From Playgrounds to Smartphones: Navigating Parenting and Childhood in Modern Times

✨Shaping minds, connections and creativity through play, playfulness and playful learning for all✨Welcome to The Playful Lens - the podcast where curiosity, creativity and coffee fuel big conversations about learning, wellbeing and play.Hosted by Gillian (@the_glitter_and_coffee_teacher) and Helena (@experiential.wellbeing). In this insightful interview, Dr. Mary O'Kane explores the critical role of play in children's mental health, resilience and development. She discusses the impact of social media, smartphones, overprotective parenting and societal attitudes on play and well-being, offering practical advice for parents, teachers and caregivers.Follow the conversation on Instagram @the_playful_lens_podcast and subscribe wherever you listen!We hope you enjoy Gillian and [email protected]