144: Should Kids Be on TikTok? Roula and Many Parents Struggle

In this episode, Rosie sits down with Roula, a thoughtful parent navigating one of today’s biggest parenting dilemmas: Should kids be allowed on TikTok? From heartfelt conversations with her 10-year-old son to exploring parental controls, the risks of social media comparison, and the importance of balance, Roula opens up about her fears and hopes as a mother. Together, Rosie and Roula dive into: The challenges of setting boundaries around social media. YouTube vs TikTok: what’s safer for kids? The hidden influence of online “perfect lives” on children’s self-esteem. Why schools and parents need to work together on digital literacy. Strategies to teach balance without creating obsession. This episode is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone grappling with kids, social media, and the digital world. Keywords: parenting podcast, kids and TikTok, social media and children, parenting tips social media, parental controls TikTok, raising kids in digital age, kids mental health TikTok, parenting boundaries online, kids and YouTube vs TikTok, family digital safety --------------------☕️ Buy us a coffee!🎙️ Send us a voice message🛍️ Buy some Rosie and Roula merch!--------------------⭐️ Leave us a review▶️ Follow us on Instagram and TikTok🎞️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel--------------------🎧 Check out Roula's podcast🎧 Check out Rosie's podcast