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- Phones Monitoring: Permissions - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.You have considered monitoring your kid’s phone. Since they may not be entirely too enthusiastic about this, there will be some convincing to do to get them on board. Part of this process will be listening to their opinion. Try to genuinely hear their voice, problems, and concerns-- they will ...
Views: 1219 - Protecting your children from Kidnappig - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Odds are that as a parent, you have already talked to your child about “stranger danger” before. It is a nightmare of any parent: your child has gone missing. Talking to your child about the dangers of kidnapping are very important, and you might think that you have already done a sufficient job ...
Views: 937 - Spotting the Signs: Is Your Child Being Cyberbullied? - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.As cyberbullying has emerged with the development of technology, for many parents, it may feel a bit like uncharted territory. On many difficult topics, We often relate to our children by similar experiences during our childhood. However, due to its recent appearance, cyberbullying is likely not ...
Views: 1161(1 vote) - Phone Monitoring: Build Trust First - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Home monitoring can be a slippery slope for many parents. Chances are, your kids will probably not be too in favor if you decide to monitor them. They will probably ask you why you are deciding to do this and may say that you don’t trust them. It’s not that you don’t trust your kids, it is just ...
Views: 745 - Let's Talk: Cyberbullying - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Alright parents, you probably know what bullying is, but do you know what cyberbullying is? Despite popular belief, cyberbullying is much more complex and harmful than “just a couple mean comments online.” Cyberbullying is an intimidating, harassing, and/or hurtful online action to another ...
Views: 982 - How Phones Can Damage Kids - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Cell phones. They are becoming so popular in society that our kids can’t seem to go a minute without them. It feels like kids are on them all the time with their faces just dug in them. When you try to talk to them about their day at dinner, they’re on them. When you are in the car, they’re on ...
Views: 1499 - How do you balance teenage and tween privacy with safe use of technology? - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Your little one isn’t so little anymore. And with their age also comes increased curiosity and responsibilities--both in real life and on the net. The World Wide Web is a fascinating place, but it’s also somewhere you should tread carefully. Instill in your child the right amount of caution and ...
Views: 1250 - What To Do If Your Child Goes Missing - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Odds are that your child is not going to go missing. However, in this day and age, you can never be too prepared. Though uncommon, missing children cases happen every day. Being prepared can be the difference in life and death for your child! The first thing that you should do is contact the ...
Views: 1122 - Spotting the Signs: Is Your Child Being Cyberbullied? - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.As cyberbullying has emerged with the development of technology, for many parents, it may feel a bit like uncharted territory. On many difficult topics, We often relate to our children by similar experiences during our childhood. However, due to its recent appearance, cyberbullying is likely not ...
Views: 1271 - How do you balance teenage and tween privacy with safe use of technology? - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Your little one isn’t so little anymore. And with their age also comes increased curiosity and responsibilities--both in real life and on the net. The World Wide Web is a fascinating place, but it’s also somewhere you should tread carefully. Instill in your child the right amount of caution and ...
Views: 1314 - Some Facts On Parental Abduction - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.When people think of kidnapping, they often think of movies like Taken or stories in the news about children being snatched out of their beds in the middle of the night, never to be seen again. People think that kidnapping is just when strangers pick up your kid and run away while you’re not ...
Views: 887 - Privacy and Phone Monitoring - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.The internet and cell phones have completely changed the world. Whether it is kids having the ability to watch funny videos of animals on YouTube or them finding out how to solve a rubik’s cube, the internet has given them unparalleled access to information. Since the internet provides such a ...
Views: 1395 - The Good and Bad of Classroom Technology - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Background Stats Prior to the advent of cellphones and laptops, kids were the biggest distractions to each other in the classroom. They would pass notes and talk over the teacher, but technology has significantly changed the source of where they are becoming unfocused. Getting distracted by ...
Views: 1502 - What the New Snapchat Feature Means for Children and Their Parents - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.On June 21st, Snapchat added a new big feature called Snap Map that lets you share your current location with your friends. Users can zoom out from the default Snapchat camera screen to bring out a map that shows where you and your friends are currently at, in addition to showing places where ...
Views: 1188 - Should Parents Use GPS Tracking on their Kids? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Finding the way to the closest Walmart. Sending your location to a friend. Looking up good Italian restaurants within a walking distance. While we often take these things for granted in the 21st century, these only became possible recently with the rapid development of GPS tracking and mobile ...
Views: 1478 - How To Deal With a Ransom Kidnapping - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Though the odds of it happening are very low, but a kidnapping is terrifying for everybody involved in it. Your child has been kidnapped. You’re scared, depressed, and confused. The kidnapper demands a ransom. What is your first step? Most parents are clueless. This article will tell you ...
Views: 1104 - Why Open Communication With Our Kids is More Vital Now Than Ever - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Although many are called to parenthood, few have the skill and the perseverance to be effective moms and dads, the kind that raise well-balanced, confident, independent children. Their parenting secret? Open communication—one of the most important factors of a healthy, happy family ...
