Anonymous
Post 06/02/2024 08:13     Subject: For middle schoolers without phones…
I tried to avoid getting my kid a phone but once the kids turned 12 I noticed they make their own plans. One kid usually arranges a ride or I give my kid a ride. I had tongive in.

Kids shouldn't text with adults that arent family members. It puts everyone in an awkward situation.
Anonymous
Post 06/02/2024 00:04     Subject: For middle schoolers without phones…
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:My daughter's best friend doesn't have a phone. She will make the plans in school and then have me text the mom. It's a pain and TBH, I really resent it. They pride themselves on being "phone free" but their kid uses the school chrome book the same way.

I tend to avoid trying to make plans with them as 13 years olds shouldn't need their mommies to arrange playdates.


You should have your daughter text the friends mom. Problem solved.



I would not love having a 13 year old text me. Just saying.


Then give your kid a phone and there is no need
Anonymous
Post 06/01/2024 21:40     Subject: For middle schoolers without phones…
I don’t like making playdates even in ES. The watch idea works.
Anonymous
Post 06/01/2024 19:57     Subject: For middle schoolers without phones…
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:My daughter's best friend doesn't have a phone. She will make the plans in school and then have me text the mom. It's a pain and TBH, I really resent it. They pride themselves on being "phone free" but their kid uses the school chrome book the same way.

I tend to avoid trying to make plans with them as 13 years olds shouldn't need their mommies to arrange playdates.


You should have your daughter text the friends mom. Problem solved.



I would not love having a 13 year old text me. Just saying.


Google voice set up on my device.
Anonymous
Post 06/01/2024 19:42     Subject: For middle schoolers without phones…
Anonymous wrote:My daughter's best friend doesn't have a phone. She will make the plans in school and then have me text the mom. It's a pain and TBH, I really resent it. They pride themselves on being "phone free" but their kid uses the school chrome book the same way.

I tend to avoid trying to make plans with them as 13 years olds shouldn't need their mommies to arrange playdates.


Anonymous
Post 06/01/2024 16:42     Subject: For middle schoolers without phones…
Apple Watch
Anonymous
Post 06/01/2024 15:31     Subject: For middle schoolers without phones…
My child’s group of friends is almost 100% phone free at 13. All but one has a “house phone” of some sort. It’s like my childhood. They call the house phone, ask to speak their friend and then go from there. It’s refreshing.
Anonymous
Post 06/01/2024 15:30     Subject: For middle schoolers without phones…
Kids live near friends/neighborhood and just go outside. It's old school and we love it?
Anonymous
Post 06/01/2024 15:15     Subject: For middle schoolers without phones…
My son texts one of his friends parents to make plans. It's a little annoying, but it's good for my kid to learn how to communicate clearly and respectfully with an adult he doesn't know well.
Anonymous
Post 06/01/2024 14:47     Subject: For middle schoolers without phones…
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:My daughter's best friend doesn't have a phone. She will make the plans in school and then have me text the mom. It's a pain and TBH, I really resent it. They pride themselves on being "phone free" but their kid uses the school chrome book the same way.

I tend to avoid trying to make plans with them as 13 years olds shouldn't need their mommies to arrange playdates.


You should have your daughter text the friends mom. Problem solved.



I would not love having a 13 year old text me. Just saying.
Anonymous
Post 06/01/2024 14:44     Subject: For middle schoolers without phones…
Anonymous wrote:Mine has an Apple Watch- she texts with her friends. She also has an iPad but can only use it at certain times so it’s mostly watch texts.


Same here
Anonymous
Post 06/01/2024 14:37     Subject: For middle schoolers without phones…
Anonymous wrote:My daughter's best friend doesn't have a phone. She will make the plans in school and then have me text the mom. It's a pain and TBH, I really resent it. They pride themselves on being "phone free" but their kid uses the school chrome book the same way.

I tend to avoid trying to make plans with them as 13 years olds shouldn't need their mommies to arrange playdates.


You should have your daughter text the friends mom. Problem solved.

Anonymous
Post 06/01/2024 14:29     Subject: For middle schoolers without phones…
My daughter's best friend doesn't have a phone. She will make the plans in school and then have me text the mom. It's a pain and TBH, I really resent it. They pride themselves on being "phone free" but their kid uses the school chrome book the same way.

I tend to avoid trying to make plans with them as 13 years olds shouldn't need their mommies to arrange playdates.
Anonymous
Post 06/01/2024 14:27     Subject: For middle schoolers without phones…
Mine has an Apple Watch- she texts with her friends. She also has an iPad but can only use it at certain times so it’s mostly watch texts.
Anonymous
Post 06/01/2024 14:25     Subject: For middle schoolers without phones…
How do kids make plans now? If your middle schooler does not have their own smart/cell phone?