In many Nigerian homes today, the “bedtime routine” has shifted. It’s no longer just about brushing teeth and a quick prayer; it’s often about “one more scroll,” “one more video,” or “one more reply.” From the dining table to the classroom, devices have become permanent members of our families. As parents and caregivers, we feel […]
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Teaching teenagers about love and respect in a digital age presents its own challenges. Is it okay for someone your teen has never met, to ask them out on a date via WhatsApp, and ask your teen to meet him at the venue using an Uber? Parents of teenagers are struggling with how to deal
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Explore the 7 essential parenting trends for 2026. Learn how to navigate AI, protect digital privacy, and foster screen wisdom in your home
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Reclaiming Childhood in the Age of Smartphones: Why Delay Is Digital Wisdom At birthdays and milestone moments like Christmas, many parents find themselves standing at a familiar crossroads. On one side is the smartphone and on the other is a quiet but persistent question: Is my child really ready for this? For years, the conversation
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Helping Children Navigate Bad and Scary News in a World That Feels Overwhelming Children today are growing up in a world where bad news is not just a headline you hear once and move on from. It is everywhere, repeated, remixed, and repackaged by social media algorithms that thrive on shock and urgency. A
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Feeling lonely in parenthood? You’re not alone. From estate playgrounds to school runs and WhatsApp voice notes, here are simple, time-smart ways Lagos parents can make genuine friends, swap support, and build a strong village without adding stress to your already full plate.
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Raising Smart, Safe Digital Kids in a Changing World I was a guest on the podcast Reframe with Jade to discuss a topic central to my work: parenting in the digital age. As the founder of LagosMums, a cyberpsychology-trained digital parenting coach, and author of Digital Savvy Parenting, I spoke about how families can transition
As we get ready for the LagosMums Annual Parenting Conference 2025, let’s talk about how digital tools can make parenting neurodivergent children a little easier and a lot more connected. Parenting a neurodivergent child often comes with a mix of love, learning, and a constant search for the right support. Every child’s needs are different,
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Beyond Screen Time: What Every Parent Needs to Know This Cyber Awareness Month As the world marks Cyber Awareness Month, it’s the perfect time for us to pause and update our family’s digital playbook. As a parenting guide with a background in cyberpsychology, I know how overwhelming it can be. The digital world our
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Many parents notice their child is often distracted, struggles to finish tasks or might seem to have endless energy, and they wonder, “Is this just a phase or something I should pay attention to?” These behaviours might indicate ADHD. What is ADHD? ADHD stands for Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and it is more common than parents
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