I always felt it was important that my kids weren't behind with what's now considered a necessity and/or normal. Some things I simply couldn't afford, but by 14-ish they both had their own phone subscription, probably a bit sooner.
First time they got one was when the eldest was 11 -just one phone- as I had to work after my divorce and that way we could get in touch with each other if something was up.
I worked during school time as much as I could but sometimes I couldn't pick them up on time. I felt a helluva lot better when they had a phone.
I think it progressed from there.
So I'd say... when it's considered normal for kids to have one.
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SparklingCrystal 💖💎
on Wed 12/23/20 01:14 PM