Introduction A mother posted the first-day-of-school photo of her daughter last week and is very proud of it. The words were loving and supportive. But latent in the same photograph was the name of the school, fixed on the badge on the child--enough to strangers to know where her child was being educated. We are in a generation where people post milestones on the internet as a norm. Starting with the first steps, continuing through to graduation ceremonies, proud parents would like the world to witness how their children develop. This sharenting culture (sharing + parenting) is what brings families together, brings happiness, and keeps memories. However, there is a problem here; Each press of the button, Each photo, Each story leaves a digital trace, Sometimes lasting longer than childhood itself. Ensuring privacy of your child, putting them in a dangerous situation, and even potentially influencing their future perceptions are only but a few ways in which oversharing can hurt ...
Introduction Your 8 year old returns to school frustrated after a fight at the playground. You grab your phone instead of turning it off, and an AI application hears their voice and recommends phrases to make them feel calmer and exercises to help them develop empathy that are unique to them. Sound futuristic? In 2025, it's everyday reality. With AI becoming a more integral part of family life, it is not only about intelligent assistants, but also how we are raising emotionally intelligent kids. Emotional intelligence, or EQ , the skill to identify, understand, and regulate one’s feelings, has never been more in demand. As children grapple with a digital overload, social isolation in front of screens, and post-pandemic mental health issues, EQ can help them succeed. The increasing importance of AI can be demonstrated by recent reports that indicate that almost a third of children are now requesting AI to provide emotional support. This artic...