It happens more than parents admit. Here's how to address it without breaking trust.
Why It Happens
- Easy access to saved cards on shared devices
- No clear rules about what's okay and what isn't
- The "money isn't real" feeling that comes with online spending
What to Do
- Have one calm conversation — not an interrogation
- Make them help repay the amount through chores or saved allowance
- Give them their own controlled balance (Gollak makes this easy)
- Remove saved cards from shared devices