When did you let your kids get their first phone?
My daughter just turned 11 and is starting middle school next month. She's literally the only one in her group chat without a phone. I want to get her one but I'm terrified of what she'll access and who she'll talk to. What age did you give your kids phones and what safeguards did you put in place that actually worked?
Our daughter got hers at 11 too when she started middle school. It helped with logistics honestly, like coordinating pickups and letting us know she got to class. Just set expectations upfront about usage.