With 5 billion people using technology, the digital revolution has swept the world, and the parent-child relationship is no exception. Parents living in today’s digitally connected world, while managing their relationship with technology, are leveraging it to make a difference in their parenting style. They use it to manage their children to raise an adequately informed and knowledgeable generation. In this article, we will discuss how technology is making parenting easier.
How technology is making parenting easier
Access to more information and sound advice
Technology has given birth to knowledge portals such as web-based applications with live locations, chat features, and social media websites. And parents around the world are using these platforms to share important life advice, anecdotes, and ways they can bring up their children better. It’s also a medium to discuss parenting struggles, network with other parents, and rejoice in other parents’ challenges and relatable experiences.
Easy to monitor activit
Technology allows them to monitor their kid’s actions. From geographical locations to internet search activity, a parent knows what their child is doing.
Options to optimise learning and entertainment
With the rise of the internet, one has multiple options. From learning videos and tutorials to educational films, technology has it all. Parents can now provide kids with activities and learning opportunities online that keep them occupied.
Accessible communication
Technological advancements make communicating with kids more straightforward. Parents now don’t have to worry about their kid’s whereabouts because of constant dialogue through calls and text messages. This is further made easier by the GPS features.
The future at the intersection of tech and parenting seems bright. With innovations and technologies coming into play, the dynamics and processes of the parent-child relationship are set to improve.
https://www.insider.com/how-being-a-parent-has-changed-in-the-last-20-years-2019
https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2020/07/28/parenting-children-in-the-age-of-screens/
