Imagine your child’s first phone isn’t a smartphone, but a bright, old-school landline! That’s what the McAlarney family and others in their community decided, holding off on smartphones until 8th grade and giving their kids a Tin Can landline instead. It’s all about slowing down the rush into screen time, letting kids build real-life conversation skills, and keeping things simple. The nostalgia is real—remember waiting for your turn on the family phone? For these families, it’s about finding balance and supporting kids’ confidence without the pressure of social media. How do you handle tech with your kids? #Tech #Parenting #TechBalance