Navigating The Digital Jungle: How to Set Healthy Screentime Boundaries for Kids with Sue Atkins

Screens, social media, gaming, and digital devices are part of everyday childhood, but how do we guide our kids safely and wisely through it all?In this episode, I’m joined by Sue Atkins, parenting expert and host of the Navigating the Digital Jungle podcast, to help parents confidently navigate screen time, online safety, and age-appropriate digital boundaries for children.We dive into how to have ongoing conversations with kids about technology and how parents can stay proactive rather than reactive in today’s digital world. Sue also shares the practical tools and resources she’s created to support families as they raise children in a screen-saturated culture.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by devices, apps, or online influences, this conversation will equip you with clarity and actionable steps.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why digital boundaries matter at every stage of childhoodHow to approach age-appropriate conversations about screens and online activityHow to teach kids healthy digital habits without fear or controlThe importance of connection over restriction in digital parentingTools and resources Sue Atkins has created to help parents navigate the digital jungleHow to prepare kids for the long-term impact of digital choicesKey Topics Discussed In This Episode:Parenting in the digital ageScreen time limits for kidsOnline safety for childrenDigital boundaries for familiesSocial media and kidsTechnology and child developmentDigital literacy and responsibilityAbout Today’s Guest: Sue AtkinsSue Atkins is a globally recognized parenting expert, speaker, author, and host of the Navigating the Digital Jungle podcast. She is passionate about helping parents raise confident, resilient children in an increasingly digital world through practical strategies, education, and support.Helpful Resources MentionedSue Atkins’ digital parenting resources: https://navigatingthedigitaljungle.com/resources/Navigating the Digital Jungle podcast:https://navigatingthedigitaljungle.com/the-podcast/Navigating the Digital Jungle blog:https://navigatingthedigitaljungle.com/blog/Follow Sue:LinkedInInstagramFacebookIf you’re parenting in the digital age and want to feel empowered rather than overwhelmed, this episode is for you!🎧 Listen now and start navigating the digital jungle with confidence._________________________Want to be a guest on The Motherhood Experience? Send Val Kleppen a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1758742098661627c9cc46f40