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Screen Sense Guide

A one stop guide for all your online digital safety tips. Learn how to protect your kids with new age problems around Snapchat, Instagram, TikTok, AI and lots lots more.

by The Common Parent

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What’s inside

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Social Platforms & Privacy Risks

Online etiquette scripts

Screen-time setup & boundaries

Support for parents

Access to

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List of websites to block

Snapchat safety

Deepseek AI & Character AI safety

Cell phone contract with your kid

And we’re throwing in
1 month free of Sense Updates

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Every tech update straight to your inbox

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Searchable archive on an app for all updates

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Solution-oriented actions to each update

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Sense Updates

Tech moves fast—like, really fast. While our course covers everything you need to know right now, new apps, trends, and risks pop up all the time. That’s where Sense Updates comes in.

For just $4/month, we do the research for you. Delivered straight to the same app you use for the course, Sense Updates keeps you informed on what actually matters—no doomscrolling required.

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 The latest AI platforms and what they mean for your kids

Hidden dangers in new social media trends

Critical app updates and settings changes

“Thanks for continuously adding more information! I find this so helpful and tell all of my friends about the guide!”

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PAMELA C.

-Mom of 1

Hear from parents like you

"I loved the detailed instructions on setting up screen time restrictions. It gave me peace of mind knowing I wasn’t missing anything!”

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LISA
-Mom of 3

“I thought the information provided was excellent. The modules were a good length and Cat and Nat made strong points. I loved the phone contract and the content was so very helpful to implement settings on the social media platforms and the phone as well.”

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Jodi
-Mom of 2

Not ready for the course?

Explore our collection of free downloadable guides, crafted to help you tackle today’s most pressing parenting challenges.

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Dealers are using Snapchat to target and sell these deadly pills to teens. 

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Understanding DeepFakes

More and more teenage girls are becoming victims of non-consensual image abuse or deepfake p*rn.

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Discord Explained: Risks & Safety Tips for Parents

Discord is one of the most popular chat apps for teens, but many parents don’t fully understand how it works—or the risks involved

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Protecting Your Child’s Identity Online

Parents may not realize that the photos they share could reveal more information than they intend and potentially lead to identity theft.

FAQ’s

  • This guide is perfect for parents of tweens and teens who are getting their first phone or already using devices and social media. Whether you're preparing for this transition or struggling with current screen time challenges, Screen Sense gives you the tools to handle it with confidence.

  • The guide includes:

    • How to decide when your teen is ready for a phone

    • Instructions to set up parental controls, device restrictions, and screen time limits

    • Creating a phone contract to set boundaries early

    • How to manage social media safety and set up guardrails.

    • Tips for preventing cyberbullying and online risks

    • Ideas for healthy tech habits

    • Scripts for how to talk to your teen about their digital activity

    • A complete break down of Instagram, TikTok, & YouTube with everything you need to know

  • No! While it’s great for parents preparing for that first phone, it’s also helpful for families who already have devices and want better boundaries, improved communication, and a healthier digital environment.

  • Yes! The guide includes ready-to-use scripts, strategies, and tools to help you set boundaries without constant battles. You’ll also learn how to empower your child to manage their screen use responsibly.

  • Not at all! This guide is easy to follow and breaks everything down into simple, actionable steps—no tech expertise required.

  • There is a 7-day money back guarantee. If you have any questions before purchasing, feel free to reach out to hello@thecommonparent.com.

  • As soon as you complete your purchase, you’ll receive an email with a link to access the guide via the Circle platform. If you don’t see it, check your spam/junk folder or contact hello@thecommonparent.com for help.

  • This guide is intended for individual use, but we’ve created a referral program to reward you for sharing the guide with others! Click here to sign up.

  • A monthly subscription that keeps you in the know. For just $4.99/month, get the latest digital trends delivered straight to you. New AI platform pops us, we’ll tell ya. New social trend, we’ll tell ya. Our team has it’s finger on the pulse so you don’t have too. You can cancel whenever!

  • Yes! We’ve included step-by-step instructions for both.

  • This is for every parent, educator, social worker, and friend. We even this built out for businesses and in-person workshops. Please click here to view the marketing collateral and how to get in touch.

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Start building a better connection with your child today.

Don’t wait until it’s too late to get involved in your child’s digital world. Let Cat & Nat guide you with their proven strategies and supportive community.

Screen Sense Guide for Education Providers

Are you an educator, school, wellness program, or community organization looking to help parents navigate the digital world their kids are growing up in? We’d love to partner with you! We offer volume based discounts and also run workshops, so if you're interested in bringing Screen Sense to your community or workplace, drop us a line at cat@thecommonparent.com we’ll get you all the info you need, no fuss.