Conversations That Matter: How to Talk to Your Children About the Important Stuff
As parents, navigating the digital age involves more than just setting parental controls. It requires
August 1, 2024
The Rise of News on Social Media: Navigating Bias with Due Diligence
Last year a study was released which claims a third of American adults under 30
July 1, 2024
Online Safety Over Privacy: Prioritising Security for Children
Weâve spoken previously over online spaces being important for children, particularly those on the neurodivergent
June 3, 2024
The importance of touching grass
Touching grass is a phrase you may come across as you spend time travelling the
April 26, 2024
Social media on the spectrum: Navigating Neurodiversity
In our last blog we spoke about Sharenting, the new phenomenon that has sprung up
March 29, 2024
Sharenting-the proâs and conâs of being a connected parent
While a lot of the world still thinks of Gen Z as kids and Millennials
February 21, 2024
Is your child using Telegram?
A lot of our children, especially teenagers, are jumping over to Telegram as their messaging
January 18, 2022
Cell phones, social media and your childâs mental wellbeing
Smartphones and tablets are here to stay. In fact, these devices are becoming an integral
January 7, 2022
An ecosystem to ensure your childâs online safety
Comparing our own learning to ride a bike, with teaching our children to be safer
December 17, 2021
Technology is fast-moving, is your child protected?
In the season of giving, our children canât wait to open their beautifully wrapped Christmas
November 27, 2021
Shocking anonymous match-making in apps used by teenagers
We all know technology changes rapidly and apps are launched every single day. We also
November 19, 2021
FYI play it safe – your Cyber Safety Helmet
Whether our children are into cycling, motorcycling, BMX, Skateboarding, Motocross, or roller-skating, it is only
August 21, 2021
FYI – what you should know about ROBLOX
Age restriction: 10+ What is Roblox? According to the Roblox website, Robloxâs mission is to
August 7, 2021
FYI play it safe – New update!
The app that alerts parents of harmful online interactions gets an upgrade 13 July 2021,
July 13, 2021
Guiding them? Or criticizing them?
Very insightful article from The Conversation Do you know what “cyberflashing” is? Or how it
June 23, 2021
FYI – what you should know about Omegle
Omegle age restriction: 13 and up (with parental permission) What is Omegle? According to Omegle’s
June 12, 2021
FYI â what you should know about Discord
Discord age restriction: 13 and up What is Discord (according to their website)? From source:
June 3, 2021
Just released! Most popular apps for teenagers in 2021
Just released and a must-read for all parents of teenagers (and tweens)! Fortunately, with FYI
May 23, 2021
Disappearing messages? Text over photos?
Technology gets smarter every day and so do our tweens and teens. Recent developments in
May 22, 2021
Teen suicide is increasing at an alarming rate
Read the full article here Teenagers and adolescents are faced with different kinds of challenges.
May 19, 2021
Sexting and talking to your teens about it
Full article here Key points Sexting is making sexual images and sharing them using a
May 19, 2021
52 Alarming Cyberbullying Statistics in 2021
Read full article here. Standing up to bullies was once a brave act that defied
May 16, 2021
Who are your kids talking to?
Do you know the details of who your kids are talking to? Are they talking
May 7, 2021
Play it safe with Whatsapp!
More than 1.5 billion users in 180 countries. Around 1 million people register on WhatsApp
May 7, 2021
For some children “stay at home” does not mean “safe at home”
Article source: https://mashable.com/article/coronavirus-child-sexual-abuse/ In March, half of visitors to the National Sexual Assault Hotline were
June 29, 2020
Cyberbullying rampant for lesbian and gay teens
Article source: https://www.livescience.com/6199-cyberbullying-rampant-lesbian-gay-teens.html Cyberbullying is on the rise: Children and teens are being bullied through
May 12, 2020
18 Social Media Apps and Sites Kids Are Using Right Now
Article Source: Common Sense Media It’s official: Facebook isn’t cool. Though some teens still use it, they
March 30, 2020
3 Scary Things Haunting Your Kids Online
Article Source: Protect Young Minds Halloween is just around the corner, which means that you
March 30, 2020
Preteen girls are using code language to talk about sex: A psychologist advises local parents
Article Source: Parent 24 UK-based cyber-safety company, SafeToNet, has revealed alarming data taken from more
March 30, 2020
Would you know if a predator was texting your kid? 30 acronyms you should know
Article Source: ABC7 HOUSTON — These days, social media has a language of its own,
March 30, 2020
23 Great Lesson Plans for Internet Safety
Article Source: Common Sense Education Help kids practise smart internet habits and stay safe online.