Views: 1276 - Are you putting your child at risk for kidnapping?-- 4 main types of kidnappings you have to know - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Kidnapping is definitely one of the biggest worries among parents. Down here are the four different types of kidnappings that you have to learn basic knowledge of, and know how to prevent and deal with them when happening. -Stranger kidnapping Many people don’t know that stranger kidnappings ...
Views: 842 - Does a Parent Have Control Over a Child's Phone (Even if They Bought it With Their Own Money)? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.It depends what you mean by the word “control.” Do the parents have the authority to confiscate it (for example, as a punishment)? I would say yes. Do they have control over what the child does on it? I would say to some degree. That’s where the gray area starts, though, since different families ...
Views: 1228 - Teenage Sleep Deprivation - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Sleep. It is something we need and love. However, we deprive ourselves from it almost everyday. Unfortunately, teenagers are doing the same. The main reason for that may be another thing we love-- our phones. Lack of sleep can cause long term health effects and can negatively affect our ...
Views: 1360 - Phone Monitoring- What Should I Tell My Kids? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Parents! You have decided to monitor your kid’s phone. They are not entirely the most enthusiastic about this, and they are wondering why you have decided to do this to them since their friends’ parents don’t do it. However, they are actually mistaken. Many stats from the Pew Research Center ...
Views: 1336 - Open Communication Is Key to Online Safety - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Open communication with your child is the key to online safety. These days, social media and other use of the internet is inevitable. You can not keep your kids off of the internet. This concerns many parents because social media is an ideal place for online predators to groom and research their ...
Views: 1153 - Know the signs of online danger - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.It seems as if us parents had it easy growing up. There was so much less to worry about. We didn’t have to focus on how many Instagram followers we had, how many likes our pictures got, or how many Facebook friends we had; social media simply did not exist. In fact, the internet didn’t even ...
Views: 938 - How to Write a Cell Phone Contract with Your Child - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Cell phones are an inevitable part of a child’s life. All of their friends are on them, and a lot of socialization with their peers happens on social media. They also need IT skills for school and life in general. However, just because they’re necessary doesn’t mean they have to take over their ...
Views: 1063 - Risks of the Internet - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Just like anything else in the world, the internet can be a dangerous place- especially for kids. As a parent, there are multiple risks associated with your kid going on the internet. Ranging from anything like cyberbullying to online predators, these are dangers that many parents are not ...
Views: 1291 - What To Do If Your Child Goes Missing - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.You have to know how to react when your child is missing Although true abduction cases are very rare, sometimes you may find yourself in a situation where you can't find your child. In this moment it's important to stay calm, and be prepared to get help immediately. When you suspect your ...
Views: 923 - Finding a Balance - Privacy vs Monitoring Your Child’s Device - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Raising children is difficult, and often means striving to strike a perfect balance. They need to eat their vegetables, but a cookie here or there won’t hurt. They need to do well at school, but you don’t want to push them too hard. You want them to become independent, but they’re still children ...
Views: 1365 - Overlooked Facts on Cyber Bullying: Self Esteem, Self Confidence, Body Image, and Eating Disorders - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.The only thing we want as parents is the best for our children. Not knowing what kind of risks your child is exposed to can be vexing. Statistics show that most children don’t mention when they encounter problems on the internet. How can you watch out for them and make sure you are giving them ...
Views: 1153 - Should You Let Your Child Meet Their Internet Friend in Person? - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Mom/Dad, can I go meet my Internet friend in person? To be absolutely-100%-embarrassingly-so-honest, my gut reaction to this question would be “No!! What if it’s some creep! Or a scammer!! What if they kidnap you!! Or worse! Don’t you know how dangerous that is?!?!?!” But, of course, I ...
Views: 1223 - Talk to Your Child About Kidnapping! - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Every parent worries about their child’s safety. You hear about it in the news, but it would never happen to you, right? It’s everybody’s worst nightmare: a loved one going missing, especially a child. While there are freak accidents that you might not always see coming, it’s important to be ...
Views: 1155 - Cell Phone Agreements - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Parents! Your kid is starting to struggle in school. You don’t know exactly why, but you may think it is because of their phone. Parents want the best for their kids, and your mindset of phones negatively affecting kids is not completely unfounded. The numbers are also in your favor. Teenagers ...
Views: 1304 - What the Statistics Say About Cyber Bullying - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.According to McAfee’s, “2014 Teens and the Screen study: Exploring Online Privacy, Social Networking and Cyberbullying,” 52% of students have reported having experienced some form of cyberbullying. Of these, 20% experience electronic harassment on a regular basis. 87% of young respondents ...
Views: 978 - Internet Safety Facts Parents Should Know About - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.The internet is such a part of our everyday lives now. In fact, we probably don’t even give it second thought. If you want the answer to something, just google it. How convenient! Your children’s generation is the first to grow up with this advanced access. It’s no surprise if they know more ...
Views: 1008 - Problems Teenagers Have with Technology - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Technology is a wonderful thing. It has increased societal efficiency, saved lives, made communication easier, and has provided greater access to information than ever before. However, not everyone views technology as being entirely beneficial. Teenagers are a group that particularly feel a lot ...
