{"product_id":"the-new-parent-s-relationship-with-technology","title":"The New Parent’s Relationship with Technology","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe book begins by examining how technology becomes both a lifeline and a stressor during the newborn phase. It acknowledges the benefits—access to information, connection to support networks, and convenience—while also addressing the cognitive overload that comes from constant stimulation and comparison. This duality sets the stage for a more mindful approach to digital life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA key focus is sleep disruption caused or intensified by screen use. The guide explores how late-night scrolling, blue light exposure, and anxiety-driven searching can affect both parental rest and emotional regulation. It offers practical strategies for creating healthier nighttime boundaries without requiring unrealistic perfection or complete disconnection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book also addresses information overload, particularly the cycle of searching, worrying, and over-researching common in early parenthood. It helps readers recognize when online information becomes counterproductive and provides tools for filtering credible guidance from fear-based content. The goal is to support clarity rather than constant reassurance-seeking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSocial media comparison is another major theme, with insight into how curated parenting portrayals can distort expectations and amplify self-doubt. The guide explores ways to reduce emotional impact, including mindful consumption habits, selective engagement, and intentional breaks from algorithm-driven content streams.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAttention and presence are discussed in relation to both technology and bonding with a child. The book highlights how divided attention can subtly affect interactions, while also acknowledging that technology is often used to cope with exhaustion. It offers realistic strategies for reclaiming moments of focus without adding pressure or guilt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe guide further explores how technology influences relationships within the household, including communication between partners and the distribution of mental load. It examines how digital tools can either support coordination or contribute to misalignment and misunderstandings, depending on how they are used.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe New Parent’s Relationship with Technology is not about rejecting screens but about redefining their role in early family life. It encourages intentional habits that protect sleep, reduce stress, and preserve emotional presence. By building awareness and setting thoughtful boundaries, it helps new parents create a healthier, more balanced relationship with the digital world during a demanding and transformative season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IDB Productions","offers":[{"title":"Perfect Bound","offer_id":66827571953968,"sku":"9781759931135","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.thegreatbritishbookshop.co.uk\/products\/the-new-parent-s-relationship-with-technology","provider":"The Great British Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}