Child Time Matters-CTM

There are Vacuums only “WOMEN” can fill!
It’s just a day to the 2024 international women’s day celebration (IWD) and yours truly will be speaking in one of the girls secondary school in Delta state on the topic “I AM THAT WOMAN”

Have you ever imagined what would have happened if Mary wasn’t “present” at the wedding in Cana? If Jesus had just went there alone or with just his friends?

Full video will be posted here Child Time Matters-CTM on Friday, 8th of March.

Speaker
Maria Ekesi Arinze

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VALENTINE WITH TEENS

Yesterday, 14th of February, 2024

Topic: BECOMING AWARE OF THE GREATEST OF LOVE

Venue: Infant Jesus Academy Asaba Delta State

Host: Maria Ekesi
Speaker/Coach

Parents can control how their children use social media to ensure their safety through various strategies:

Open Communication: Maintain an open and honest dialogue with your child about their online activities. Encourage them to talk to you if they encounter anything uncomfortable or concerning.

Set Age-Appropriate Boundaries: Ensure your child uses age-appropriate social media platforms. Many apps have age restrictions for a reason.

Privacy Settings: Help your child configure privacy settings on their profiles to limit who can see their posts and information. Teach them the importance of keeping personal information private.

Parental Controls: Use parental control software or built-in device features to monitor and restrict screen time, app usage, and content access.

Education: Educate your child about the risks associated with social media, including cyberbullying, online predators, and scams. Teach them how to recognize and respond to these threats.

Supervision: For younger children, supervise their social media usage by being friends or followers on their accounts. This allows you to keep an eye on their interactions.

Time Limits: Set daily or weekly time limits for social media use to ensure a healthy balance between online and offline activities.

Encourage Critical Thinking: Teach your child critical thinking skills to evaluate the credibility of information they come across on social media. Discuss the importance of fact-checking.

Model Responsible Use: Children often mimic their parents' behavior. Be a role model by demonstrating responsible and respectful social media use.

Report and Block: Teach your child how to report and block users who engage in inappropriate or harmful behavior online.

Friendship Criteria: Discuss with your child the importance of only accepting friend requests or followers from people they know in real life.

Regular Check-Ins: Schedule regular check-ins to discuss your child's online experiences, challenges, and concerns.

Digital Detox: Encourage periodic breaks from social media to reduce dependency and stress.

Trust and Empower: As your child grows, gradually give them more autonomy and trust, while still providing guidance and support.

Stay Informed: Stay updated on the latest social media platforms, trends, and potential risks, so you can better guide your child.

Remember that fostering a safe online environment is an ongoing process, and it's essential to adapt your approach as your child matures and their online habits evolve.

Maria Ekesi
Founder/Coach
Child Time Matters-CTM