While technology has made our lives easier in so many ways, it can get too much of our time and attention if we’re not careful. And of course, if left unchecked, tech can open doors to all sorts of tricky, confronting or downright dangerous content. That’s why having a conversation about how your family agrees to use technology is super important. It's a great way to get everyone in the whānau talking about really important things, feeling heard and understood and ultimately on the same page. Our downloadable (and printable) family tech agreement provides a guide for this important conversation (which will likely be ongoing!), and helps you establish boundaries and responsibilities shaped by your house rules and family values.
Even though there are dangers online, the goal for most parents isn’t to keep technology out of their kids' lives altogether, but to prepare them to use it well. It’s like a pool or a lake. Instead of just keeping kids out of the water, we can teach them how to swim.
