Podcast Episode 336: Passwords to Predators: Internet Safety Tips for Every Parent with Fareedah
Let’s be real—navigating the online world as a parent sometimes feels like playing dodgeball in gym class, except the balls are potential online threats, and your kids are standing there without a helmet and versus hundreds of players.
Internet safety has never been more critical, especially as our kids dive into gaming programs (like Minecraft, Roblox, & Fortnite), social media (like Discord, Snapchat, & Kick), and who knows what else on their devices. Spoiler alert: it’s not all about apps and firewalls—it’s about connection, trust, and maybe a little tech-savviness on our end (gulp).
Enter Fareedah Shaheed, an award-winning Internet Safety Expert and Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree. Fareedah is the founder of Sekuva and the Protect Kids Online (PKO) Membership, and she’s on a mission to help parents navigate the digital world. Her SAFE Method—Safe spaces, Accountability, Fun, and Empathy—redefines how we think about internet safety tips for parents. Turns out, being a safe space for your kids to share their online lives is just as important as setting up that parental control app. Who knew that creating an open, judgment-free environment could be more effective than ten million “Are you sure you’re safe online?” texts? It’s not just about monitoring—it’s about building a connection where kids feel comfortable coming to you when something doesn’t feel right.
Now, don’t get me wrong—there’s still room for a good old-fashioned password overhaul. But empathy is key. Remember those questionable AIM screen names we all had? (Mine might have been “BrieLovesNSync123.”) Today’s kids are figuring out their digital selves in a much bigger, scarier playground.
If you’ve been worried about how to keep your kids safe online without locking them in a tech-free bunker, take a listen to this podcast episode and you will find the advice you’ve been looking for. Internet safety tips for parents are more than just rules and restrictions—they’re about fostering trust, staying curious, and maybe even laughing together over a weird TikTok trend.
So step into their world, learn a little, and let’s protect our kids while keeping the lines of communication wide open. You’ve got this!
In this episode of the No Guilt Mom podcast you’ll learn:
- How to create a judgment-free zone where your kids feel comfortable coming to you.
- Why the “lock-it-down” approach can backfire—and what to do instead.
- Practical tips to monitor your kids’ online activities while respecting their privacy.
- How empathy and shared fun can make all the difference.
- Learn Fareedah’s SAFE method to foster trust and keep your kids safe online.
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