These days it’s easy to get caught up in the news that has been never ending since the transition of power. I’m ok reading a headline or a repost through my Instagram Stories but feel a sense of dread if I read too much news so I have to be mindful of what I consume…
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8 Tech Resolutions for 2025
January is almost over but it doesn’t mean it’s too late to make some tech resolutions for 2025. Maybe you want to evaluate your social media platforms to figure out where you want to spend your time to preserve your digital wellbeing. Perhaps it’s time to have another conversation with your kids about screen time…
How to Nurture Mental Health to Keep Kids Safe Online
Nine years ago when I wrote Important Conversations to Have with Your Kids About Instagram, my 11 year old daughter had just entered middle school and gotten her first phone. Today she’s an almost 21-year-old college junior and we know so much more about how kids are impacted by online experiences. We also know it’s…
3 Ways to Support Teen Technology Use and Mental Health
This post is sponsored by the Center for Parent & Teen Communication Throughout the pandemic we’ve relied on technology for school, work, and socializing. The increase in technology use has created concerns about our teen’s mental health, physical well-being, and social skills. I’ve heard parents contemplating a summer digital detox but there are better ways…
What You Need to Know to Make Your Child’s Mental Health a Priority
Coronavirus has affected our mental health, but have you ever thought about the impact on our kids? The effect of missing their friends, interactions with classmates and teachers, and activities that were part of a pre-coronavirus shutdown is often overlooked. The emotional well-being of our kids is always important. Here’s what you need to know…
