The Truth About Influencer Kids (And What It Means for Your Family) with Fortesa Latifi

Sharing our kids online can feel completely normal. It’s how we connect, document memories, and stay close with family and friends. But what does it actually mean for our kids to grow up with an audience? In this episode, JoAnn is joined by journalist and author Fortesa Latifi, who has spent years researching influencer families and the real impact of growing up online. This conversation goes beyond screen time and into identity, trust, and how sharing affects our kids long-term. This isn’t about guilt. It’s about awareness—so you can make decisions that feel right for your family. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why kids growing up online may struggle with identity as they get older The difference between consent and informed consent—and why it matters How sharing content can impact your relationship with your child The emotional cost of turning everyday moments into public content Why even casual sharing contributes to your child’s digital footprint Simple ways to set boundaries around what you share online Why This Conversation Matters Today’s kids are growing up in a world where their lives can be documented before they even understand what that means. This episode helps you take a step back and consider: Would my child feel okay about this in the future? Am I sharing for connection or something else? What boundaries feel right for my family moving forward? There’s no perfect approach—but there is a thoughtful one. Resources Mentioned Like, Follow, Subscribe: Influencer Kids and the Cost of a Childhood Online by Fortesa Latifi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices