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A few of our favorite contributors that bring the expertise and insights needed to help parents.
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Kids and technology: Advice, ideas, inspiration

Hey—we get it. Parenting is equal parts maddening and pure, indescribable joy. And that’s usually all before 8 AM. Technology works the same way. It’s enhanced our world in ways we never thought possible. But parenting in the digital age introduces challenges and questions we didn’t see coming. Like: “Dad, can I Snapchat just for the filters?” Or: “Mom, why are you following my best friend on Instagram?”

Through a mix of independent research, best practices from parents and a partnership with the Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI), we are excited to offer a variety of fresh thinking for families and technology. We’ll answer top questions, provide guidance, and show the creative and educational potential of tech.

Parenting is a balancing act. And we’re here to keep you moving forward. At least until bedtime.

Meet the team.

Dr. Elizabeth Milovidov, JD

Elizabeth is an international speaker on Internet safety issues, leads parental workshops, writes on digital parenting and coaches parents on best practices in the digital age.

Expert Elizabeth Milovidov

Beatrice (Bea) Moise, M.S., BCCS.

Beatrice (Bea) Moise, M.S., BCCS., is a Board-Certified Cognitive Specialist, parenting coach, national speaker, and author of Our Neurodivergent Journey. Her UNIQUE parenting channel on YouTube is dedicated to educating individuals on neurodiversity.

Expert Beatrice Moise

Sarah Werle Kimmel

Sarah Werle Kimmel is a digital parenting coach and family tech expert. She started Family Tech LLC to help families understand and manage the technology in their homes.

Expert Sara Kimmel Werle

Gahmya Drummond-Bey

Gahmya Drummond-bey is a global curriculum designer, TED speaker, author, and award-winning parenting and tech writer. As the founder of Evolved Teacher, Inc., Gahmya has redesigned learning platforms in over 30 countries and on five continents and taught through 3 pandemics, making her a leading expert in the field of education.

Expert Gaymya Drummond-Bey

Scott Steinberg

Scott Steinberg is among today’s best-known trends experts and futurists. He is a bestselling author, and his books include Parenting High-Tech Kids, The Modern Parent’s Guide series, and Think Like a Futurist.

Expert Scott Steinberg
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