Connected and protected: how a smartwatch gave my child independence

It takes courage to give your child freedom. But tech can empower kids without compromising peace of mindMy little boy is all grown up. It’s hard enough to see Michael shoot up from the tiny acorn he was, always by my side, to suddenly being nine years old. But here’s a milestone they don’t tell you about in parenting books: the moment you see your child unbox their first smartwatch. His little face. Finally his own freedom to make calls, instead of having to fight for time on