to the YourTango newsletter!

Continue to Site »»

ProConnect

7 Expert Tips For Keeping Your Kids Safe Online

By , . Posted on .

7 Expert Tips For Keeping Your Kids Safe Online [EXPERT]
Do you monitor your kids online?
Stop worrying about your kids' Facebook habits with these expert suggestions!

6. Don't just "friend them." "Friending" them online won't do any good. Kids can easily block their content on facebook so that you cannot see their activities, postings, and pictures.

If your kids have access to social networks, require that they share their username and password with you so that you can occasionally monitor their activities. — Neil McNerney

More from YourTango: When To Punish & When To Reward

7. Understand your rights as parents. If your kids say it's a violation of privacy, don't buy it. There is a difference between violating someone's privacy and viewing what they have written in a public forum that is permanently stored.

More from YourTango: Why Persistent Parenting Pays Off

If your kids say that it is violating their privacy, just say, "I understand you feel that way, but it's my requirement." There is no need to get into an argument about privacy. — Neil McNerney

Article contributed by
Advanced Member

Becky Richardson

Family Coach

Becky Richardson

Certified Life Coach

805-709-5709

coach@BeckyRichardson.com

www.BeckyRichardson.com

Location: Arroyo Grande, CA
Credentials: BS, Other
Specialties: Empowering Women, Family Support, Parenting
Recent Expert Posts
Cuffs

What Is A Dysfunctional Relationship?

Dysfunctional Relationships are relationships that do not perform their appropriate function.

Smothering

Solving ADD to Autism at Home

How to use a "cheaper" alternate to Neurofeedback with non-drug therapies that work at home.

Liquor

Why Doesn’t He Like Me Back? 18 Reasons and Solutions

Learn the 18 most common reasons for why a guy doesn't like you back and how to deal with them.

Ask The Experts

Have a dating or relationship question?
Visit Ask YourTango and let our experts and community answer.

Resources
How to find the right pro for you
10 Reasons Mental Health Pros Should Join YourTango Experts

10 Reasons Mental Health Pros Should Join YourTango Experts

YourTango Experts can help your business go from good to great.

10 Steps To Improve Your Coaching Business

Take your coaching business from mediocre to great in no time…

Frequently Asked Questions About YourTango Experts

Thinking of joining? Here's all the facts you need to know to make the most of your membership.

Getting Your Guy To Join You In A Therapy Or Coaching Session

So how can your get your strong, self-reliant, superman to talk to an Expert with you?

Therapist/Counselors: Who We Are & What We Do

What exactly does a therapist/counselor do and can they really help?

See more resources>
HOT STUFF!
FROM OUR PARTNERS