March 30, 2020
Cyberbullying
Article Source: Kids Health Bullies and mean girls have been around forever, but technology now
March 30, 2020
Why it’s time to rethink online safety for kids
Article Source: Mashable This is the first story in a five-part series on how to find the
March 30, 2020
6 Signs Your Child Is Being CyberbulliedâAnd What to Do About It
Article Source: Scholastic Parents Cyberbullies are common online and on social media. Here’s how to
March 30, 2020
Protecting Your Online Identity and Reputation
Article Source: Teens Health Whenever you use a social network, send a text, or post
March 30, 2020
Juggling screen-time in the Age of Coronavirus, and other feats of extreme parenting
Article by: Family Zone Chances are good both you and your partner are now working
March 30, 2020
Your child may be digitally colour-blind, and thatâs normal
Most of us are aware of the fact that all people do not see colour
March 4, 2020
Parent Alert! Is TikTok Safe for Kids?
Source: Protect Young Minds What Parents Need to Know About TikTok and Social Media Challenge
February 28, 2020
The Teen Slang Dictionary for Parents
Source: VerywellFamily Teens in each generation develop a language of their own based on what
February 28, 2020
Porn Is Not the Worst Thing on Musical.ly
Source: Human Parts The popular lip-dub app has a dark side My daughter is ten,
February 28, 2020
How Using Social Media Affects Teenagers
Source: Child Mind Institute Experts say kids are growing up with more anxiety and less
February 28, 2020
How to Protect Your Children From Online Sexual Predators
Source: Protect Young Minds Sexual predators have found an easy access point into the lives
February 28, 2020
5 Dangers of Social Media to Discuss with Your Kids
Source: Care.com Here’s what you need to know about keeping your child safe online. With
February 28, 2020
Does Social Media Cause Depression?
Source: Child Mind Insitute How heavy Instagram and Facebook use may be affecting kids negatively
February 28, 2020
10 Ways Porn Culture Will Target Your Kids in 2020 (Be Prepared, Not Scared!)
Source: Protect Young Minds Itâs not difficult to look around and surmise that porn culture
February 28, 2020
21 slang words teens and Gen Zers are using in 2020, and what they mean
Source: Business Insider In a world dominated by meme culture, ever-changing social media platforms, and
February 28, 2020
7 cell phone rules for kids that every parent should establish right now
Source: Care.com For years, my kids have watched me use the Internet and social media for
February 28, 2020
Predatory behaviour and abuse of underage girls ‘rampant’ on Instagram, watchdog warns
Source: 9NEWS An Australian anti-sexual exploitation group claims Instagram is a “predator’s paradise”, after its
February 28, 2020
What Parents Need to Know About TikTok and Social Media Challenge Videos
Eleven-year-old Sarah opened up her TikTok app and saw a video of her favorite vlogger (video blogger) acting out
February 27, 2020
How to Help Kids Deal With Cyberbullying
Source: Child Mind Institute Empowering them with information and strategies to protect themselves Cyberbullying is
February 27, 2020
Media Guidelines for Kids of All Ages
Source: Child Mind Institute Tips for making sure your children’s screen time is healthy Parents
February 27, 2020
Don’t switch off your child’s life – help them use smartphones responsibly
Source: Sunday Times A new breed of experts is trying to bridge the digital divide
February 27, 2020
TikTok Is A Pedophile Magnet And UnSafe For Kids, Warns Cyber Security
Source: Healthy Holistic Living âJust say noâ to TikTok. Thatâs the gist of a message
February 27, 2020
How Using Social Media Affects Teenagers
Experts say kids are growing up with more anxiety and less self-esteem. Many parents worry
February 27, 2020
Parent Alert! Strangers Can Cyber Flash Lewd Photos to Kids on iPhones
Our regular Parent Alert! news updates help parents stay ahead of the trends affecting kids
February 19, 2020
51 Critical Cyberbullying Statistics in 2020
Bullying has been a part of life since people first started living in sedentary communities.
February 19, 2020
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