How to Set Up iPhone Parental Controls

EPISODE DESCRIPTION:Welcome to The Consult a Counselor Series, a special segment of the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, where therapist and host Vanessa De Jesus Guzman, LPC, NCC, answers real-life parenting questions, helping you reduce the overwhelm, find joy, live life intentionally so you don't lose your... well you know...TODAY'S QUESTION:"My middle schooler got an iPhone for Christmas. What can I do to keep them safe?"In this episode, Vanessa provides a relatable and practical approach to managing your child’s new iPhone responsibly. From setting clear expectations to utilizing parental controls, she shares actionable tips to ensure your middle schooler stays safe while learning responsible phone use. Vanessa emphasizes the importance of digital boundaries and the benefits of starting this tech journey together as a family.TUNE IN TO LEARN:How to set clear expectations with your child before they start using their phoneThe importance of parental controls and how to use them effectivelyWays to teach your child about digital boundaries and online kindnessHow to balance technology with other activities your child enjoysTips for handling inevitable mistakes with patience and as learning opportunitiesTAKEAWAY MESSAGE:Getting a phone is a big step for your child—and for you. By setting clear rules, staying consistent, and modeling healthy habits, you can make this new phase a safe and positive experience for the entire family.Listen in, and remember... you’re always free to be mindful!Send us Fan MailSupport the showGRAB AN OFFER🎁 Free Resource: 120 Coping Skills: https://www.freetobemindful.com/podcast-120copingskills💛 Coaching for the Mom CEO: https://www.amigamoms.com💡 Coaching for Child Therapists: https://www.thekidclinician.com/💚 Coaching & Community for Latinx Therapists: https://www.latinxpracticecollective.com/ABOUT MEI'm Vanessa, the therapist who helps high-achieving adults become the best version of themselves, not just at work, but in the rooms that matter most. I host the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, named the #1 Latino Mental Health Podcast in 2026 by Feedspot. I believe the people who give everything to everyone else deserve to stop surviving and start living intentionally.CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL🎧 Podcast: https://www.freetobemindful.com/podcast📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/counselorvdejesus/📋 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/counselorvdejesus/🎤 Speaking & Workshops: https://www.freetobemindful.com/speakingDISCLAIMERFree to Be Mindful Podcast episodes are for educational purposes only and should not be considered as or substituted for therapy or professional help from a licensed...