From digital safety to a viral praise trick—what every parent should know

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From digital safety to a viral praise trick—what every parent should know
Digest Newsletter · Jun 29, 2026
From digital safety to a viral praise trick—what every parent should know

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Kids are growing up online, and the parenting playbook is being rewritten in real time — from teaching notification hygiene to modeling AI use. Between a heartbreaking influencer tragedy and a science-backed praise hack, parents are balancing caution, compassion, and a little intentionality.

Parenting

Digital smarts, emotional care, and a surprising praise hack for modern parents

Experts say Internet safety and basic digital skills—like managing notifications and protecting privacy—should be taught before high school to give kids practical guardrails (Times of India). [P]The parenting spotlight turned grim when a Georgia influencer announced his 2‑year‑old’s drowning on social media, renewing debate over public grief and family boundaries online (AOL). On a brighter note, psychologists validated a simple viral praise technique—praising kids within earshot—to reliably boost confidence and behavior, a practical tool parents can use immediately (Upworthy).