The SHOCKING Truth About Raising Kids in a Digital Age - Episode 59

In this episode, we talk about what parenting actually looks like in 2025. We unpack the pressure to parent the “right way” while technology, social media, and AI keep changing the rules faster than we can keep up.We discuss kids and smartphones, social media influence, and why elementary school kids suddenly believe they need adult skincare routines. We also explore the differences between gentle parenting and permissive parenting, and how confusing those labels can be in real life.We explore sharenting and the question of consent when posting about our children online, along with the growing trend of parents turning to AI tools like ChatGPT for real-time parenting advice. We talk honestly about where technology can be helpful, where it becomes risky, and why values still matter more than trends.If you’re trying to raise kids in a digital world without losing your common sense, your boundaries, or your identity as a parent, this episode is for you.📱 Follow Us on InstagramParents & Professors Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/parentsandprofessorspod/Dr. Michael Steven Williams: https://www.instagram.com/drmikewillDr. Marjorie Dorimé-Williams: https://www.instagram.com/drminimarj🕒 CHAPTERS 0:00 Intro1:00 The wild world of parenting in 20255:06 Parenting pressure and the fear of doing it wrong11:05 Sharenting and kids’ consent online14:09 AI, parenting decisions, and privacy concerns22:42 Smartphones, screens, and social media for kids30:17 Gentle parenting vs permissive parenting37:00 Performance parenting and social media pressure#ModernParenting #ParentingPodcast #ParentsAndProfessorsPodcast Disclaimer:The information shared in this video is for general discussion only. We are not responsible for any decisions you make based on this content. Please use your own judgment and do your own research before taking action on anything discussed here.Copyright Notice:This video may include dialogue, music, or images that are not owned by Co-Parenting Compass. Image credit: Unsplash.com. You may share or embed this video as long as you include a clear link back to our YouTube channel.