One of the best ways to help kids develop their independence is getting them to catch public transport solo.

While the thought alone might make most parents nervous, it can help kids...

Everyone loves the weekend! Whether you’re a child or an adult, the weekend brings the opportunity to rest, have fun and decompress.

Weekends are also a chance to get outside away from...

Give your child the freedom they crave, while staying safe and connected at all times with Adventurer 2, the newest addition to our smartwatch family.

Packed...

We all know someone who absolutely dreads chatting on the phone. It’s not because they don’t want to talk, rather it’s just not their preferred way to communicate.

Everyone communicates differently. Some...

School is a place for kids to learn, make friends and develop their confidence.

Every child gets anxious about school now and then, but some kids can struggle with feelings of such...

Our kids are the most precious things in our eyes, so when they say things like “I can’t do it” or “I’m not good enough” it can really hurt.

While we all lack...

Who knew being a parent could come with so much guilt?

It seems there’s always something to feel guilty about no matter what you do.
Whether you go to work, are a stay-at-home...

Whether you’re going away or staying close to home, school holidays are full of fun activities and opportunities for fun, wherever you are.

Holidays can come with their own unique forms of stress,...

We all know kids love being silly and having a laugh with their friends.
That’s why we developed Buddies, the feature that lets kids chat to one another safely and securely.

One of the...

Change is difficult at the best of times, but the changes a family goes through when there’s a divorce or separation is on a whole other level.

Not only are you dealing with...

There's no denying kids love YouTube.

With YouTube Kids pulling in around 35 million weekly viewers from over 80 countries across the globe it’s safe to say...

From playing games to doing schoolwork, the internet is heavily ingrained in almost every area of our children’s lives.

This much exposure to the internet comes with its own set of risks, with...

Families are a beautiful dynamic and come in all kinds of shapes and sizes.

Whether your family is big, small or blended, it’s not uncommon for some families to have a large...

Setting screen time goals is all fun and games until we slip up and start feeling hopeless about the whole thing.

We’ve all had times where we’ve given in to kids asking for...

Manners are some of the first things we’re taught as kids, and for good reason. They can help kids make friends, improve their confidence and open doors to more opportunities as they grow.
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The internet can be a place to learn new things and connect with loved ones. It’s a place to find new recipes, kick back with some sudoku or catch up on the...

Mobile phones can be one of the biggest sources of distraction for kids and adults alike.

We’ve all looked at our phones for a second only to realise 15 minutes has evaporated...

There is no such thing as perfection, especially when it comes to our screen habits.

Spending too much online, getting into arguments on Facebook or looking at our phones while people are...

From excitement to nervousness, sending the kids back to school can be a huge mix of emotions for parents and kids alike.

For parents, the back-to-school period can also bring with it...

Whether it’s school, shopping or making an appointment, technology is well and truly present in almost every aspect of our lives.

Because of this constant tech presence, it is vital that kids...

Have you ever looked up after an Instagram scrolling session or Netflix binge and thought “wow, my eyes hurt”?

We all know that screens are well and truly a part of modern life,...

There’s no denying kids seem to have an endless amount of energy that no amount of coffee in the world can replicate.

Physical activity is essential for kids to get some of...

2022 has been a big year for a lot of us.

Kids have experienced many firsts- their first day of school, first sports game, first dance concert and first time riding a...

Christmas is the time of year many of us associate with joy, fun and family. For parents however, Christmas can also be associated with more than a fair amount of stress.

From...

Getting a new device for Christmas is great, but it’s even better when you can use it straight away!

If you’ve purchased a Spacetalk watch as a gift, this guide will help...

The festive season is a time for fun, family and kicking back after a busy year.

In reality, all the cooking, cleaning, travel and family obligations can make the holidays an incredibly stressful time,...

One of the best parts about being a kid are the school holidays. Weeks on end with no school, no homework and days full of fun, friends and freedom.

Sometimes the routines you’ve created...

Who doesn’t like to be acknowledged for a job well done?

Whether you’re a kid or an adult, being recognised for good work is a nice feeling and encourages us to keep...

It’s no secret that Spacetalk smartwatches are full of great features. From HD Video Calls to SOS Alerts, each feature has been specially designed to keep kids and families safely connected.

However, it's...

Being a parent is a full-time job in itself.

There’s the school run, doctors’ appointments, helping kids with homework and driving them to after school sports, all on top of part time...

With technology today, there are more ways than ever to keep in contact with the people you love.

While talking to a loved one over text or through a phone call is always nice,...

Talking about feelings can be a difficult thing to do. Some of us would rather bottle up our feelings up until we burst than tell someone they’ve upset us.

Not only does not...

We all want to give our children the best start in life.

Whether we’re trying our best to get kids to eat their greens or making sure they’re not spending too much...

Our bodies send us messages all the time- but we don’t always listen.

It’s easy to get so caught up in our day that we sometimes forget to look after ourselves, but your...

As a parent, you play many different roles- most of them at the same time! You’re a teacher, chef, nurse, chauffer, cleaner and an expert in conflict resolution.

But before you became a...

Hearing your child’s laughter is music to the ears of many parents.

Whether they’re laughing with a friend or at a joke you just told them, knowing your child is happy, having fun...

Have you noticed you always seem to feel better after having a good laugh?

Whether you’re laughing at a joke or giggling along to a funny movie, laughing is not only heaps of...

There’s nothing like talking to your child face-to-face. From seeing them laugh when they tell jokes to watching their puppy dog eyes when they say they totally didn’t eat the last biscuit...

Boo! Halloween is a time for kids to have fun with crazy costumes, lots of lollies and a few good scares for fun. Halloween can be scary for parents too- but for...

Popular media conjures up wellness images of sunrise yoga on the beach, a green smoothie and meditation- all before the school run!

Not only is this kind of routine not possible for most...

It can be difficult telling others how we feel. Not only is it hard putting our feelings into words, opening up to others can be scary.

Talking about emotions can be even more...

Know how they’re really feeling with new Wellness features and HD Video Calling
At Spacetalk we believe your child’s mental wellbeing is just as important as their physical health, especially when it comes...

Giving a child a smartphone is a tough decision for any parent.

Keeping in contact with your child is great, but smartphones carry risks of cyber bullying, opening kids up to inappropriate content,...