It’s that time of year again! The brand new uniforms are ironed, the school bags are packed with fresh notebooks, and the excitement for a new school year is in the air. As proud parents, our first instinct is to capture these precious moments and share them with our friends and family online. That “first […]
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We live in a digital world, and one of the most common questions I get as a digital parenting coach is both complex and straightforward. The question is, what is the right age to give a child a smartphone? In this article, I’ll share practical guidance based on a conversation from my Parenting Today radio
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Roblox Exposed: What Every Parent Must Know to Keep Kids Safe Online Our children today are growing up in a world very different from the one we knew. While we spent our afternoons playing ten-ten, suwe, or football in the compound with friends, today’s children are exploring digital playgrounds, playing online games like Roblox, on
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Take It Down Act and what Parents need to know about this U.S. Law protecting children from deepfakes and online exploitation In today’s digital world, one wrong click or share can have lifelong consequences. That’s why the recently passed Take It Down Act in the United States is so important. It applies not just to
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Health advice on social media is rampant, and it is more important than ever to be aware that not every “Health Guru” on Social Media is the real deal. Social media has transformed how we consume health advice, with platforms like Instagram filled with influencers offering wellness tips, beauty advice, and even medical guidance. However,
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When it comes to protecting families online, the UK’s New Rules Crack Down on Illegal Content is championing a safer internet for all. On March 17, 2025, the illegal content safety duties under the UK Online Safety Act (OSA) were fully implemented. These duties require online platforms and search services to assess and manage risks
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Digital Savvy Intentional Parenting: From Terrific Twos to Tech-Savvy Teens In a recent webinar, as part of my digital parenting masterclass for parents, I emphasized the importance of getting the early years right. Establishing a foundation for healthy screen time during these formative years will shape the model children carry with them as they
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Parental phubbing is a term used to describe a situation where parents pay more attention to their phones or other digital devices than their children when they spend time together. The word “phubbing” combines “phone” and “snubbing” and reflects how digital distractions can lead to emotional disconnection in relationships. While the term initially emerged in
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Meta’s New Approach to Content Moderation and fact-checking has implications. Read on to learn what it means for parents in their role of keeping children safe online. In a digital world where content moderation shapes the information we consume, Meta’s recent announcement about changes to its content-checking approach is stirring debate. As parents navigating the
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Smartphone Free Childhood Movement Arrives in Nigeria We are proud to announce the launch of the Nigerian chapter of the Smartphone Free Childhood (SFC) movement. An initiative that began in the UK. Spearheaded in Nigeria by renowned digital parenting coach, founder of LagosMums, and Author Yetty Williams; this movement seeks to inspire and support parents
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