Why you need to monitor your kids online
“What about their privacy?” The never-ending struggle of parenting is finding the right balance between giving your kids enough autonomy to learn and grow
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Three reasons to turn off your smartphone today
Did you know the average person spends almost 3 hours a day on their smartphone? That’s about 20 hours a week– the equivalent of a
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Unplugging may improve social skills, study suggests
A recent study suggests taking some tech-free time may improve tweens’ ability to recognize emotional cues from others. The study, published in the academic
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Toddler Tantrums? “Technoference” may be the culprit
When the kids are driving you crazy, think twice before you reach for your phone. New research suggests that kids, particularly toddlers and preschoolers, act
Read MoreLimiting Screen Time Reduces Risk of Type 2 Diabetes, Study Suggests
A recent study suggests elementary school aged children’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes may be affected by large amounts of screen time. The
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(Cutting) A Little Screen Time Goes a Long Way, Study Says
The secret to a long life might be cutting back just a few minutes a day on screen time. A recent study published in
Read MoreScreens in bedrooms (even turned off) hurt sleep quality, study says
Research has indicated screen time before bed can negatively impact sleep quality. However, many of us sleep with our phones or tablets plugged in next
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“I call Gamma”: Is Video Chat Good For Tots?
The American Academy of Pediatrics has been pretty clear– screen time is not good for children under two (Edit on 10/26/2016: The AAP has revised
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Why spying isn’t the answer (but monitoring is)
Heart racing, you somersault past the open hallway, hop over the creaky floorboard, and slip into the room. A glance at the clock confirms you
Read More“Annoying” Social Media Habits: Parental Crime or Parental Necessity?
A recent article on The Guardian detailed “The 10 worst parental crimes on social media.” Written by two 14 year old girls, the article lists
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