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Sep 2023
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When to Give Your Child a Smartphone - 1...

CONNIE ALBERS
About this episode

When should I give my child a smartphone? What is the perfect age? Some parents want to wait until the later teen years, while others think the tween years are better. Is there a right age?

Most parents have doubts about when their child should have a phone. They also, have different ideas of what is appropriate for their child. Here's the truth: There is no one perfect age when a child should get a smartphone. There are pros and cons to consider before making such an important decision.

 

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