📊 Does your child’s school have a no-phones-in-classroom policy? As the school year begins, we want to help parents & teachers advocate for safer, healthier tech use in schools. 💪 Swipe 👉 for 3 reminders from Andrea Davis when working with your school on tech safety.

Did you know it’s possible to filter every internet-connected device in your home? Yes, even Smart TVs and gaming consoles. In our latest article, Titania Jordan at Bark explains how 'Bark Home' can be a game-changer for families: defendyoungminds.com/post/how-bark-…

September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time to have real conversations about kids’ mental health. 💔🧠 By helping our kids reject pornography and build emotional resilience, we give them the tools to live healthier, more joyful lives. Grab our guide: defendyoungminds.com/product/buildi…

📚⚠️ A lot of fanfiction quickly turns romantic, sexual, or pornographic. These explicit stories are easy for kids to access and can look like just another chapter of their favorite fandom. See defendyoungminds.com/post/erotic-li… to learn more about the risks of erotic lit for young minds.

🎙️Kylie Kelce of the Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce podcast recently shared her plan for a “kitchen phone” or a communal device kids can borrow when needed but that lives in the kitchen, not bedrooms. 🙌 One of our team members tried something similar! Read her story 👉 defendyoungminds.com/post/navigatin…

¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana! 📚 ¿Sabías que Defend Young Minds tiene recursos en español? Libros, guías y nuestros artículos más populares. defendyoungminds.com/es/spanish-home Happy Spanish Heritage Month! 📚 Did you know we have resources in Spanish? Books, guides & popular articles.

🚨 No filter is foolproof. That’s why conversations, ongoing support & delaying access to devices are just as important. 📖 If your child has been exposed, you’re not alone. Our guide “My Kids Saw Porn— Now What?” offers hope and step-by-step help. defendyoungminds.com/product/smart-…

📺 YouTube is everywhere and chances are, your child is already using it. But is it really safe, even with YouTube Kids or Restricted Mode? Next Tuesday, our newest blog is all about YouTube and how to make it safer for kids. 📌Subscribe: defendyoungminds.com/subscribe

❓How do you talk to other parents about screen time during playdates? Andrea Davis of Better Screen Time shared with us 4 practical ways to set healthy media boundaries during playdates. 👉 Swipe for tips you can start using today! Full article: defendyoungminds.com/post/swimming-…

Does restricting YouTube feel like playing whack-a-mole? One mom thought she had every device locked down until she found her son watching racy videos on their Echo Show. 😬 Today, we are sharing “4 Practical Steps to Make YouTube Safer for Kids” 👉defendyoungminds.com/post/4-practic…

We’re loving our time at AACC conference in Nashville this week! One mom + therapist stopped by to share how much she values our resources. We’re so encouraged to hear how these tools are helping families & professionals protect kids online💙

🎉 It’s here! Our NEW 2nd edition of Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr. is now available for purchase! Designed for kids ages 3–8, this updated edition gives young children the tools to navigate internet dangers safely. Purchase on Amazon via amzn.to/47Qeigh.

A recent study from AngelQ reveals what's on parents' minds when it comes to kids and tech. The struggle is real, but there are practical ways to create healthier screen habits at home. 👉 Swipe to read our 5 tips for managing screen time. More via defendyoungminds.com/post/5-easy-tr…

🚨Spotify rolled out direct messaging for accounts 16+. ⚠️This is a classic case of feature creep: you approve an app because it seems “safe enough,” but then updates quietly add risky features over time. 🎵Check out our music app comparison guide: defendyoungminds.com/post/best-musi…

👀 A sneak peek into the 2nd Edition of Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr. One of the biggest updates is a clearer, stronger emphasis on body safety. ✋✔️ 📚 See amzn.to/47Qeigh to purchase!

We’ve seen lots of parents say things like “R-rated sex scenes don’t count as porn.” Do you agree? How would you explain the difference? 📅 In next week's blog post, we'll share our definition of porn + why clear definitions matter so much. Subscribe: defendyoungminds.com/subscribe

✨ What an incredible week at AACC Conference in Nashville! We’re grateful for the chance to connect with so many counselors, parents, & ministry leaders who share our mission to protect kids and equip families. 🙏 Thank you to everyone who stopped by to share your stories.

Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr. 2nd Edition is a #1 Best Seller! 📚 Kids deserve early protection from explicit content & this updated edition makes it easy for parents to teach children ages 3–8 in a gentle, age-appropriate way. Kindle version available! amzn.to/47Qeigh

Kids won’t remember their best day of screen time. They’ll remember the adventures: playing in the rain, biking through the trees, exploring outside. ☀️🌳 Yes, screen time has its place, but let's encourage experiences that stick longer than any app or show.