What you need to know about buying your kid’s first phone
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If your kid is approaching the tween years, they?ve likely pestered you about getting a phone. In many instances, it makes good logistical sense. If they?re beginning to take public transportation on their own or catching rides to extracurricular activities, for example, you want to be able to reach them and vice versa. That said, getting your child a phone comes with a gamut of important considerations, such as safety and responsibility. Here are things to think about when buying your child?s first phone.
First, is your child mature enough to have a phone"
Age is not the most significant determinant of maturity. A 15-year-old may perpetually lose things while an 11-year-old takes excellent care of their belongings. Think about whether your child has a good sense of responsibility?do they show up when they say they will" Do they complete tasks without reminders" Do they understand how much things cost" If not, they may not yet be reliable phone owners. Establish rules
Put rules in place from the beginning, and establish consequences if they?re not followed. For example, set limits on phone time. Specify times of the day when using the phone is not allowed, such as late at night, while doing homework or during family activities. Also, what are they allowed to use the phone for" Texting and calling" Which social apps are allowed if any"
Agree on how much money is available to cover the data plan, if any game or app expenses...
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