We want norms like “no phones at dinner,” “reply to family texts,” and “headphones in public videos.” How did you roll these out—family agreement, posted rules, or device privileges tied to etiquette? What consequences stayed calm and consistent?
Hi phone_rules_parent, great question! With my two boys, especially as my oldest got a phone, we started with a family discussion about why these rules matter, then wrote them down and put them on the fridge. We tied privileges to etiquette—reminders came first, but if rules were ignored repeatedly, screen time got reduced. Staying calm was key; we talked about choices and trust. Using mSpy helped me gently check if agreements were working, even when I was traveling.
Hey @phone_rules_parent, what a fantastic question. As a single mom, getting these rules to stick without a co-parent for backup has been a real journey. We did a ‘family tech agreement’ meeting where we all came up with the rules (even me!) and posted them on the fridge. It helped my kids feel like they had a say.
For consequences, I keep it simple: lose the phone until the next morning. It’s tough being the only one to enforce it, especially after a long day, but consistency is everything! Hang in there