising happy, confident, resilient children with strong self esteem. Sue offers practical guidance for bringing up happy, confident, resilient children from toddler to teen. Sue also specialises in supporting families through divorce & created the ‘Divorce Journal for Children’ to help children express, explore and understand some of the strong emotions that they may be feeling and to help them process the divorce for themselves. She has also created a series of Divorce Cards for parents to help start the difficult conversations about the changes that families face when they are going through divorce. She regularly appears on the award-winning flagship ITV show “This Morning,” Sky News, Good Morning Britain and has a weekly ‘Parenting Round Up’ on Eamonn Holmes Drive Time Show on talkRADIO every Tuesday. She also appears on The Jeremy Vine Show on BBC Radio 2 and is the parenting expert for many BBC Radio Stations around the UK. Sue’s parenting articles are published all over the world & to receive her free eBooks bursting with practical tips and helpful advice from toddler to teen log on to www.theSueAtkins.com and download them instantly today.
Here are practical tips for parents to help nurture grit (perseverance and passion for long-term goals) in their children—without pushing them too hard or making it feel like pressure: 💬 1. Model Grit Yourself Kids absorb what they see. Talk openly about your own challenges and how you’re working through them. Phrases like: “This is […]
Children learn to speak by hearing speech — not swiping. But the right tech, used wisely, can support language, not silence it. A child’s brain is wired for words. From birth, they’re tuning into the rhythm, tone and melody of language. And by the time they reach Reception, their vocabulary size is one of the […]
Emotional literacy is a bigger predictor of school success than knowing letters or numbers – and it starts long before the classroom. When we talk about school readiness, we often focus on academic basics – counting to 10, recognising letters, writing their name. But the quiet superpower that often gets overlooked? Emotional regulation. A child’s […]
Building Brains Through Play – Why Messy, Hands-On Learning Beats Apps In a world filled with educational apps and digital flashcards, it’s easy to believe that technology holds the key to early learning. But research — and centuries of childhood wisdom — tell a different story: Before children are ready for school, they must first […]
Unplug to Thrive – The Vital Role of Digital Downtime in Early ChildhoodNurturing imagination, growth, and connection in a tech-heavy world. We live in a world of constant pings, swipes, and streams. For grown-ups, this relentless connectivity can feel draining. For young children, it’s more than draining — it can disrupt vital stages of development. […]
Following up from my live phone in on BBC WM! 📻about moody teenagers! Every month join me for our regular monthly phone-in, where I’ll be offering practical parenting advice and support—this time we’re talking about navigating your child’s first heartbreak and moody teens! Tune in and call in—let’s talk parenting! Tuesdays from 12 noon Handling […]
When used wisely, tech can open doors — but real-world experiences must always come first. In today’s world, screens are part of everyday life. Even the youngest children see adults with smartphones, tablets, laptops, and TVs — it’s the digital air they breathe. The question is no longer whether children should have access to technology, […]
When the topic of preparing children for school comes up, technology often quickly takes centre stage. Parents are inundated with promotions for apps claiming to teach toddlers to read, online platforms promising to make maths exciting, and digital tools marketed as essential for giving their child a head start. Yet, the real key to school […]
Separation and divorce are traumatic events for families. This journal is designed to help children express, explore and understand some of the strong emotions that they may be feeling and to help them process the divorce for themselves. Keeping a Journal is a very simple, but powerful way to support children. As caring adults, we […]
THE SUDDENLY SINGLE. SURVIVING TILL THRIVING. DIVORCE JOURNAL. £19.99 Are You Struggling to Come to Terms with Becoming ‘Suddenly Single?’ Then Welcome to Your Journey of Transformation! Discover ‘The Suddenly Single. Surviving Till Thriving Divorce Journal.’ Your Empowering & Transformative Roadmap for Surviving to Thriving! Are you facing the challenging journey of divorce and looking for a […]
That word ‘naughty.’ It’s quite laden. So, what does the word mean? It usually means that your child is exhibiting behaviour that you find frustrating, irritating, confusing, challenging, annoying or even bizarre! So are your kids mischievous, spirited, not doing as they’re told, downright disobedient or are you not very sure of your rules, […]
Is This the Wake-Up Call Parents Have Been Waiting For? Adolescence, the harrowing, thought provoking drama that will horrify parents. If you have children of a certain age, on the precipice of getting their own phones, this will be particularly hard to watch & maybe your final wake up call to delay giving your child […]
Credit: Character Education Children aged 6-9 are developing a stronger sense of independence and fairness. At this stage, they start to understand how actions have consequences. Positive parenting focuses on teaching kids to take responsibility for their choices in a way that promotes growth and learning, rather than simply punishing misbehaviour. Here are practical ideas […]
10 Practical Tips for Teaching Empathy to Kids (Ages 6-9) Helping children develop empathy is crucial for building emotional intelligence, compassion, and positive social interactions. Here’s a guide for parents to nurture empathy in children between the ages of 6-9: Model Empathy in Everyday Life Children learn by observing. Show empathy in your interactions […]
The guests have arrived, the presents are wrapped, the shops are closed, & the carrots & whiskey are out for Father Christmas & the Reindeer BUT the kids are still up jumping about in total excitement and not in the least ready for bedtime. Getting kids to sleep can be challenging at the best of […]
