Ep #8: App Ratings, Can You Trust Them When It Comes to Your Kids?

Many parents rely on app ratings when deciding which apps are appropriate for your child and to assure that your child will not encounter inappropriate content but you might be surprised to know that they are very rarely accurate and could be putting your child at risk. Many apps have grossly misleading ratings and descriptions yet no one is being held accountable. In this episode, Dr. Hess sits down with the Founder and CEO of Protect Young Eyes to discuss the very real problem with app ratings and what's being done to improve these ratings and hold those accountable that are endangering your child. We have much to learn and much to fix. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes. Also, please consider leaving a review as it helps me know how I’m doing and what you want to hear about. I’d love to hear from you. You can find complete show notes and links to all resources discussed in this episode at https://pedimom.com/app-ratings/

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Pediatrician, child safety expert, and founder of PediMom.com sits down with other professionals, parents, and kids to discuss all things child safety related in this eye-opening and educational podcast. She covers the everyday dangers children face to the life altering tragedies that change families forever, and everything in between. Here you will laugh, cry, learn, and become empowered to keep your child as safe as possible in the busy, complex, and ever-changing world.