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Dad helping his daughter ride a bike with training wheels, showing how a dumb phone can work as digital training wheels for kids.
Why I Chose a "Dumb" Phone for My Daughter (And Why You Might Want To, Too) digital distraction digital wellness dumb phone family technology healthy tech habits kids and technology parenting screen time smartphones Aug 28, 2026

The Hunt for Digital "Training Wheels"Ā 

Back in 2018, I was doing research to find a good phone option to purchase for our oldest daughter when we felt she was old enough. Even though she was much mo...

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Jeff Dockendorf shares practical insights, stories, and resources to help readers take their next step with clarity and confidence.

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