Tech & Kids

Terrific Summer TV You Can Feel Good About Your Kids Watching – With Activities!

Quality shows and simple activities are a match made in summer-break heaven.

How to Raise an Optimistic Human in a Pessimistic World

Show kids that the tools for a positive outlook are well within their reach.

The Second Leading Cause of Death in Kids 10-18 Might Surprise You

Here's what you need to know, how to talk to your children about this, and tools you can use to alert you to warning signs.

What are apps like Tik Tok doing with our kids’ data?

Social platforms are hungry for our children's data. Here's what you need to know about apps like Tik Tok.

Rebooting How We Think About Kids’ Screen Time

Playing an active role in kids’ digital experiences: it’s easier than you think

Everything You Need to Know About “Apex Legends”

Did your kids make the sudden switch from "Fortnite" to "Apex Legends," the new battle royale romp? Here's everything you need to know about the popular video game.

New Study Shows Teen Depression, Distress and Suicide on the Rise in Staggering Numbers

The study reveals that this generation of teenagers—born right at the cusp of smartphone mania—are the ones really suffering.

Suicide Instructions Popping Up in Videos on YouTube Kids

Kids are getting bombarded with everything from pornography to instructions and encouragement to commit suicide on YouTube and YouTube KIDS.

EP 30: Lisa Thee on YouTube’s Pedophile Problem and How to Protect Your Family

We break down the latest YouTube headlines and the tips and tools to keep your kids safe with Lisa Thee, a tech industry leader (and mom) with an expertise in child safety.

Creating “Screen Time” Consequences, Hard but Necessary?

I recently worked with my teen daughter to set up a fair consequence around one of her screen time rules. I've also include several examples of consequences from other parents.

What Pedophiles Are Doing With Your Child’s Videos on YouTube (And What You Can Do About It)

Advertisers like Disney and AT&T are responding - and so should YOU.

If Jeff Bezos Doesn’t Have Digital Privacy, Neither Do You (or Your Kids)

Repeat after me: Nothing We Do With Digital Technology is Private!!! (Especially with regard to your privates)

Hey Boys! JUST SAY NO To Requesting Nudes.

Being a teenager today is no joke. But it is a game. And a dangerous one at that.

10 Apps Parents Should Watch Out For in 2019

It's a new year, and that means new apps on your tweens' and teens' phones. While the old standbys like Snapchat and Instagram are still going strong, there's no shortage of social media, video-sharing, and homework-help apps that are popular but not necessarily household names. Of course, it's nearly impossible to keep up with every hot new app, which makes knowing the risky features -- like interaction with strangers, anonymity, privacy concerns, and iffy content -- a solid first step. But it's still important to know the specifics of what's on your kid's device and whether or not you'll allow it to stay there.

Podcasts for Teens

I make my kids listen to 4 podcasts a month as their cell phone "payment". It's simple, $35 or 4 podcasts? They choose podcasts every time. Here's the big list!