Another Mother Katharine Hill: Confident parenting in a digital world
Jun 4, 2025
Katharine Hill, the UK Director of Care for the Family and author of 'Left To Their Own Devices', shares her insights on parenting in a digital age. She discusses the challenges of setting healthy boundaries around technology and emphasizes the importance of open communication with children about sensitive topics like online content. Katharine also offers practical strategies for fostering a supportive home environment, promoting mindful technology use, and creating family agreements to navigate the complexities of digital interactions.
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Smartphones Rewrote The Parenting Rulebook
- The smartphone changed everything because it put a mini-computer and contact with anyone into pockets.
- Parents must pair biblical wisdom with practical boundaries rather than banning devices outright.
Toddler Accidentally Calls Grandpa
- Katharine shared a story of her three-year-old accidentally phoning her distant grandpa from a phone used as a timer.
- The example shows even very young children can figure out phones and access others unexpectedly.
Use A Phone Box To Model Boundaries
- Try a phone box or a visible, inconvenient phone stand so phones don't dominate family time.
- Model phone habits by placing your own device in the same spot and using it only when necessary.
