6 tips for managing your family's media use better in 2018
by BabyCenter Guest Blogger posted in Parenting
By Caroline Knorr, Common Sense Media
If there's one thing most parents want to get better at, it's staying ahead of their kids when it comes to media and technology. From crazy YouTube videos to marathon Minecraft sessions to sexy selfies, kids are constantly testing the limits (and our patience) with new stuff they want to download, watch, and play. Even as we encourage our kids to use their devices for good, we still butt heads over safety, screen time, age-appropriate content, and the importance of making eye contact instead of staring at your screen when a human being is talking to you.
2018 can be the year you manage your family's media use differently. Learning to live in harmony with media and tech -- in a way that works for your family -- is one of the most forward-thinking actions you can take as a parent raising kids in the digital age. Who knows" One of these may be the start of a new family tradition.
1. Commit to learning about one media item your kid is passionate about. If your mind tends to wander when your kid explains every detail of her latest Minecraft mod, catch yourself and tune back in. Whether it's the latest YouTuber, a new app, a game, or a dank meme, it matters in their world. It's a good sign if they're sharing it with you because it means that they care about what you think. If you know a little something about the stuff your kid is into, it can spark conversations, lead to new media choic...
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