Tag: Online Safety

  • 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…

  • What Parents Need to Know About 988 Lifeline

    Sadly, too often, the stigma around mental health prevents people who need help from seeking it. But that simply doesn’t make any sense. Whether an illness affects your heart, your arm, or your brain, it’s still an illness, and there shouldn’t be any distinction. We would never tell someone with a broken leg that they…

  • New Senate Bills Aim to Safeguard Children Online: What Parents Need to Know

    While the internet offers opportunities for learning and connection, it also exposes kids to risks—cyberbullying, inappropriate content, and the exploitation of their privacy. A survey by Internet matters dot org shows that 63% of parents believe online time negatively affects their children’s health, while 67% of children surveyed report having experienced online harm, a disturbing…

  • Keeping Your Neurodiverse Child Safe Online: A Parent’s Guide

    “The web is a powerful tool for equality and opportunity, but it can also be a place where harm is caused if used improperly.” This quote by Tim Berners-Lee remains true in today’s hyper-connected world, where online interactions are a vital part of our children’s lives. For those of us raising neurodiverse children—whether they have…

  • How to Prevent Children from Bypassing Microsoft Family Safety

    You watch your child absorbed in their device, exploring the web or chatting with friends—after all, in today’s world, isolating them from the digital world is no longer an option.  However, you are a responsible adult and have set up Microsoft Family Safety on their devices to shield them from the evils out there.   But…

  • Common Online Scams Targeting Teens: A Parent’s Guide

    “The internet is a vast ocean of knowledge and opportunity, but beneath the surface lies danger, ready to ensnare the unsuspecting.” Today’s teens are more connected than ever, constantly exploring social media, online shopping, and virtual interactions. However, with this access comes significant risk, as cybercriminals increasingly target teenagers who may be unprepared to detect…

  • Keep Your Child’s Information Private: A Guide to Online Safety

    With the rise of social media, online gaming, and endless apps, kids are more vulnerable than ever to cyberbullying, inappropriate content, and even predators lurking behind anonymous profiles.  Recent studies in 21 Alarming Online Predators Statistics show that 1 in 5 children have been contacted by strangers online, often through platforms like Instagram or Snapchat.…