As a child and family therapist, parents frequently ask me what is the “right” age to get their child a cell phone. It’s a big decision, and there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer. Some children are going back and forth between 2 homes, and a cell phone can be helpful. Others want one to be able […]
Tag: Technology
Managing Your Child’s Screen Time
Screens today are an integral part of our children’s lives, offering entertainment, education, and connection. Many children get computers in kindergarten. Lots of parents choose to get cell phones for elementary-age children to monitor location and safety. Kids today are “digital natives,” meaning they are born into a time of technology. Screens are all around […]