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AI Chatbot Companions II: What Parents Can DO
For each age group, I explain how to start the conversation with your child/teen, how to guide them, how to keep them safe and how to build resilience and trust at the same time.
Aug 6


AI chatbot companions I: what parents must know
AI companions can pose a great risk for children and teens. This post explains everything parents need to know about the rise of these new chatbot "friends.
Jul 10


“Explosive” child? Here’s a peaceful approach that truly works
Explosive children are often misunderstood. This article explains why traditional parenting methods don't work or exacerbate the problem and what to do instead.
Jun 11


Your child’s first smartphone - what parents need to know
What parents need to know concerning their child's or teen's first smartphone. The article covers both scenarios whether they have or haven't provided their child or teen with a phone yet. Top tips to know concerning managing device use, protection from online risks, key security settings and how to set up a smartphone usage contract that works.
Mar 19


"Screentime-creep" during the school holidays ?!
Screen use often increases during the school holidays. Anke shares insights and a personal story on how to get back into balance.
Jul 7, 2023


What parents need to know about different types of screentime
Anke describes the effects of different types of screentime on the brains and bodies of our children, and what to look out for.
May 11, 2023


Parenting help: My child doesn’t want to leave when I do...
Anke Lasserre's parenting tip: How to avoid dramas when you need to go and your child doesn't want to leave - staying connected and happy.
Mar 1, 2023


How we accidentally teach children that the screen is more important than the person they're with
When we are with our child but on a device at the same time, it often doesn't end well - for anyone.
Nov 5, 2022


How little “emergency lies” get our kids to do what we want now…. and the price we pay longer term
Using little lies to get your children to behave might work short term but is detrimental to your relationship with your kids longer term.
Sep 9, 2022

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