A calm, trusted guide for parents of pre-teens and teens — helping you navigate their changing digital and emotional world, so you can stay deeply connected and be the guide they still need.
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Created by parents who've been exactly where you are.
It can happen faster than you expect.
Not long ago, you were the centre of their world. You understood everything that mattered to them. You were their guide. Their reference point. Their hero.
They share less. Their focus shifts. Their world expands beyond your visibility.
You try to catch up. You ask questions. You make the effort. But it moves fast — and it can start to feel like you're falling behind, unsure how to guide them in the way you want to.
And at the very same time, the stakes are getting higher. This is when real pressures show up — friendship dynamics, emotional wellbeing, school pressure, identity, relationships, influences, and choices that shape who they become.
You may find yourself wondering: Did I do something wrong?
You didn't. This is a natural part of growing up. But it can leave even the most present parents feeling less empowered in one of the most important phases of their child's life.
If you've ever felt this way, you are not alone.
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A personalised guide delivered to your inbox — what's happening around them, why it matters, and what to say.
Morning, James 👋
Here's what matters in Maya's world right now — explained clearly, so you can stay informed, confident, and connected.
Everyone in Year 6 is playing "Dress to Impress" on Roblox. It's a fashion competition game — creative, social, and mostly harmless. She's probably asked for Robux.
Discord is becoming the new group chat for her age group. It's not just for gamers anymore — kids use it like WhatsApp with extra features. Worth knowing the basics.
Friendship dynamics tend to shift a lot at age 11. If she mentions someone being "fake" or group chat drama, it's normal — but a good moment to listen without fixing.
Try: "What did you build in Dress to Impress this week?" — shows interest without interrogating. If she says "nothing," try "I saw it's popular — what makes a good outfit in it?"
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Your first guide arrives this Sunday morning. Grab a coffee, take five minutes — you'll feel more connected by the time you're done.
Control apps help you restrict and monitor. Still Close helps you understand. We don't track your child — we explain the world they're living in so you can connect from knowledge, not fear.
Parents of kids aged 8–17, with the sweet spot being 10–14 — the age when their world starts feeling unfamiliar. Content adapts to your child's age.
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