If you’ve ever noticed your kids’ YouTube history filled with bizarre-looking videos of computer-generated characters and knock-off Disney cartoons, you’re not alone. The never-ending rabbit hole of low-effort, bizarre children’s content on the platform is well-documented. The reason for them is easy enough to track: they’re ubiquitous because they receive …
Read MoreThis week, the viral video “Baby Shark” became the most-viewed video on YouTube ever with seven billion views. Yes, that’s billion with a “b.” From toy unboxing to cartoons, there’s seemingly endless content to entertain children on YouTube. But the site is not without its dangers. Too Much Screen Time …
Read MoreWe were already worried about our kids spending too much time online. Now, thanks to the pandemic, many of them are spending all day on the computer. Between distance learning, socializing with friends, and recreation, the internet is filling in for many in-person interactions. But what are the long-term effects …
Read MoreWhen the new school year starts, some or all of our children may be learning online again. It’s not clear yet how things will work out–but one thing is clear. We need to do better about keeping our children safe during online learning. Whether they’re attending class or just supplementing …
Read MoreAll too often kids are left to their own muses because parents have a hard time finding things to occupy their minds and their energy levels. Reading books with your kids is a great way to spend time with them and they can actually learn something other than how the …
Read MoreWe recently covered a number of things you can do to protect your children from sexual solicitation online. In this article, we’ll tell you about tools that you can use to further protect them by truly limiting access via your ISP and one of our favorite child-safe devices on the …
Read MoreAt some point as a parent, you make the decision to let your child or children stay at home while you are not there. They grow up, you have work and responsibilities – it happens. But before you do that, there are a few things you need to teach them …
Read MoreFor those of us that grew up with the standard bullies in the neighborhood or at school, you may not realize the damage and effects of the additional bullying your kids may endure through Social Media and other electronic communication platforms. Be educated about it and know what to look …
Read MoreIt’s not enough to secure your home devices and the internet to make them safe for kids to use. You also need to set expectations and talk about internet safety. This is one of those parenting things that kids honestly just think you are being overprotective about, but it’s actually …
Read MoreMany children are given or allowed access to smartphones and tablets. There are security features you should set up on every device your child uses. If you do not want to enable these things, they should not be given access to them without you present. YouTube To enable YouTube security, …
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