Cell Phones for Kids

Kids begging for a phone is not a new phenomenon, but it’s one that’s happening earlier and earlier. With many kids having access to a phone or tablet at extremely young ages, it’s common for kids to feel they need a cell phone early on. It’s easy to tell you they don’t need a phone […]
Helping Kids Balance Tech During COVID-19

The role technology plays in our all lives has been on the rise for years, but COVID-19 rapidly escalated technology adoption and usage. Many children had to attend at least some school virtually, and technology also provided an escape from boredom during stay-at-home orders. We’ve all heard about the dangers of too much technology and […]
What to Do If Your Child is Addicted to Their Screen

In an age where children have almost 24/7 access to the computer, tablet, or phone, it is easy for the screen to monopolize their time. What does digital dependency look like, and how do you handle it if it occurs? 1. Evaluate The signs of digital dependency can be easy to spot. For example, your child […]