By Catherine L’Ecuyer, author of It looks better in 3D, initially published in La Razón, in Spain. As a parent, you’re frequently told—often with a hint of defiance—not to forget that your child has “digital rights”: to search Google, to share their inner world with an App, to join social media. And so, why interfere? Why … Continue reading “Forbidden to Forbid” (When It Comes to Smartphones)
Author: Catherine L'Ecuyer
An Ode to Imperfect Parenting
By Catherine L'Ecuyer, published in El País on February 14, 2017 Children are not showpieces, pre-designed to satisfy the sweet dreams of an idyllic parenthood When we discuss different parenting styles, we tend to polarize the issue, falling back on various stereotypes, like the cruel “tiger mom,” the “indulgent” or obsessive “helicopter” parent, or the … Continue reading An Ode to Imperfect Parenting
13-Year-Olds, Mature Enough to Use Social Media on Their Own?
Proposed legislation in Spain would lower the age requirement for registering on these websites without parental controls
What If We Are Drowning Children’s Thirst for Knowledge by Bombarding Them with Stimuli?
What If We Are Drowning Children’s Thirst for Knowledge by Bombarding Them with Stimuli?
Two Major Shareholders Pressure Apple About iPhone Addiction in Minors
Concerned by the harmful effects of its products on children and youth, they see business opportunities in a partnership between Apple and parents.
Why Is Everyone Telling Me How to Raise My Kids?
Mothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, friends, experts, companies… In the world of parenting, everyone has an opinion to share with a self-assurance that is frightening.