I Am A Strict Parent

My 10 year old asked me a question today. She asked if she could get a cell phone. I told her I would think about it. But I'm not really sure she is ready for a phone. I'm sure she is getting this from her friend's and her boyfriend. I think I was 11 or 12 when I got my first cell. What you guy's think

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Pop0159 · 61-69, M

I would get yourself a second cell phone (flip phone woould be good) and allow her to use it from time to time as a reward .. .. .. something she earns and has but restricted or controlled so she can learn how to use it without it controlling her life .. .. instead of facing the negative of looosing her phone when she makes a mistake or misbehaves .. you are promoting poaitive behaviour .. ..

BTW .. My youngest two shared their first cell phone for a couple of years .. ..

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Pop0159 · 61-69, M

@Venus25: I'm sure you know your daughter best and sounds like you know how to be a great parent .. .. .. depending on your carrier you may be able to monitor her use online or in the bill .. .. .. I remember my youngest became grumpy and tired and it continued for a couple three weeks .. .. wben I checked she was using her PC at 1, 2 and even 3 am . . .

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