Family Safety Articles
One of the biggest nightmares for a parent is a child running away from home. They can leave home for all types of reasons, but one of the biggest is because they don’t feel wanted, respected, or needed. It’s natural to panic and be angry at first, but try to put those emotions to one…
We live in a world of technology and screens. Everyone is inundated with devices, whether it’s the TV, the laptop, phones, tablets, and much more. There doesn’t seem to be a way to avoid them. Schools expect children to do their homework on laptops. The Kindle offers ways to read books without the physical book.…
The world is changing with the help of technology. While in some ways this is a good thing, in other ways is can be dangerous and negative. This is especially the case for your children. You need to monitor your teen’s internet usage on a regular basis. Monitoring isn’t a way to invade their privacy,…
Technology has meant that a number of activities and social events that used to take place solely in the real world have moved online. Online dating has grown considerably over recent years and it’s not just available for adults. There are now online dating apps for teens. It’s important to know where your teen is…
Screen time addiction in teens is a very real and serious subject. It’s up to you as their parent or guardian to monitor the amount of time spent in front of the screen and encourage other ways to spend their time. However, how can you monitor and help if you don’t know all the truths…
There are plenty of apps and games out there for the tablet or computer. Whether your child loves to create lives on the SIMS or enjoys the old-school fighting games like Street Fighter, there is something for all. Then there’s the ability to stream TV shows and watch movies from the iPad, phone, and more.…
Parents want the best for their kids. They want to keep children safe and warm, but there are far more dangers in the world today than ever before. This is all thanks to technology. While tech has opened many good doors, it has also opened the doors to cyberbullying – something that teenagers don’t talk…
Natural disasters, such as tornadoes, earthquakes, and hurricanes, happen around the world throughout the year. Some have no initial warning signs, and others can be so devastating that families are torn apart. Protecting your family means being prepared. Here are four tips for family disaster preparedness to make sure you’re all ready when the unthinkable…
Technology hasn’t just opened kids up to dangers of online predators. It’s also caused a problem for family finances. Mobile data usage is one of the most common reasons for expensive phone bills, sometimes in the hundreds or thousands of dollars. You need to monitor mobile data usage to help keep the costs down, and…
Have you ever wondered whether you should track your child cell phone location? You may think it is too invasive, but it could help to keep them safe. Before you make a final decision, here are five reasons to do it. Keep Them Protected Parents don’t know everything going on in their child’s life. They…