A short, judgment-free guide to help you say,
“not no, just not yet”
Why when they get a phone matters more than which phone it is
A readiness checklist so you’re not guessing if your kid is “old enough”
Simple scripts for talking with your kid and other parents
A one-page family tech plan you fill out together
A judgment-free way to see if your kid is actually ready right now—emotionally, socially, and in basic responsibility.
Text-ready scripts so you’re not the only family delaying.
Build a small coalition instead of white-knuckling it alone.
Language that keeps the relationship strong while you say, “Not yet—and here’s why.”
A one-page plan you fill out together: what you’re aiming for, what they do get now, and when you’ll check in again.
Options like watches, shared devices, and real-world freedoms that scratch the same itch without a full-blown smartphone.