Choosing Privacy for Our Children

Hi Lovelies!

Privacy is a word you hear all too often in today’s world. We hear it but it’s not something that actually exist on social media. There aren’t enough “privacy settings” on any platform to keep the wrong people from viewing what you choose to share about your life.

So in 2013, when we had our first son, we knew we wanted to respect his privacy and put his safety over any amount of likes we would get on a picture. Since then we have stayed vigilant in keeping all three boys’ faces off of social media in hopes to keep them safe and give them privacy until they decide what they want to share.

Here are our main reasons why we chose not to share!

Safety First. Our number one reason was safety. One less way for our little’s information to get in the wrong hands. Identity theft is huge and can unfortunately happen through something as simple as a picture from any social platform.

Oversharing. It may be accidental but oversharing is a very real danger. Over 500,000 predators are online every single day. Not only can they take a screen shot of your children without your permission and without you knowing on most platforms, but if they know when and where to find your child, things could get scary fast. Sex trafficking is very real and we like to think that keeping our boys private is just another way of keeping any and all predators away.

Respect. The Lord entrusted us with a very special gift. We get to take care of these precious babies, but ultimately it’s our little’s lives and when they are older, they should get to choose what is shared and what’s not.

Being intentional. Children are so special. That’s why it’s important that we be intentional on what we share about them and who we share that information with. What we share on the internet is permanent.

A sense of selfishness. Lastly, I just like to keep my babies private. I don’t just want anyone knowing things about them. If you’re an active member in our life then you get that privilege, if not then unfortunately, you just don’t.

I hope this helps you understand a little more on why we chose to keep our kids’ faces out of the internet eye and inspires you to be a little bit more cautious.

Also this is entirely my own opinion and it’s completely fine if you don’t agree! No judgement here!

Much love,

Victoria Rae