Dd is 10. She doesn't have a mobile. We've said she can have one when she's 11, as part of her preparations for secondary school. A friend's mum suggested we get her one now, so she can be safe when playing out on her bike, or at the park. Fair enough for her to suggest it, but AIBU for thinking a mobile won't really keep her safe? In the unlikely event that someone tries to abduct dd, they won't stop to let her call home, will they?
I'd have thought dd would be less aware of her environment if busy texting friends and thus more vulnerable. Plus, she would quite likely lose it at the park, if I know dd. At secondary she'll need one, as she will be travelling by bus and will be unable to get home if stranded. She's still likely to lose it, but there we go. We hope she won't do that more than once.
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GeorgianMumto5 · 10/03/2014 13:46
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