Help - Should I give my tween a mobile phone?

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Help - Should I give my tween a mobile phone?

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May 29, 2023

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Tweens want a phone so they aren’t left out and many parents like being able to contact their kids. But, when should kids have their own mobile?

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May 29, 2023

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One of Australia's favourite parenting authors and educators Maggie Dent gives you tips and answers to your real-world parenting dilemmas — screen time, tantrums, building resilience, homework and more. Parental As Anything is a common sense, relatable, practical guide on raising kids of all ages today.

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