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When Should I Give My Kids a Phone?

When Should I Give My Kids a Phone?

Update: 2025-06-05
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Giving your child a phone is an important decision today. Arlene Pellicane talks with Jim Daly about how it's wise to make sure your kids are ready for a phone before they actually get one. Also, John and Danny will encourage you to not be a helicopter parent on your kid's phone usage.

 

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When Should I Give My Kids a Phone?

When Should I Give My Kids a Phone?

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