In this episode of Really Good Conversations, Amy chats with parenting expert and author Sue Atkins on navigating modern parenting challenges in a tech-filled world. Hear Sue's journey from 18 years of teaching to becoming a leading voice in parenting, offering practical advice for parents.  Sue shares insights on building children's confidence, setting boundaries around digital devices, and fostering real-life connections in a digital age.  They discuss the importance of delayed screen access for younger children and practical strategies for managing social media with teens.  Tune in for valuable advice on creating tech-free spaces at home, helping children develop resilience, and using Sue's "digital jungle" tips for healthy, balanced tech use. They discuss:  Balancing Tech & Real life  Strategies for delaying smartphone access Tips on device-free times  Parents setting a positive example  Engaging kids in conversations about digital safety  Whether you're a parent or just curious about the impact of digital devices on children, this episode is packed with insights and tips for everyone.   Sue has a huge amount of resources available for parents: Sue Atkins Website: https://sueatkinsparentingcoach.com/ Navigating the digital jungle: https://navigatingthedigitaljungle.com/     Tips & Scripts for parents: Building confidence in saying 'no' to smartphones until aged 14:  https://sueatkinsparentingcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Smartphones-downloadable.pdf Language matters: Why 'Safety Settings' Speak Louder Than 'Parental Controls. Navigating the Digital Jungle: Tips and SCRIPTS To Start Important Conversations. https://sueatkinsparentingcoach.com/2024/08/language-matters-why-safety-settings-speak-louder-than-parental-controls-scripts-to-start-important-conversations/   Anti-Dopamine Parenting! Breaking the Cycle: A New Approach to Parenting in a Digital Age https://sueatkinsparentingcoach.com/2024/07/anti-dopamine-parenting-breaking-the-dopamine-cycle-a-new-approach-to-parenting-in-a-digital-age/ Sweets and Screens: The Dopamine Battle for Your Kids' Attention https://sueatkinsparentingcoach.com/2024/07/what-exactly-is-a-dopamine-crash-here-are-ways-to-handling-it-more-positively-at-different-ages/# SCRIPTS for Setting Social Media Boundaries with Kids. https://sueatkinsparentingcoach.com/2024/09/scripts-for-setting-social-media-boundaries-with-kids/   Digital Jungle SCRIPTS: Navigating the Algorithm Generation: A Guide for Parents https://sueatkinsparentingcoach.com/2024/08/digital-jungle-scripts-navigating-the-algorithm-generation-a-guide-for-parents/  

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