As Jennifer Hill navigated parenting in a technology-rich environment, she felt an overwhelming concern about her child's safety and communication. 'When my eldest was heading into fifth grade, I thought, 'There's no phone in this house if something goes wrong.' It's not safe.' This statement reflects the anxiety many parents experience in a world vastly different from their childhoods, where neighborhood familiarity allowed for more freedom and trust. The landscape has changed, and parents feel compelled to adapt. After ruling out traditional phones and other options, she ultimately settled on a smartwatch, appreciating its limited, controlled connectivity. 'I wasn't ready to give my 10-year-old a smartphone.'
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