Big Data, Little Hands: Navigating Privacy in AI-Powered Toys

As artificial intelligence (AI) increasingly becomes a part of our daily lives, it’s no surprise that it has found its way into children’s toys. From interactive dolls that can hold conversations to educational robots that teach coding, AI-driven toys promise to make playtime more engaging and educational. However, with these advancements come significant ethical considerations, […]
How to talk to children of all ages about the murder of the children in Southport with SCRIPTS of what to say.

How to talk to children of all ages about the murder of the children in Southport with scripts of what to say. Discussing a tragedy like the murder of children can be incredibly difficult, especially when trying to communicate it to children of different ages. Your approach should vary based on your child’s age, emotional […]
Avoiding the ‘B’ Word: BOSSY! How Kamala Harris Is Inspiring Girls Around the World to Become Leaders

It’s been a tough few years with the rise of popularism around the world in politics but suddenly there’s been a massive shift. Usually I write about a gender equal world on International Woman’s Day A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that’s diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference […]
Taming the Tech Tantrum: Tips and SCRIPTS for Managing Your Child’s Dopamine Crash -From Toddlers to Teens!

I’ve written before about: Anti-Dopamine Parenting! Breaking the Dopamine Cycle: A New Approach to Parenting in a Digital Age Here are some scripts that you can use to talk to your kids about the concept of a ‘Dopamine Crash’ and how it relates to their device use. These scripts are a guide to give […]
Sweets and Screens: The Dopamine Battle for Your Kids’ Attention!

Dopamine is part of an ancient neural pathway that ensures human survival. It is also part of the reason it is so hard to stop playing a video game or pass up a piece of cake! I wrote about ‘Anti-Dopamine Parenting! Breaking the Dopamine Cycle: A New Approach to Parenting in a Digital Age’ here: […]
Anti-Dopamine Parenting! Breaking the Cycle: A New Approach to Parenting in a Digital Age

Dopamine is part of an ancient neural pathway that ensures human survival. It is also part of the reason it is so hard to stop playing a video game or pass up a piece of cake! Anti-Dopamine Parenting! Breaking the Dopamine Cycle: A New Approach to Parenting in a Digital Age In today’s […]
Navigating the Digital Jungle: How Technology Can Help Prepare Children for Eco-Friendly Careers.

How Technology Can Help Prepare Children for Eco-Friendly Careers On ‘Navigating the Digital Jungle with Sue Atkins and Friends’ podcast we talk about all sorts of subjects that affect parents, children and families. The future promises a dynamic landscape of eco-friendly careers driven by rapid advancements in technology and an increasing emphasis on sustainability […]
Navigating the Digital Jungle: From Gadgets to Greatness: How Tech Prepares Kids for their Future Careers

In an era where technology evolves at a breakneck pace, the traditional pathways to career readiness are being transformed. Today’s children are growing up surrounded by gadgets and digital tools, navigating a world vastly different from that of their parents. This digital jungle, once seen as a distraction, is now recognised as a fertile ground […]
Scouts Waiting List Tops 100,000 as parents try to help lockdown children develop self-esteem. Here are some very practical tips to nurture your children’s self esteem.

An increasing number of parents are keen for their children to join Scouts CREDIT: Scouts/SWNS I was speaking with Ben Kentish on LBC Radio about the enormous demand for Scout membership as it has skyrocketed, with the organisation urging more volunteers to sign up to become Scout leaders. The waiting list for the Scout Association has […]
Family Meetings: A Great Way to Balance Technology in Modern Life

In today’s digital age, where smartphones, tablets, and computers are integral to our daily routines, balancing technology use within the family can be challenging. Family meetings offer an excellent opportunity to address this issue, fostering better communication and ensuring that technology serves as a tool for connection rather than a source of division. The Importance […]
Navigating the Digital Jungle: Tips and SCRIPTS for Talking and Teaching Your Kids About Click Farms.

Well maybe I’m naive and late to the party but I’ve just learnt about Click Farms Take a look at the video & have a chat about ‘Click Farms’ with your kids. It means using phones collectively to achieve goals such as increasing views, likes, comments, and automatic app downloads. It is a paid […]
Navigating the Digital Jungle: Tips and SCRIPTS for Talking to Kids About Echo Chambers

I met up with some old pals from University recently that I hadn’t seen for many years & over lunch we got chatting about politics & it made me stop and think as some of us had very different views. It was thought provoking and got me thinking about ‘echo chambers’ where we tend to […]
Navigating the Digital Jungle: Handling The Age Gap Divide Around Devices.

My kids are 2 years apart and get all so well. It makes my soul sing. They laugh at the same things, share jokes I don’t always understand and as a family we have great ‘bantz’ on Whatsapp. They are both going to Glastonbury this weekend and I just hope they drink plenty of water […]
The Siren Song of Seduction. The Internet and Boys: Understanding and Mitigating the Risks.

In an age where digital technology is omnipresent, the internet has become an inescapable part of daily life, especially for the younger generation. Boys, in particular, are often drawn to the vast online world, where they find entertainment, social interaction, and a sense of belonging. However, this allure can sometimes turn into a harmful obsession, […]
Guiding Teens in the Political Spotlight: When Dad’s the Prime Minister

Since reading the really interesting interview with Keir Starmer by Josh Glancy in the Sunday Times The Times I began to think about how I would coach Keir Starmer and his wife Victoria to help, support, nurture & navigate his children’s teenage years – as they will now very probably experience some very unusual circumstances. […]