Scary Mommy

April 29, 2026
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Kids & Tech

When is it appropriate to start introducing your kids to phones? What is a safe amount of screen time? In this issue, we'll connect with doctors, experts, and other parents to give you the inside info on what's on every parent's mind.

Tech Tots
An Age-By-Age Guide For Establishing Cell Phone Boundaries

Experts outline the rules so you don’t have to.

by Elizabeth Narins
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Hot Topic

At What Age Is Social Media Appropriate? What Experts Think About “Banning” Your Tween

You might be surprised by what the pros have to say on this controversial subject.

Buckle Up

A Parents Guide To The Online Gaming Spaces Where Teens & Tweens Are Hanging Out

From Fortnight to Call of Duty, everything to know about the multiplayer games your kid loves.

The Great Peeking Debate

Is It Ever OK To Read Your Kids' Texts? An Expert Discusses

The temptation to take a look is strong, but it could be a recipe for disaster.

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Schools Are Banning Phones. Here's What Parents & Teachers Think About That.

Everyone is worried, but no one can quite agree on the answer.

Parenting
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The Scary Mommy Guide To Talking With Your Teen About TikTok Safety

The subject can feel daunting, but here’s how you can break it down in a productive way.

Parenting
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TikTok's Safety Tools Are Here To Help Parents With Back-To-School Stress

They’re meant to help your teen enjoy the fun of the app while also keeping their experience safe.

Parenting
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By Una LaMarche

TikTok's Safety Tools Are Here To Help Parents With Back-To-School Stress

They’re meant to help your teen enjoy the fun of the app while also keeping their experience safe.

Buckle Up
By Amber Guetebier

A Parents Guide To The Online Gaming Spaces Where Teens & Tweens Are Hanging Out

From Fortnite to Call of Duty, everything to know about the multiplayer games your kid loves.

Modern Parenting Must-Read
By Amber Guetebier

I’ve Got A Gamer At Home. How Do I Keep Them Safe From Online Danger & Threats?

Whether your tween is a Minecraft kid or you have a Halo teen, here’s how experts say you can protect them.

The Great Peeking Debate
By Morgan Flaherty

Is It Ever OK To Read Your Kids' Texts? An Expert Discusses

The temptation to take a look is strong, but it could be a recipe for disaster.