#ParentingAdvice #KidTechnology #PhoneAge #SettingBoundaries
Hey there! 📱 As a parent, deciding when to give your child a phone is a major milestone that can come with a lot of questions and concerns. Let’s dive into this topic and explore some factors to consider before making this decision.
Choosing the Right Age
When it comes to determining the right age to give your child a phone, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer. Every family is different, and what works for one may not work for another. Here are some things to keep in mind:
1. Maturity level: Consider your child’s maturity level and ability to handle responsibilities such as taking care of the phone and following rules about screen time.
2. Communication needs: If your child requires a phone for safety reasons or to stay in touch with family members, you may need to introduce it at a younger age.
3. Peer pressure: Oftentimes, kids feel pressure to have a phone because their friends do. It’s essential to have open conversations about the reasons behind your decision.
Real-Life Examples
1. Amy, a mother of two, decided to give her eldest daughter a phone at age 12 when she began walking to school on her own. She set clear boundaries around usage and monitored her daughter’s online activity regularly.
2. Mark, a father of three, waited until his youngest son turned 14 before getting him a phone. He wanted to ensure his son could handle the responsibility and understand the importance of using technology safely.
Setting Boundaries
Once you’ve decided on an appropriate age to give your child a phone, it’s crucial to establish clear rules and boundaries to promote healthy usage. Here are some tips:
– Limit screen time and encourage a balance between online and offline activities.
– Communicate openly about the risks of using a phone and educate your child about online safety.
– Monitor your child’s online activity and have regular check-ins to discuss any concerns or issues that may arise.
In conclusion, the decision to give your child a phone should be made based on their individual needs, maturity, and your family’s values. By setting clear boundaries and fostering open communication, you can help your child navigate the world of technology safely and responsibly. Good luck! 🌟 #ParentingJourney #TechSavvyKids #FamilyValues
I’m most likely not gonna have kids, but if I do I’d probably give them a phone when they turn 12 or 13
12 prolly
A Nokia at 14.
15 years old, that’s when I got mine.
Prolly when they need it for middle school (idk how its called in english, the school after elementary school)
11-12
flip phone no internet at 8, at 14 you can have a shitty smart phone
I got mine when I was 13 so , 13
They will work for it at 16
Mid teens I had one at 12 and I shouldn’t have
12–13
They’re not having oneÂ
10-11 with limited access
Full control when the first phone breaks, or around 15
Dumb phone at 7, smartphone with restrictions (Family Link on Android or Screen Time on iPhone) at 9-10, smartphone with no restrictions at 13-14
My current age.
Maybe like 14-15? Also like depending whether how my kid acts or like how much I trust them ig…
I would give them a flip phone or something that they can call me on at like 10-11 so they can call me but at like 13-14 I’ll get them a smartphone.
16. I got one at 15, my life is somewhat ruined
13 or 15
11/12. Probably before starting middle school. Around late Grade 6.
12-13, they get a Nokia or something like that for emergency calls and if they’re taking the bus from school or walking home alone. Maybe when they’re 14, they get an iPhone or whatever brand.
12-14
prolly 13-14
a phone maybe at 12 (for calling/texting), but actual social media and stuff not before 14
I’ll give them a dumb phone if they ask, but I’ll make them buy their own smart phone
Like 13-14, that’s when I had the urge to get a personal phone.
Probably around the time they start going out by themselves a lot and would realistically need one to call me if something went wrong
When its normal for their age.
After he stopped crying after popping out of vagina
99
Sounds dumb but when the time is right I guess? If my kid usually stays home then they can wait. If my kid wants to hangout with friends a lot then I’ll get him one then? Idk I haven’t put too much thought in it
Between 14 and 18
13 with many restrictions (if i even have one lol)
I would probably go 13
Never
(I don’t want kids)
12 seems like a solid thing
Straight outta the fallopian tube
If I were ruler of all, I wouldn’t want anyone to have a phone (as in internet and text/chat/email) till they were about 30.
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when they can buy it themselves
Give them a shitty Nokia phone which I know they can’t fuck around with at 10, and then when 14 a shit mobile phone, to eventually be upgraded.
I’d probably give them some way to contact me without internet access when they are able to go to school by themselves/can go out of the house without me, and idk abt smart phone.
10-11 but they aren’t allowed certain apps till their 13-14 (they can have snapchat and WhatsApp at 11-12 for friends)
when they start high-school (UK high school) and it’ll have some limitations and once they’re in Yr 10 I remove limitations
i got my first phone (Samsung Galaxy Note 8) at age 9
Flipphone at 8 smartphone with limited access at 10 to 11 full control at 14 or 15 (won’t be looking at their private stuff but rather screentime)