The realities of tech in middle school

Technology, including everything from cell phones to smart TVs, social media to AI have become an inevitable part of parenting middle schoolers. In this episode, Sarah Siegand, founder of Parents Who Fight, discusses the realities of technology-fueled middle school and what we can and can't control as parents. If you're a parent who's overwhelmed by everything kids have access to these days, this episode is the perfect primer.

Recommendations mentioned in this episode:
HR Mom
Childhood 2.0 Documentary
Better Screen Time
Parenting in a Tech World FB Group
WiFi/Router Solutions

Recommendations from Raising Middle School Girls:
Brighter Minds, Better Futures
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About the Guest:
In 2015, Sarah Siegand and her husband Jesse started a community movement called Parents Who Fight, dedicated to raising awareness about digital dangers. Sarah helps hundreds of parents each year with strategies for protecting kids online through workshops, webinars, and personal consultations. Sarah is also the mom of two teenage boys and a youth mentor to middle school girls at her church.
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