It’s a conversation being had by parents all over the country. Children as young as seven or eight are seeing their friends use social media and asking if they can get involved too. But mum-of-three and influencer, Alison Perry wonders; is it a good idea to let your kid loose on social media?
But really, how bad is social media for kids? Is TikTok and Instagram harmless ways to pass the time after school and before dinner? Or could it negatively affect your kid's well-being, development and mental health if they are always on social media? If you’re trying to weigh up all the pros and cons (and whether there are benefits of screen time), carry on reading…
