Social media and virtual influencers can have potentially damaging effects on a child’s self-esteem, body image, and understanding of “real life.” In this article, we’ll talk about some additional ways that social media can negatively affect a child’s self-esteem, and what you as a parent can do to improve their self-esteem.

This week may just mark a major turning point in the movement for a safer world for kids and families. COSOM's Founder and CEO Russell York was featured in major news outlets this week speaking out about recent explosive Facebook revelations and the growing Family-First Tech revolution.

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Kids are back to school, but parents concern over screen time hasn't gone away. The potentially negative impact of excessive screen time on children remains a major concern for most parents no matter the learning format; in recent years screens have become a permanent part of virtually every schooling environment. How can families find the right balance? Our resident expert Pediatrician Laura Vanston helps families find the answers they need!

We're more connected than ever before. And now we're waking up to the consequences. The family-first technology revolution is here as parents, educators, advocacy groups, and more are calling for options that don't sacrifice safety or connection. At COSMO, we're proud to be leading the way.

Watches have changed a lot since we were kids. This leaves many parents wondering what is the latest technology in kids watches, and what’s the best option for their child? Should you choose a kids smartwatch with internet, a regular analog watch, or one with no internet access? Will your child want to wear the watch every day? Can you use it to communicate with them instead of buying them a smartphone? If you’re thinking, “What am I even looking for?” then keep reading to learn more about kids watches, and how to choose the right one for your child.

Kids today are more exposed, more vulnerable, and more targeted than ever before. With the rapid rise of technology and smartphones, there's never been more reason for concern. These important statistics can help parents and guardians be aware of the dangers, and build a plan to help kids navigate the digital world.

Today, more parents than ever are interested in kids tracking devices. In fact, one recent survey found that 47.6% of parents surveyed say they track their child’s location. With so many kid tracking device options out there, how do you know which features to look for? Read on to learn more about the best features to look for in tracking devices for kids.

It's not just that kids today are spending more time than ever in front of a screen. It's that they are also spending less time being active. Why does this matter? What are the long term consequences of lack of activity for kids? We have expert answers on both the physical and mental importance of keeping kids active.

From Fortnite to the Floss dance, kids’ trends don’t always make sense, but they can definitely grab your child’s attention. While some trends only last until the stores are completely saturated with merchandise they’ll later mark down, the rising trend of smart watches for kids has a purpose and is here to stay.

There was once a day when we as a society didn’t know what everyone else was doing, asking, and thinking. But today is not that day. Now we have this wonderful, complicated tool called Google. Google may be a trove of information, but finding the actual treasure of a good answer is hard. Find out not just what families are searching, but also answers and go-to resources for your family!

Going back to school can be hard for kids in any year...and 2021 is no normal year. We all know it's been a challenging year for kids' mental health, and this fall, as parents send kids back to the real classroom instead of the virtual one, many kids may be feeling anxious. What can parent and guardians do? These 6 simple but powerful ideas can help kids not just survive, but thrive this fall.