In Toy Story 5, Pixar is poised to tap into one of the most relevant tensions of this generation: the battle between imagination and screens.
Australia Bans Social Media for Children Under 16 — What Parents Should Know
Australia has made history. As of December 9, 2025, the country officially became the first nation to enact a nationwide ban on social-media use for children under the age of 16.
Major platforms — including TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, Snapchat, X (Twitter), Reddit, Twitch and others have been ordered to block users under 16 or face fines up to AUD 49.5 million (~USD 33 million).
School-Issued iPads & Chromebooks Are Fueling New Concerns
iPads & Chromebooks once looked like a helpful tool for remote and hybrid learning. But for many parents, it has become a growing source of frustration, worry, and even alarm. According to a recent investigation, a rising number of parents in Los Angeles now claim that these school-issued devices are having negative effects on their children — both academically and emotionally.
Instagram Teen Safety Update: It’s going PG-13. Why It’s a Step Forward — But Still Not Enough
Instagram Teen Account’s new PG-13 protections are promising, but without strict age verification, they remain a soft barrier. What parents must know.
Covenant Eyes Review: The Best Internet Accountability Software for Families and Individuals
The internet is one of the most powerful tools ever created. It connects us, entertains us, and teaches us—but it also exposes us to darker corners of the digital world. For parents, the thought of kids stumbling onto harmful content is terrifying. For adults, the challenge is often more personal: the battle against temptation, compulsive habits, and online addictions that can erode dignity, relationships, and peace of mind.
That’s where Covenant Eyes comes in. More than just an internet filter, Covenant Eyes provides accountability software—a powerful combination of monitoring, reporting, and encouragement designed to protect families and adults from harmful content online.
Book Review: The Tech Exit by Clare Morell – Why Every Parent Should Read It
Introduction to The Tech Exit: Why This Book Matters Now If you’re a parent today, you’ve probably felt the uneasy tension around screens. Your child’s school encourages digital learning, their friends are glued to smartphones, and maybe you’ve already seen changes in their behavior — irritability after gaming, withdrawal without a device, or loss of…
Discover the Ultimate Family-Friendly Movie List: A Growing Resource for Clean Movie Ratings
Don’t get caught off-guard. We built The Ultimate Family-Friendly Movie List — a database of movie titles rated not by how clean and family-appropriate it is.
Top 5 Most Popular Video Games Parents Should Know About (and What to Watch For)
Parent of a child between 6–16 years old? Chances are they’re spending hours each week immersed in popular video games such as Roblox, Minecraft & Fortnite. Learn what kind of games these are and what dangers might be lurking beneath.
How TikTok & Instagram Are Rewiring Our Kids’ Brains
Understanding the Alarming Impact of Social Media on Youth Mental Health, Focus, and Development. Platforms like TikTok and Instagram are reshaping how young brains process information.