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Snapchat to Offer Mental Health Support to Users
February 21, 2020

The post on Snapchat’s blog says they are trying to “create a safer internet.” Snapchat will offer mental health support to their users through a feature called “Here for You.” This feature will provide mental health resources and other information […]

New Tech Products for Your Youngest Children
February 11, 2020

Every kids loves technology and screens. How often should we allow screen time for our younger children? Companies are making tech for children of every age and much of it was on display at CES2020. We should allow our kids […]

Tech Toys Teach the Love of Reading
February 03, 2020

Using technology to teach the love of reading isn’t new. Amazon and Barnes and Noble did it with their Kindle and Nook. Now we’re seeing products come out to help children love reading as well. The show floor at CES2020 […]

These Apps Aren’t as Harmless as they Seem
January 31, 2020

Our kids use all kinds of different apps for many different reasons. Some for socializing, some for fun, and some for school and productivity. We don’t think twice about letting our kids use Google Documents or even the Bible app. […]

Toys Teach Computer Science and Coding
January 29, 2020

I have said it before, there will likely not be a lot of low wage jobs available for our youngest children when they reach employment age. We’re seeing burgers ordered and prepared by machines and having our groceries check out, […]

The Worst Thing About CES2020!
January 21, 2020

I spent five days walking around the show room floor and attending conference sessions at CES2020. It is the largest trade show in the world. I saw all kinds of technology from smart cars, smart homes, and toys and ed […]

CES2020 | Protecting Your Family’s Privacy and Data
January 15, 2020

Walking the show floor at CES can be a major assault on the senses. Every booth has music and lights and giant screens or projectors showcasing the latest and best of their technology offerings. One thing that is cutting through […]

The Family Tech CES2020 Preview
January 01, 2020

Every year at CES, tens of thousands of people gather to see the latest that technology has to offer. Every tech media outlet covers CES. They’ll be talking about everything from virtual reality to massage chairs. This is your Family […]

BecauseFamily 2019 Year in Review
December 30, 2019

2019 was an incredible year! Thank you, our readers, for supporting our organization by reading, watching, listening to, and sharing our posts. We have been able to help thousands of families be internet safe in 2019. The infographic below is […]

YouTube’s Children Privacy Policies Causing Content Creators to be More Crude in their Videos
December 18, 2019

    I am an avid YouTube viewer. I get most of my entertainment from the video streaming service, watching gaming videos, D&D streams, and educational tutorials. I have noticed a trend since YouTube changed its policies for creators to […]