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BuzzFeed
3 months ago
Parenting

This Mom's Explanation For Why She Won't Post Her Baby Anymore Is So Important

Parents are reconsidering sharing children's images online due to risks of predatory behavior.
Momfluencer Samantha Kastenholt decides to stop sharing photos/videos of her daughter due to safety concerns. [ more ]
Miami Herald
4 months ago
Parenting

Is social media affecting your child's health? A Miami children's hospital takes action

Nicklaus Children's Hospital in South Miami has launched a campaign called Safe+Sound to help parents protect their kids from the negative aspects of the digital world.
Research shows a correlation between the internet, social media, and an increase in mental health issues among children, including suicidal thoughts. [ more ]
Mail Online
5 months ago
Social media marketing

Instagram automatically hides 'age-inappropriate content' for teens

Instagram is finally implementing measures to hide posts that can harm children, such as suicide, self-harm, and eating disorder content.
The block on age-inappropriate content applies to users aged 13 to 17 and cannot be turned off but will lift once they turn 18. [ more ]
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