Never enough hugs Parenting Expert Sue Atkins reveals how much affection you should be giving your kids
Delighted to see my tips for giving children hugs and affection was published in The Sun this weekend. ‘This week, shocking new tapes saw the late Princess Diana talk candidly about her childhood. Speaking about her family life, the princess said: “My parents, they never said they loved me. There were no hugs or anything […]
Parents should be encouraging their children to spend more time online so that they can "save the country", the former head of GCHQ has said.
What do you make of this? Let your kids spend more time online to ‘save the country’, says ex-GCHQ chief Britain lacks cyber skills and is “desperately” short of computer scientists and engineers, warns a former cyberespionage chief. Mr Hannigan, who stood down as the director of Britain’s electronic surveillance agency in January, was responding […]
Parenting Made Easy ! Episode 30 of The Sue Atkins Parenting Show covering bullying, homework, mental health, smacking & terrorism.
In this jam packed episode we have put together a compilation of all the best bits of the last 6 months of The Sue Atkins Show covering the age old problems of smacking, doing homework, pocket money, helping mums and dads support their teenager’s mental health, tips to prevent & support your child if they […]
Safer Sleep For Babies – advice from The Lullaby Trust.
This video shows how you can reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) giving you the peace of mind to enjoy this special time. The advice is based on strong scientific evidence and should be followed for all sleep periods, not just at night. More advice at The Lullaby Trust
What’s ‘Sharenting’ & are you guilty of it?
I’m chatting on BBC Radio Berkshire to Anne Diamond about a new survey about whether it is right to post photos of your children on to social media. Ofcom reported that just over half of parents it surveyed said they avoided what it termed “sharenting” altogether. A desire to protect the privacy of under-18s was the most […]
How To Raise Green Kids – Top Tips
I’m delighted to be featured in a brand new magazine launched in Dubai yesterday. If you want your children to appreciate our planet and grow up to be caring, compassionate adults, make being ‘green’ part of their routine while they’re young. Follow these experts’ nine easy tips for green kids, says Christine Fieldhouse With technology […]
What an extraordinary piece of television ‘Old People’s Home For 4 Year Olds’ is.
As a former Deputy Head and teacher of many classes of 35 four year olds, of course I was going to be intrigued, but not surprised, by the joy they would bring to the lives of those spending the final chapter of their lives in a retirement home in Bristol. Or in ‘God’s waiting room’, as […]
Why A Moving Child Is A Learning Child. Episode 29 of The Sue Atkins Parenting Show
Episode 29 Tweet of The Week @FloellaBenjamin ‘Don’t dwell on disappointment or evil others have done to you, think of all the good things around the corner coming your way. Hope, joy & love.’ Award winning social media website connecting Mums in their journey to motherhood. Click here to find out more. […]
No more booze for you! Restaurant bans parents from having more than one alcoholic drink if they’re with kids.
I’ve been invited onto BBC Radio Three Counties to discuss the restaurant in New York that has split opinion with its controversial policy banning any diner with children from consuming more than one alcoholic drink. Since the bar’s policy, which has been in place for several years, started circulating on social media recently it has […]
Congratulations – You’re A Graduate – Now What? Joe Wicks ‘The Body Coach’ Inspiring Speech At St Mary’s University
https://youtu.be/ZR6wuizp76Y My daughter Graduated last Tuesday, on my birthday, from Manchester Metropolitan University. It was a special day and we were very proud. But now what ? She isn’t sure. It’s tough stepping out into the Big World, qualified with an English Degree & a vague notion of things she might like to do. It’s a […]
How to avoid sibling rivalry & the dangers of FitBits. Episode 28 of The Sue Atkins Parenting Show
The Sue Atkins Parenting Show is where we discuss every possible aspect of parenting, giving you advice and support on topics which affect your daily life. Each free, weekly episode is bursting with practical tips, techniques and ideas. Also, you can sign up to The Sue Atkins Parenting Club for exclusive access to a friendly community of […]
Sue Atkins In Conversation With ….. Dr. Amanda Gummer Founder of Fundamentally Children, The Good Toy Guide & The Good App Guide.
For the FULL INTERVIEW CLICK HERE I caught up and interviewed Dr. Amanda Gummer, Founder and MD at Fundamentally Children who is passionate about giving children the best opportunities in life. As a research psychologist specialising in child development, she has set up Fundamentally Children which includes The Good Toy Guide & The Good […]
The importance of play for your child – with Dr. Amanda Gummer. Episode 27 of The Sue Atkins Parenting Show
The Sue Atkins Parenting Show is where we discuss every possible aspect of parenting, giving you advice and support on topics which affect your daily life. Each free, weekly episode is bursting with practical tips, techniques and ideas. Also, you can sign up to The Sue Atkins Parenting Club for exclusive access to a friendly community of […]
Counting calories and skipping LUNCH. The dangers of FitBits.
I was asked to speak on BBC Radio Three Counties about a leading girls’ grammar school that has banned FitBits and other gadgets over concerns that their students are skipping lunch if they fail to meet step and low calorie targets. Teachers fear that the trendy health monitors are having a bad effect on teenagers […]
Ireland’s Best Kept Secret.
I love learning & I suppose I would describe myself as a ‘Life Long Learner’ as I am inquisitive, curious & interested in learning what makes me tick, how I can be better & how I can develop more skills to pass onto the parents & children I work with. When I attended my […]