Do you post pictures of your kids online? Well, children's therapist and cyber trauma expert, Catherine Knibbs, is here to tell you why you shouldn't (even if you're on a private account!)

In this week's episode of A Millennial Mind, we’re talking about the hidden dangers of posting kids online, the reality of online predators, and why the usual rules around screen time and social media safety don’t really apply to modern-day children anymore. Catherine shares what’s actually happening to kids’ brains when they grow up in a digital world, how predators think, and why parents often get protecting kids online completely wrong (without even realising it).

It’s not about fear or banning tech; it’s about learning how to raise kids who can thrive both online and offline. And honestly, some of this blew my mind. Let me know what you think in the comments!

✨ What You’ll Learn
Why posting kids on social media isn’t as safe as you think
The real ways online predators target children
What screen time does to the brain and mental health
The dangers of social media that most parents ignore
How to talk to your kids so they actually open up
Tips to balance tech and real-world life without constant battles
Why attachment and consent matter in digital parenting

🗝️ Words to Listen Out For
Cyber trauma
Online predators
Digital footprint
Screen time
Neuroplasticity
Dopamine
Attachment
Consent
Sharenting

⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 Introduction: Should Parents Post Pictures of Their Kids Online?
00:14 The Necessity of Children Being Online
00:50 Changing Perspectives on Kids and Technology
00:59 Guest Introduction: Katherine Nibs
01:28 The Role of Technology in Child Development
07:27 The Fear and Reality of Online Predators
11:09 Parental Responsibility and Online Safety
25:16 The Challenges of Parenting in the Digital Age
44:39 Navigating ADHD and Technology's Impact
45:32 Understanding the Brain: Neuroscience Insights
46:09 The Role of Dopamine and Neuroplasticity
48:55 Attachment Theory and Parenting Challenges
51:30 The Importance of Open Communication
52:44 Balancing Technology and Real-World Interactions
01:02:37 Cultural Norms and Consent in Parenting
01:09:40 Practical Parenting Tips and Overcoming Guilt
01:19:14 Final Thoughts and Encouragement for Parents

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