Raising Children in the Digital Age

Perhaps the most visible hallmark of modern day parenting is the use of digital and online tools in raising our children. Every parent knows how much the temptation screens and apps can be to keep the children entertained just a little bit longer. However, despite the additional time screens may give you, this can very quickly lead to a dependence on technology (both of the parents and the children). How often do we see parents automatically reach for devices such as phones and tablets to keep children quiet or see children throw tantrums for not having been given enough screen time?

Thanks to the Internet, we now have easier access to knowledge which has led to an increase of available activities even for toddlers. Although it is true that children, especially between the ages of 1–5 years old, are still sponges, oversaturating our children with knowledge has proven to be more detrimental than beneficial. While it is truly a wonderful thing for children to learn as much as possible early on, parents should be wary of putting too much pressure on their children to learn more.

No matter the era, the adage “it takes a village to raise a child” will always ring true. In this age of technology, parents can find all the support they need from all over the world thanks to the Internet. Whatever challenges you may face, parents these days know they have online groups and forums to discuss their issues with and people they can turn to to seek support from.

But parents, never forget: there is no one-size-fits-all program for parenting. At the end of the day, you know your child best and can give them the right guidance for their needs! Trust your gut instinct and do what you feel is right. Remember, parenting should be a fun journey so make the most out of every day with your little one.

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