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Because Not Everyone on the Internet Is Who They Say They Are

At RosasChildren.com, we believe in raising children who are smart, sacred, and safe—especially in the digital world where danger often hides behind a friendly profile picture or a clever message.

We cannot afford to be vague with our children.
Not anymore.
So let’s be clear about what should never be shared online—no matter how nice, friendly, or “cool” someone seems.

🛑 Teach Your Child: Never Share These Online

  1. Your Full Name
    Keep it to just a first name or a nickname. Strangers should never know your full identity.

  2. Your Address or Where You Live
    Not your street name. Not your city. Not even “down the block from the park.”

  3. Your School’s Name or Logo
    Online predators search for clues. Your school t-shirt in a video or post gives away more than you think.

  4. Your Phone Number or Email Address
    These open the door to personal contact—and that’s how grooming often begins.

  5. Photos or Videos in Uniforms or Specific Locations
    Even a selfie in your school hallway or bedroom can give away where you are or what kind of life you live.

  6. Your Daily Routine
    Details like what time you leave for school, your afterschool activities, or what bus you ride can all be used against you.

  7. Private Family Information
    This includes fights, personal struggles, or anything a stranger could use to earn your trust or manipulate you.

  8. Passwords or Codes
    Never share passwords—even with friends. And never give out game codes, parental codes, or logins.

  9. Vacation Plans or When Your Family Is Away
    Telling the world your house is empty is a risk to everyone under that roof.

  10. Anything That Makes You Feel Weird to Share
    If something feels off, it probably is. That gut feeling is there to protect you. Listen to it.

đź§  Teach Children This Simple Rule:

“If you wouldn’t shout it in a crowded room full of strangers, don’t post it online.”

đź’¬ Practice and Start the Conversation

Ask your child:

  • “What would you do if someone online asked where you go to school?”

  • “Has anyone ever messaged you who you didn’t know in real life?”

  • “Do you know what counts as personal information?”

Talking early—and often—makes all the difference.

Because Safe Adults Speak Up

When we give our children tools instead of fear, we empower them to protect themselves long before harm arrives at their digital doorstep.

🛡️ We’re not just raising smart kids—we’re raising protected, powerful ones.

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