Category: Social Media

  • Is Twitch Safe for Kids

    Back in the day, a “twitch” was just an involuntary muscle spasm—like the kind you get when you’ve had too much coffee. But in the digital world, Twitch is something else entirely. Owned by Amazon, Twitch is a popular live-streaming platform where gamers, influencers, and even casual users broadcast content in real time. For kids…

  • Screentime Schedules for 6 to 9-Year-Olds

    Screens are an unavoidable part of modern childhood. Whether for education, entertainment, or social interaction, children today are spending more time in front of screens than ever before. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends limiting screen time to one hour per day for children aged 2 to 12. But is that even realistic anymore?…

  • Protecting Your Kids Online: The Best YouTube Blocker for Parents

    The internet is a vast and often unpredictable place and while YouTube can be an incredible resource for entertainment and education, it can also expose children to inappropriate content. With millions of videos uploaded daily, it is nearly impossible to monitor everything your child watches manually. As a parent, ensuring your child’s online safety is paramount.…

  • What Is Manosphere, and Why Should Parents Be Concerned?

     “Let’s be very clear. Strong men – men who are truly role models – don’t need to put down women to make themselves feel powerful. People who are truly strong lift others up. People who are truly powerful bring others together.” – Michelle Obama, former First Lady of the US As a parent, you have…

  • What is Brain Rot and What Parents Should Know

    Back in 1884, Henry David Thoreau asked: “While England endeavours to cure the potato rot, will not any endeavour cure the brain rot – which prevails so much more widely and fatally?” Fast forward to 2024, and “brain rot” was voted Oxford’s Word of the Year (technically two words, but let’s ignore that).   And…

  • TikTok Duet Feature: What Parents Need to Know

    TikTok’s Duet feature allows users to collaborate on split-screen videos, fostering creativity and engagement. However, it also exposes kids to privacy risks, cyberbullying, and inappropriate content. This guide explains how Duets work, potential dangers, and essential safety measures parents can take to protect their children while using TikTok responsibly.

  • Snapchat Streaks: Are They Harmful to Kids?

    “Chains of habit are too light to be felt until they are too heavy to be broken.” – Warren Buffett. If your child had a friend who demanded they check in every single day—no excuses—and your child felt anxious about missing a day, would you brush it off? That could exactly be what is happening…

  • The Effects of Social Media on Teen Productivity and Time Management

    Did you know many teenagers spend nearly five hours daily on social media? According to the American Psychological Association, 37% of teens fall into this category, and use platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. Even more concerning, only 23% of teens manage to limit their usage to under two hours daily. These numbers are alarming…

  • Everything Parents Need to Know About Instagram Teen Accounts

    Instagram has captured the hearts and minds of teenagers around the world. With its sleek design and engaging features, it’s no surprise that around 59% of American teens actively use the platform, according to the article “What Percentage of Teens Use Social Media? (2024)“, spending more than an hour daily scrolling through endless photos, videos,…

  • Should Parents Monitor Their Children’s Social Media Activity?

    You glance over your child’s shoulder, and there they are — scrolling, tapping, and laughing. It’s no secret—social media has become an integral part of our kids’ lives, and digital parenting is a way of life now. According to a Pew Research survey in 2023, nearly half of teens say they’re online almost constantly. But what’s…