Episode 13: Smartphones & Our Kids

In this episode, I’m diving into a topic so many of us are navigating in the dark: smartphones and kids.

Whether your child already has a phone, is starting to ask for one, or you're simply wondering when the “right time” is - this conversation is here to help you feel more informed and a lot less alone.

We’ll explore:
📱 Why it’s not your fault if you feel unsure or guilty about phone use
📱 What the research now shows about kids, screens and mental health
📱 The real risks - from addiction and cyberbullying to grooming and overstimulation
📱 What alternatives exist (yes, there are kid-friendly, safer phones!)
📱 How we can support each other as parents, especially around setting norms
📱 And why this conversation isn’t black-and-white - especially when it comes to neurodivergent kids

This episode isn’t about shame or judgement - it’s about community, clarity, and making conscious decisions with the information we now have.

✨ Mentioned in this episode:

• Smartphone Free Childhood (UK charity I’m connected with)
• The “Safer Phones Bill” being proposed in Parliament
• Swiped - the school that banned smartphones
• Alternatives to smartphones for kids

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