If you are drawn to your phone, ask yourself:

Am I checking the phone for information I need?

To make a connection?

Out of boredom?

To escape the present moment?

If you don’t really need to check your phone, just leave it alone. Notice the urge to get online arise and eventually subside.

Families can talk about limits: During what hours are kids allowed to text? How much screen time are they allowed?

Talk about the types of information that are best shared in text messages and what is best discussed in person. Let kids know that tone isn't always clear, and emojis can't fill in every blank.

There's lots to consider around rules for kids and their devices; think more about cell phone parenting with our guide here.