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When it comes to trying to make sure we're keeping our kids safe online<\/a>, it can feel like a never-ending task. We want our kids to be able to use the internet safely and have fun gaming<\/a> or connecting with their friends, but we also want to make sure they aren't in spaces where they'll be seeing adult content or connecting with strangers. The challenge is that the internet is a huge place and it can be hard to keep up with all of the places where kids might hang out online.<\/p>\n

That's why we're here to help. We've found 15 online places where kids are hanging out that moms might not be familiar with. This guide should help moms identify sites that might be a concern and should help start some conversations with kids about where they are spending their online time. Read on for an introduction to some spaces that might be where kids, tweens, and teens are lurking and hoping mom won't find out.<\/p>\n

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When it comes to trying to make sure we're keeping our kids safe online, it can feel like a never-ending task. We want our kids to be able to use the internet safely and have fun gaming or connecting with their friends, but we also want to make sure they aren't in spaces where they'll 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