Views: 2126 - Spying on your kids - should you do it? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Hey parents! Here’s a hypothetical for you: You come home from a long day at work and start making dinner. You’re excited to hear about your child’s day at school, how their history presentation went and what friends they sat with at lunch. The burgers are done and you bring everything out to ...
Views: 1136 - Google is teaching kids to “Be Internet Awesome” with new game about online safety - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.It was a good Internet Safety Month (June) this year! Did you know that nowadays children as young as 7 years old have their own smartphones/digital devices and about 90% have had access to the Internet since the age of 9 or younger? That said, it’s crucial to educate your kids on the ...
Views: 2084 - Kids Aren’t Getting Enough Sleep — and the Culprit May be in Their Pocket - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Any parent of older children knows - they aren’t getting enough sleep. Dragging your child out of bed in the morning is almost harder than getting them to do their homework or clean their room. Not only does this sleep deprivation make their mornings hard, it can have long term effects, too. ...
Views: 1353(1 vote) - Keeping Your Kids Safe on Vacation - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Family vacations are great. It’s fun to get away from the chaos of everyday life and relax with your family! However, traveling with young children can be nerve wracking, especially if your family is traveling to a different country. While international travel is a great experience for ...
Views: 932 - Phones and Technology in the Classroom - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Background Statistics Before cell phones were invented, kids were the biggest distractions to each other in the classroom. Things like passing each other notes and talking over the teacher were prevalent, but the source of students’ distractions has significantly changed with the advent of ...
Views: 1309 - Internet Safety Facts Parents Should Know About - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.The internet is such a part of our everyday lives now. In fact, we probably don’t even give it second thought. If you want the answer to something, just google it. How convenient! Your children’s generation is the first to grow up with this advanced access. It’s no surprise if they know more ...
Views: 1271 - 7 Tips on Setting Cell Phone Rules with Your Child - by Submitted on May 26, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.According to the Pew Research Center: "Only 12 percent of children ages 13 to 17 don’t have access to a cell phone". Whoa! That means more kids either have their own mobile phone or have access to mom and dad’s. If your child is begging for a phone, they’re not exactly alone. When you decide ...
Views: 1235 - How To Edit Privacy Settings On Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and WhatsApp - by Submitted on May 11, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Though the joy and benefits of social media can most certainly not be ignored but there are certain privacy risks that need to taken into consideration as well. Whether you’re a private individual or a socialite; an over-sharing adult or a secretive teen; you should be aware of your privacy ...
Views: 1221 - How To Edit Privacy Settings On Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and WhatsApp - by Submitted on May 11, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Though the joy and benefits of social media can most certainly not be ignored but there are certain privacy risks that need to taken into consideration as well. Whether you’re a private individual or a socialite; an over-sharing adult or a secretive teen; you should be aware of your privacy ...
Views: 1347 - 7 Online Safety Reminders For Your Child: GPS Locations, Privacy Settings, and More - by Submitted on May 03, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.No parent wants their child’s safety to be compromised online or in any other way. Between hackers, online predators, cyberbullying and other web safety issues, it is more important now than ever to remind your kids to stay safe online. It can also be hard if you don’t know what steps to take to ...
Views: 1204 - Parenting Teens: Culture and Slang Words of Today’s Teens - by Submitted on May 03, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Understanding your teenager is never an easy task. Teenagers are never easy to handle, and with the slang among them constantly changing, it can be difficult to keep up. The cultural aspect of teenagers has a lot to do with their slang, so knowing which slang means what will help you get a ...
Views: 1176 - Overlooked Facts on Cyber Bullying: Self Esteem, Self Confidence, Body Image, and Eating Disorders - by Submitted on May 03, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.The only thing we want as parents is the best for our children. Not knowing what kind of risks your child is exposed to can be vexing. Statistics show that most children don’t mention when they encounter problems on the internet. How can you watch out for them and make sure you are giving them ...
Views: 1207 - Social Media and Online Predators: Different Ways Online Predators Approach Victims - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.KIDGUARD EDITOR Your child has a smart phone, a laptop, a tablet and total use of the home computer. Having a child who’s online almost always isn’t exactly far from the norm. Roughly 24 percent of all children ages 13 to 17 go online “almost constantly,” according to the Pew Research ...
Views: 935(1 vote) - Writing a Cell Phone Contract with Your Child - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Cell phones are part of kids’ lives. That’s just how it is. Of course, not every parent allows mobile phone use. But, the trend towards having tech-savvy children is on a definite upwards swing. Roughly three-fourths of kids, 13- through 17-years, either have or have access to a smartphone, ...
Views: 1129 - Text Messaging & Sleep Deprivation in Teens - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.There is growing concern among parents and health professionals that text messaging is contributing to sleep deprivation, with teenagers being the most at risk group of being sleep deprived. Mobile phone ownership amongst children has risen exponentially in the last decade, with around 80% of ...
Views: 1111(1 vote) - 5 Reasons to Monitor Your Child's Text Messages - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Text messaging remains one of the most popular forms of communication for kids who own phones. A 2015 survey found that 88% of US teenagers aged 13 to 17 have access to a mobile phone of some kind and a majority of teens have smartphones (73%). This number rises to over 90% of teenagers if you ...
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