The digital age has evolved, therefore revolutionising today’s parenting. From tablets replacing toys to social media shaping identity and having an effect on decision making, the digital age has evolved, therefore revolutionising today’s parenting.
Social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter have a bigger effect on children’s behaviour and their way of thinking, therefore making parents monitor what their children are watching.
This also exposes kids to the risk of cyberbullying, addiction, and even invasion of privacy. The rise of digital parenting.
The rise of digital parenting
Today kids are born into a world of smartphones, TVs, and even online learning. For the parents, this change has meant learning to adapt quickly. Platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube affect children’s perception, and this gives parents a reason to know not only what they post but also who they follow.
Balancing the screen time
One of the biggest concerns is screen time, where experts advise limited use, but with online learning, digital homework, and remote communication, it’s becoming a major challenge.
Although it’s hard to limit the use , parents have to learn how to limit the usage so that they can control what their kids are consuming.
Digital safety and cyber risks With all the internet access, cyberbullying exposure, and harmful content, parents have to teach children about digital etiquette and how to report harmful content.
Parents should also include open communication where they work towards providing a comfortable environment where their kids are free to speak out.
Parenting tools in a tech world
Despite the challenges, technology also supports parents by providing ways they can track their children’s smartphones and gadgets.
Some apps help track and block inappropriate sites and provide educational content. Forming virtual parenting groups has also helped.
.Parenting in a digital age is about leveraging the benefits of technology while guarding against its pitfalls. It requires a protective environment, honest conversations, and evolving alongside your child.
In this screen -Field era, staying connected offline may be the most important connection of all.
BY Judy mutinda
