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.
‘The New Digital Divide’ is digital wellness — which means responsible and healthy relationships with technology — all part of overall children & student wellbeing which is an essential 21st-century skill. It is not uncommon that children spend 6 to 8 hours on digital screens every day. Some children are taught knowledge and skills necessary […]
Britain’s schools are facing an epidemic of bad behaviour. As a former Deputy Head & Class teacher for over 22 years I read with interest this new research. Poor behaviour seems to have worsened in recent years. A poll of 500 primary school teachers found that, since the pandemic, 84 per cent believe attention span […]
Teaching kids about money is an important life skill that can set them up for financial success in the future. Here are some tips to help you teach kids about money: Start early: Introduce the concept of money to children at a young age. Even toddlers can learn about the value of coins and basic […]
Here are some tips for parents on how to foster and nurture leadership qualities in their children: Encourage Independence: Provide opportunities for your child to make decisions and take responsibility for their actions. Support their independence by allowing them to handle age-appropriate tasks and projects on their own, gradually increasing the level of complexity […]
There’s lots of educational research that has proven that outdoor learning has many benefits for children so why not embrace this idea by reading outside to your kids. When mine were little I would pop down a picnic blanket under a tree in the garden, bring out some books & read to them. As they […]
Do Strawberry Watermelon, Caribbean Crush, Pink Orange Fizz sound appealing to you? Of course they do & that’s where the danger lies – they are not fizzy drinks or sweets – they are vaping flavours & they are a real factor & problem in the increase of vaping amongst young people & coupled with the […]
Children are already interacting with AI technologies in many different ways they are embedded in toys, virtual assistants, video games, and adaptive learning software. Algorithms provide recommendations to children on what videos to watch next, what news to read, what music to listen to and who to be friends with. Here are some tips to […]
Raising gender-aware kids involves fostering their understanding and respect for gender diversity, challenging traditional gender stereotypes, and promoting equality and inclusivity. Here are some tips to help you raise gender-aware children: Start early: Begin conversations about gender with your children from a young age. Teach them that gender is not limited to binary categories but […]
Raising twins can be an incredibly rewarding but challenging experience. Here are some tips and advice to help you navigate the journey: Create a routine: Establishing a consistent routine for feeding, sleeping, and playtime can provide structure and stability for both you and your twins. It can also help with managing their individual needs and […]
Raising a healthy eater is a full-time job isn’t it? If you’re a parent, you are well aware of juggling your family’s activities from football to Rainbows, finding time for homework, doctor’s appointments, play dates, sleep overs and much more. But an important part of your parenting job description – is being the gatekeeper of […]
I was speaking on BBC radio about a new piece of research around mental health and stepfamilies. What struck me as unhelpful & laden with negativity is the word ‘BROKEN’ to describe parents who are divorced, separated or apart. Broken implies a failure, broken implies damaged, no longer able to work, something destroyed & dysfunctional but […]
I coach parents from around the world and I also support a number of families that have moved to live and work in other countries that include UAE, France, Belgium and Portugal to name only a few, and we always explore together the cultural aspects of raising their children as global citizens whilst nurturing their […]
I created The Sue Atkins Book Club during the pandemic to support parents & connect authors – since then it has grown & covers many different types of books. I think books can help you have big conversations with little people & teens of all ages. When my mother in law was diagnosed with […]
I’ve been pondering how we raise politically engaged children. Not necessarily politicians but engaged children who become engaged teenagers who turn into engaged adults. At a time of great extremes in politics I think it’s important to ponder. What can we do to encourage children to engage with social issues, reflect on their values, and […]
Learning to swim is really important for several reasons, including: Water Safety: Knowing how to swim can prevent drowning and other water-related accidents. Swimming skills can help children feel more comfortable and confident in the water, allowing them to respond appropriately if they find themselves in a dangerous situation. Physical Health: Swimming is a […]
A Practical Guide
A calm, practical starter guide from Sue Atkins to help you handle smartphones, social media, gaming, sleep and online pressure — without rows or panic.
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