At some point, the question comes. A friend in class already has one. Your child is staying later for activities. Coordinating pickups would be easier. In the U.S., about six-in-ten parents of 11- or 12-year-olds say their child has a smartphone of their own, with substantial increases beginning around
Introduction: Parenting in the digital age means navigating how much time kids spend on screens. Pre-teens (around 9–12 years old) often use gaming consoles (Nintendo Switch, Xbox, PlayStation) or borrow a parent’s phone for games and videos, even if they don’t have their own phones yet. It’
Giving your child their first phone is a major parenting milestone in the digital age. Many parents of 9–12-year-olds ask the big question: “Is my child ready for a phone?” The answer isn’t simply about age – it’s about maturity, responsibility, and preparation. In this guide, we’ll