Welcome to Safe Parenting with Funkyfing, the podcast for parents navigating the challenges of raising kids in a connected world and the landscape of South Africa. Join host Samantha, founder of Funkyfing, as she dives into digital safety, parenting strategies, and expert insights to help you keep your children secure—both online and in real life. Stay tuned for practical tips, real conversations, and the latest trends shaping modern parenting. Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.c ...
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Episode 3 | TikTok, Teens & Eating Disorders: What Parents Need to Know
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26:59Talk To Us 🚨 The Dangers of TikTok, Social Media & Eating Disorders in Teens In this third episode of Safe Parenting with FunkyFing, we dive deep into one of the most alarming trends among today’s youth—eating disorders linked to social media, especially platforms like TikTok and Instagram. 🎙️ Special guest Dr. Anke de Beer (expert in digital addic…
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Episode 2 | Is Screen Time Stealing Childhood? The Hidden Impact on Kids (with Dr. Anke de Beer)
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24:46Talk To Us 🎮 Are screens replacing childhood? Kids are shifting from a play-based childhood to a screen-based childhood—impacting their development, social skills, and even their ability to learn. In this powerful second episode of Safe Parenting with Funkyfing, we welcome back Dr. Anke de Beer, a leading expert in digital addiction, to uncover the…
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Episode 1 | Digital Addiction in Kids: The Truth Parents Must Hear (Dr. Anke de Beer)
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20:19Talk To Us 📱 Are smartphones really safe for kids? When you give a child a phone, you don’t just give them access to the world—you give the world access to your child. Are they ready for that responsibility? In this first episode of Safe Parenting with Funkyfing, we sit down with Dr. Anke de Beer, a leading expert on digital addiction, to discuss t…
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