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Smart devices

It connects to the Internet, it's a smart device. Get some smart tips on how to use them safely.

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Social media & forums

Learn about the parental controls that keep your kids safe—and give you peace of mind.

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Apps & messaging

Get the download on app dating, social messaging, meditation apps and more.

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Gaming & entertainment

How to set the parental controls to build trust and better communication skills between you and your kids.

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School & learning

Because there is no "new normal," when it comes to learning online. It's just the "new better."

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Articles and features

Alexa, what is digital parenting?

Digital parenting is essentially an extension of your own parenting style with a few twists, such as ongoing conversation around managing kids’ devices, monitoring messages and filtering content.
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Parenting in a digital world
09/23/2025
When digital boundaries make your child feel left out: what parents can do

Are your kids feeling left out due to digital boundaries you set? These expert parenting tips can spark conversations to help you both navigate the situation.

Parenting in a digital world
09/16/2025
Classroom technology: What parents need to know

Explore how classroom technology like AR and VR in the classroom helps kids learn. Discover VR classroom benefits, risks, and what parents should know.

Parenting in a digital world
09/09/2025
GenAI for kids: How to explain it to young kids, preteens and teens

Ready to talk about AI with your kids? Get some age-appropriate ways to explain GenAI to Gen Z. An internet safety expert shares her top talking points.

Parenting in a digital world
09/02/2025
From teen group chats to canceled hangouts: Keeping up with your kid’s plans

Here are some expert tips for decoding the digital shift and staying connected with your teens group chats and plans without cramping their style.

Parenting in a digital world
08/26/2025
How to get comfortable with parental controls—one device at a time

Parental Controls—One Device and App at a Time. These simple steps can help you gain experience with parental controls and build confidence in protecting your kids online.

Parenting in a digital world
08/25/2025
What if a single number could ring your family when it matters most?

Family Line is a feature in the Verizon Family app available with a Verizon Family Plus account that can help urgent calls and voice messages get to the right person at the right time.

Parenting in a digital world
08/21/2025
What parents need to know about Verizon Family Plus

Help keep your family safe with Verizon Family Plus: a paid service that adds more parental controls to the Verizon Family app. Verizon Family Plus

Parenting in a digital world
08/19/2025
WATCH NOW: Mel Robbins’ five tips for achieving phone-life balance as a family

Verizon teamed up with Mel Robbins to develop five expert tips to help your family build a healthy relationship with tech. Mel Robbins’ five tips for achieving phone-life balance as a family

Parent-proven Tip

This works for our family every time: We plan a dance party after screen time. It’s something they look forward to, and it gives us all a chance to let loose.

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Beatrice Moise, M.S., BCCS

Moise is a Board-Certified Cognitive Specialist, Parenting Coach, Author, National Speaker, and parent of two neurodivergent children.

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