Welcome to Five Minutes Peace, the podcast where we explore the world of screen time for kids. I'm your host, Leyla, and I'm excited to share with you some tips and tricks on how to make screen time more meaningful for our little ones of all ages, with screen-free activities, tips on how to balance or limit screentime and to discuss the effects of our children's mental and physical health. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, or caregiver, this podcast is for you. Join me for five minutes o ...
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010 - Create your own Toddler Busy Book and keep them off the screens!
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13:36Hello and welcome back to Five Minutes Peace, the podcast where we explore everything related to screen time and parenting kids who want screens all day! In today's episode, we're going to talk about a fun and creative way to keep your toddler engaged and away from screens - creating a busy book! If you're unfamiliar with a busy book, it's a handma…
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Episode 009 - The best subscription boxes in the UK
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13:07Welcome back to Five Minutes Peace! In today's episode, we're going to discuss the best subscription boxes in the UK that can help you get your kids off screens in such a fun way. With so many options out there, it can be overwhelming to choose the right one for your child. So, I've done the research and compiled a list of the top subscription boxe…
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Episode 008 - How developing fine motor skills can get kids off the screens
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18:25Welcome to the 8th episode of Five Minutes Peace! In today's episode, we'll be discussing the critical role that fine motor skills play in our children's lives and how they can help kids spend less time on screens. As we navigate an increasingly digital world, it's essential to cultivate these skills, which not only benefit our kids' physical and c…
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Episode 007 - Screen-free activities to try out in May - 365daysofnoscreens.com
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5:37Hello and welcome back to Five Minutes Peace! In this episode, we'll be diving into some fun and exciting May activities that you can enjoy with your entire family. As the weather warms up and flowers start to bloom, there are countless ways to spend quality time and make lasting memories. So, whether you're looking for outdoor adventures or indoor…
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Episode 006 - The toys and tools I swear by to get your kids off the screens - 365daysofnoscreens.com
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36:56Hello everyone and welcome back to the sixth episode of Five Minutes Peace! Today, we're going to talk about something that's on every parent's mind: screen time. With so many digital distractions in our daily lives, it's challenging to keep our kids engaged and entertained without relying on electronic devices. But don't worry, I've got you covere…
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Episode 005 - The amazing benefits of outdoor play for kids - 365daysofnoscreens.com
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10:53Welcome to the fifth episode of Five Minutes Peace, where we explore different topics that help you help your kids balance screentime. Today, we're going to talk about something that's near and dear to my heart - the benefits of outdoor play for kids. We all know how much kids love to play outside, but did you know that there are some amazing benef…
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Episode 004 - The importance of internet safety - 365daysofnoscreens.com
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20:11Welcome to the fourth episode of Five Minutes Peace! Today we will be discussing a crucial topic that every parent and caregiver should be aware of - internet safety for children. With technology becoming an integral part of our lives, it is important for parents to understand the risks associated with the internet and how to safeguard their childr…
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Episode 002 - The effects of screentime and are we doing enough? 365daysofnoscreens.com
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25:11Welcome back to Five Minutes Peace! In this episode, we'll be diving into the topic of screen time and its effects on our daily lives. Many of us have concerns about whether we or our children are spending too much time on screens, but it can be difficult to know how much is too much. In this episode, we'll explore the latest research and provide p…
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Episode 003 - Screen-free activities to try out in April - 365daysofnoscreens.com
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6:11Welcome back to Five Minutes Peace, the podcast that's here to help parents find some much-needed Five Minutes Peace in their busy lives and keep kids off the screens at the same time too! Today, we're focusing on one of the biggest challenges facing parents and kids alike: screen time during the school holidays. With more and more of our daily liv…
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Episode 001 - Introduction to the Five Minutes Podcast - 365daysofnoscreens.com
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8:13Welcome to Five Minutes Peace, the podcast where we explore screen-free activities and the impact of screentime on our children's lives. In this first episode, I'll be introducing myself and giving a brief overview of what this podcast is all about. We'll discuss the growing concern of excessive screen time and its effects on our children's mental …
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