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Becca Moates's avatar

I work in pediatrics. Seeing kids as young as 1st-2nd grade with a smartphone. I lean toward there being no overt benefits to this and it being too much for them to handle. Although, we got my 11 year old an Apple Watch (I wish there were more lower cost options similar). Her watch connects to my phone but it’s her own number. The reassurance that she can text me if she needs something from school (thanks school shooters for helping my anxiety), but she doesn’t have access to things that make life more complicated is a really nice balance for us.

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Victoria Riordan's avatar

Low rise of coming back in unfortunately 🙄 I refuse to go back 🤣 As a soon to be first time mom who wants my child to enjoy the benefits of the digital age and a therapist who knows the importance of limits on that freedom, I really appreciate you sharing this information. Thank you 💙

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