{"id":84949,"date":"2023-08-30T17:02:34","date_gmt":"2023-08-30T17:02:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebritytidings.com\/?p=84949"},"modified":"2023-08-30T17:02:34","modified_gmt":"2023-08-30T17:02:34","slug":"choosing-when-to-give-kids-a-mobile-phone-one-of-hardest-decisions-parents-have-to-make-research-finds-the-sun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebritytidings.com\/fashion\/choosing-when-to-give-kids-a-mobile-phone-one-of-hardest-decisions-parents-have-to-make-research-finds-the-sun\/","title":{"rendered":"Choosing when to give kids a mobile phone one of hardest decisions parents have to make, research finds | The Sun"},"content":{"rendered":"

CHOOSING when to give a child their first mobile phone is one of the hardest decisions a parent or carer will make in their child\u2019s life, according to research.<\/p>\n

A poll of 1,000 parents with children aged between eight and 17 revealed they find it equally as hard as choosing which school their children should go to (36 per cent), and more difficult than deciding who they should be playing with (29 per cent).<\/p>\n

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The decision that mums and dads struggle the most with is when their children should go to the park or shops by themselves at 56 per cent.<\/p>\n

The research, conducted by Vodafone UK to launch its new partnership with the NSPCC and offer a new platform of resources to support parents with buying a first phone, revealed 74 per cent of parents and carers feel it is important for a child to have a phone when they start secondary school.<\/p>\n

But over half (56 per cent) worry about them having one.<\/p>\n

Three in 10 (28 per cent) parents find buying children their first phone difficult because they state they don\u2019t feel equipped to keep their children safe online.<\/p>\n

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And 53 per cent say it is because they are worried about them seeing inappropriate content or being bullied online.<\/p>\n

The NSPCC reports that in 2022\/23, 10 per cent of calls to its Helpline focused on mobile phones or online platforms took place in August, highlighting a spike in online safety concerns ahead of the new school term.<\/p>\n

Of those parents who have given children a phone, 42 per cent did so to keep them safe when travelling to and from school.<\/p>\n

And 35 per cent felt it was important for their child to\u00a0keep in touch\u00a0with friends outside of school.<\/p>\n

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But while parents are worried about a first phone, children are excited, asking for a phone multiple times a week, from an average age of nine.<\/p>\n

When the time arrived, parents said children were more excited about getting their first phone than their first pet or first bicycle.<\/p>\n

However, 21 per cent parents find it hard to know which mobile phone to pick for their children.\u00a0<\/p>\n

And nearly one in 10 (nine per cent) spend five months or more discussing when to buy their child their first phone, according to the\u00a0OnePoll.com\u00a0data.<\/p>\n

Interestingly, 48 per cent said they would consider the sustainable option and choose a refurbished phone to give to their child.<\/p>\n

As part of its partnership with the NSPCC, Vodafone is launching a growing online platform of resources here to help keep children safe online and provide top tips for buying a child their first\u00a0phone<\/p>\n

Nicki Lyons, chief corporate affairs & sustainability officer at the telecommunications company said: \u201cWe know a child\u2019s first phone is a big moment for families \u2013 exciting for children but bringing with it new concerns for parents and carers.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur research highlights that many mums,\u00a0dads\u00a0and carers don\u2019t feel confident they know all they need to keep their children safe online or where to start with choosing their first phone.<\/p>\n

\u201cThat\u2019s why, for well over a decade, we\u2019ve been committed to helping them navigate being online with their children.<\/p>\n

"And now, working with the NSPCC, we\u2019re supporting parents with more practical resources and tips to give them the tools and confidence they need when their children step into the online world with their first phone.\u201d<\/p>\n

The survey also revealed most parents don\u2019t feel confident setting up safety features on key applications that children use, such as\u00a0BeReal\u00a0(93 per cent), Snapchat (85 per cent) and TikTok (81 per cent).<\/p>\n

Kate Edwards, associate head for child safety online, said: \u201cAt the NSPCC, we are doing everything within our power to ensure that children are safe when they enter the online world, including campaigning for a more robust online safety bill.<\/p>\n

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\u201cWe know a child\u2019s first steps, first words and first day at school are all exciting moments for families, but getting a first phone is one which can be tempered by fear.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is why our partnership with Vodafone is so important, together we can support parents to understand how to keep children safe.\u201d<\/p>\n

Top 10 tips when getting a child their first phone<\/h3>\n

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Here are the top 10 safety tips when getting a child their first mobile:<\/p>\n

1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Set it up as a "child\u2019s phone<\/strong>"<\/p>\n

Speak to your provider to avoid access to certain content or to avoid spending too much.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Activate parental control on mobile<\/strong><\/p>\n

Contact provider to limit the 4\/5G networks your child\u2019s phone can access.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Turn on apps safety settings<\/strong><\/p>\n

Put content filters, chat filters, privacy settings and in-app purchase settings on all applications.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Restrict\u00a0WiFi<\/strong><\/p>\n

Contact your internet service provider to set up\u00a0WiFi\u00a0controls for devices in your home.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Talk to your child<\/strong><\/p>\n

You know when your child is old enough to talk about certain topics without becoming upset or frightened. When talking about risks, be honest but try not to catastrophise.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

6.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Check location settings<\/strong><\/p>\n

Review location settings on favourite apps or games and remind them they shouldn\u2019t share their location online.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

7.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Know about app safety settings<\/strong><\/p>\n

For example, TikTok has a Family Pairing feature that links a parent\u2019s account with their child\u2019s; Snapchat offers built-in parental control features, and Instagram has its Parental Guide for Teens with helpful tips.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

8.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Don\u2019t forget about online gaming safety<\/strong><\/p>\n

Check the age rating to make sure it is appropriate and adjust the settings to make sure chat and voice features are turned off. You can set limits on screentime too.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

9.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Report harmful online content<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you are concerned about something your child has seen online, you can visit the NSPCC page about reporting online safety concerns here or call the NSPCC helpline.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

10.\u00a0\u00a0 Know where to go for help and advice<\/strong><\/p>\n

You can learn more about safety settings on apps,\u00a0games\u00a0and devices via Vodafone's Digital Parenting Pro website.<\/p>\n

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