June 29




A recent study interviewed kids and wanted to know what they thought about their parent’s social media activity and rules about technology. One major concern was “sharenting.” That’s when parents talk too much about their kids on Facebook and other sites. 



Tips for Overcoming Parental Oversharing 



2. Think Before You Post. Posting good grades and sports victories is more popular than mentioning eating disorders and messy bedrooms. Handle the sensitive subjects in private. 

3. Consider your audience. Facebook privacy settings may not prevent leaks. Alternative sites like FamilyLeaf and WhatsApp groups make family communications more secure. 

4. Examine your motives. Be honest about why you’re posting. Is it about you as a parent or how you feel about your kid’s accomplishments Are you proud of your kids or fishing for compliments for yourself? 

5. Seek advice. A lot of parents were attracted to the internet and social media  because they’re looking for information and encouragement from their peers. Just keep your kid’s privacy in mind while you’re being social. 

6. Resist the constant, “my kid is the “Best” posting.” Do you sometimes feel inferior to parents who brag about their children’s accomplishments? Or those parents who are struggling to find room for their kid’s academic and sports trophies? Being humble, gracious and kind to yourself and your children A little humility can help everyone feel more comfortable. 

More Technology Tips for Parents 





4.Make your rules easy to follow. There may be sites you want to ban completely, at least until your kids reach an appropriate age. Discuss your reasoning so kids can start learning to make sound decisions for themselves. Discuss and set rules in a family meeting so everyone is on board. 


The Internet has made it easier to embarrass your kids now that you’re no longer limited to photo albums and baby books. Be a parent who uses social media responsibly. Ask your kid’s permission before posting about them, and think about the long term impact of your pictures and comments. Create this as a family rule of treating each other with respect and consciously connect with your kids. 

Okay, how you measure up? If you have other tips please share in the comments below. Let’s help each other out.

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About the Author

Dorcy Pruter is the CEO and Founder of Dorcy Inc., The Conscious Co-Parenting Institute, and The Co-Parenting Coach Training Academy. She created the family reunification program High Road to Reunification and is a global leader in creating connection and cooperation in relationships between parents and children after divorce. Dorcy is a master at empowering you with the skills and tools you need to easily remove the emotional blocks created in childhood, so you can create the life and relationships you deserve.

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