Digital Firsts: Introducing Phones, Social Media, and Tech Responsibility
Kathleen Boothman (Registered Psychologist)
Overview
- Navigating your child’s first phone or social media account can feel overwhelming. In this 60-minute webinar, we’ll help parents make thoughtful, age-appropriate decisions around screen access and digital boundaries—before problems start
- This workshop is ideal for parents of children ages 8–14 who are considering introducing a phone or social media, or who want to revisit existing rules with more clarity and confidence.
Topics covered
- When is the “right” time to give a child a phone or social media access?
- Common pitfalls and challenges parents face (and how to prevent them)
- Setting boundaries that stick: screen time, texting, gaming, and privacy
- Talking to your child about digital safety, comparison, and online friendships
- Building tech responsibility: gradual steps toward independence
- What to do before problems start—plus how to course-correct if needed
What They'll Get
- A downloadable “Tech Readiness Checklist” for families
- A sample family phone and screen time agreement
- Conversation starters to help parents talk with kids about digital safety and value