New feature = early advantage Early adopters usually get more reach—it’s how platforms drive usage. Paraphrased from Iliriana Balaj Founder of Live Healthillie Applies across TikTok and Instagram same pattern every time. #UGLYTALK #GrowthHacks #ContentTips #FounderLife #SocialMediaStrategy

For many families, managing what kids see online is becoming just as important as managing screen time itself. YouTube is introducing new parental controls that allow you to filter out specific types of content—like Shorts—giving parents more control over the viewing experience. It’s a small but meaningful step toward safer, more intentional use of social platforms at home. Learn more at the link in the comments. #OnlineSafety #DigitalWellbeing #Parenting

Thinking about adoption? The process can be rewarding—but also complex. From background checks to timelines, knowing what to expect matters. Learn the basics 👇 https://lnkd.in/gccPh_KB #Adoption #FamilyLaw

Thinking about adoption? The process can be rewarding—but also complex. From background checks to timelines, knowing what to expect matters. Learn the basics 👇 https://lnkd.in/gPFaBki6 #Adoption #FamilyLaw

We took our Instagram Safety Camp to Aotearoa, New Zealand, with one clear goal in mind -  to help Kiwi parents and teenagers have safer, more positive experiences on Instagram. It was a chance to discuss online safety with a diverse group of experts, parents, community leaders, youth advocates, policymakers and creators. Meta’s VP and Global Head of Safety, Antigone Davis, also shared the latest Instagram updates designed to better protect teens and give parents greater peace of mind, including: ✅ Stronger built-in safeguards for Instagram Teen Accounts ✅ Enhanced parental supervision tools to help families stay connected ✅ Features that support teens to focus on meaningful interactions ✅ Practical resources to help navigate the digital world together A huge thank you to everyone who joined us. Check out the highlights below 👇 #InstagramSafetyCamp #ScreenSmart #youthwellbeing

Did you know that it takes more neural resources to process negatively-phrased sentences? So positive phrasing is another small tweak that can help people read your information more easily.

Some optimize for hours. The best optimize for outcomes. Center for Social Dynamics just launched Starship, a parent & caregiver app designed to connect therapy to real life — giving families the tools to extend progress beyond sessions. Because the goal was never more time in care. The goal was better outcomes from it. 🔗 Read the full announcement: https://lnkd.in/gQfD2imB CSD, the Architects of Possibility.

Today, CSD launched Starship—CSD’s new app for parents and caregivers. Grounded in the belief that autism therapy works best when families feel confident, supported, and empowered, it brings together gamified lessons, real-time observations, and seamless clinician collaboration in one unified experience. Starship is every parent’s copilot in unlocking their child’s next breakthrough. Because breakthroughs shouldn't just happen during sessions. This is care as it should be. #OutcomesMatter #ValueBasedCare #FutureOfCare #DigitalHealth #AutismCare #BeyondTheSession

A turning point in social media accountability. A jury has found that platform design can contribute to harm experienced by young users. What does this mean for families? Research shows that features like algorithmic feeds, push-notifications, and engagement-driven design can shape how children think, feel, and interact with the world. Parents shouldn’t have to manage these systems alone. Read our full statement: https://bit.ly/4lUgJDw #OnlineSafety #SocialMedia #Parenting

Last week’s landmark ruling, where a jury found Meta and Google legally responsible for harms linked to their platforms’ impact on a young user, marks a significant shift in how we understand accountability in digital environments, particularly for young people. We’re grateful for the work of Children and Screens: Institute of Digital Media and Child Development in translating this ruling into meaningful insights for families and caregivers. Read reflections from Executive Director Kris Perry ⤵️