We live in the modern era of digitization, where internet is a necessity and technology savvy generation is addicted to their smart phones and want to own every other new gadget that arrives in the market for that matter.

Kids have demands but as parents, it's our responsibility to see if our child really needs a cellphone of their own or it's just for the show off purpose. Sometimes, in spite of knowing that a personal cellphone is not necessary for our child, still we give in to their demands because obviously, we cannot bear those puppy faces and sad pouts.

Just in case, you are one of those parents and are close to give in to your child's demand of a personal cellphone, here are some pros and cons that you must read before taking that step.

Pros -

1. Safety Purpose -

One of the main reasons why giving a cellphone to your kid is a good option is because of the safety purpose. God forbid if anything bad happens, your kids especially if they are a teenager, they get to contact you instantly and you can reach out to them in no time.

2. Keeping An Eye on them -

No, by that I did not mean, spying on your kids. I just meant, teenagers can be easily influenced by the bad company and by giving them a cellphone, you can keep an eye on their movements through GPS and can be in constant touch with them so just in case you find anything suspicious, you can simply be there when your kid needs you the most.

3. Earning Trust -

A cellphone of their own can actually earn you, your kids trust because they know, if you trust then enough to give them a cellphone of their own, you consider them responsible and then, they might actually start behaving more maturely, at least, we can expect that. The trust that you will show on them by giving them their own cellphone will keep reminding them that you are there for them and they can share anything and everything with you.

Cons -

1. Huge Bills -

Oh Yes! If you are giving your teenager a cellphone of their own, be ready to pay huge bills because teenagers and their endless talks are pretty famous. Not to forget the data w because these days, a cellphone without internet is just as useless as a showpiece in your living room.

2. Health Impacts -

When it comes to our children, we only want the best for them. From the best school to the best sports coach but do we think the same way when it comes to the gadgets'? Probably, not!! So, it's very important for us to choose the best of the lot for our children because once they get their hands on their cellphones or their favorite gadget, they are literally inseparable and it can have bad impact on their health. Gadgets and accessories like earphone, power bank, Bluetooth speaker, smart watch or headphone designs for kids most attracted to them. But health should be taken care in priority among all designs.

3.Upgrades -

Teenagers are attracted to the new gadgets like a magnet is attracted to the iron. If you have given them their own cellphone, they will definitely ask for an up gradation, it's a given. It can be heavy on your pocket because the smartphones these days are not just getting smarter but costlier as well.