I know it seems like it could never be your child…but why take that risk? Even the best filters in the world can’t protect kids at all times, so your best bet is to educate yourself AND your kids. With screens in their lives, the risk of being exposed to pornography is too great toContinueContinue reading “3/7/20 Child on Child Sexual Abuse”
Tag Archives: Preschool
SCREENAGERS- less than 2 weeks away!!!
When: Tuesday 2/11/20 Doors open 6:00pm, movie begins at 6:30 PM Where: St. Paul the Apostle Denning Hall 916 E Rusholme, Davenport Presented by Navigating Technology Together Are you watching kids scroll through life with their rapid-fire thumbs and a six-second attention span? The award-winning film, SCREENAGERS, probes into the vulnerable corners ofContinueContinue reading “SCREENAGERS- less than 2 weeks away!!!”
1/9/20 10 Ways Porn Culture Will Target Your Kids in 2020 (be prepared, not scared!)
First- what is “porn culture?” It’s the sexualization of nearly every aspect of life. It’s a sex-obsessed society. It’s in every movie, song, ad, website, app, and the list goes on. It’s something parents today need to be highly aware of, as media has it’s grip on your children as much as you allow itContinueContinue reading “1/9/20 10 Ways Porn Culture Will Target Your Kids in 2020 (be prepared, not scared!)”
1/7/2020 Raising Healthy Kids
12/21/19 There’s a nasty world out there and your kid should not have easy access to it by smartphone
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11/20/19 Pornography presentation last night
Dr. Lyndsey Day gave an amazing presentation last night- thank you to all of you who attended! Below are some links to materials that were used or passed out. More will be added soon- we have a lot! These are the best books for having this conversation with children of all ages: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Pictures-Bad-Jr-Protect/dp/0997318724/ref=pd_sbs_14_t_0/143-9644910-2479507?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=0997318724&pd_rd_r=88288b50-eaf5-42ac-929d-f9074014a20a&pd_rd_w=hoDak&pd_rd_wg=MVi7i&pf_rd_p=5cfcfe89-300f-47d2-b1ad-a4e27203a02a&pf_rd_r=1WJYDWE2KPDFF1REZWM2&psc=1&refRID=1WJYDWE2KPDFF1REZWM2 https://www.amazon.com/Good-Pictures-Bad-Porn-Proofing-Todays/dp/0615927335 https://protectyoungeyes.com/how-to-talk-to-a-5-year-old-about-porn/ContinueContinue reading “11/20/19 Pornography presentation last night”
8/17/19 Screen Time Studies Parents Should Know About
6/1/19 How to raise a low media child
https://ourdailymess.com/2018/10/30/7-ways-to-raise-a-low-media-child/ 1- Out of sight- out of mind! 2- Recognize the need for quiet activities 3-Allow some boredom 4-Phones are for grown ups 5-own less technology 6- set a good example 7- decide on your limits and stick to it!
5/20/19 The nightmare videos of Children’s YouTube
Have you wondered about those weird videos on Youtube that toddlers and preschoolers love to watch? The ones they start watching and have a hard time turning off? An interesting TED talk about those videos… https://www.ted.com/talks/james_bridle_the_nightmare_videos_of_childrens_youtube_and_what_s_wrong_with_the_internet_today
5/3/19 Lindsay Schlicksup
Thank you to those who attended our preschool night last night! It was pretty evident right away that this information (while directed towards the preschool crowd) is still very applicable for any age of child. Please read on to hear what Lindsay shared with us. Lindsay is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist for the AEA. TheContinueContinue reading “5/3/19 Lindsay Schlicksup”
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