Everyone is tapping that share button. Instagram has come up with a new feature that allows you to repost. Well, it sounds interesting since we all have been wanting this feature for long but when it comes to children, it becomes a bit worrisome.

Children like something, they will repost to join the trend. But they don’t realise that the reposting defines their digital presence. And that’s where parents need to peep in.

What Is Instagram Reposting?

As the name suggests, it is simply reposting. You see something you like, and you repost it to your story or feed.

But when children and teens do this multiple times a day, they’re building a public diary of their likes. People will judge them by what they share.

Is It Really A Big Deal?

Think of Instagram like a digital scrapbook. Every repost becomes a piece of how someone is perceived online.

As long as it is a quote on kindness, it is accepted. But once they start reposting memes or controversial reel to look cool, there is a hidden message they are passing.

The problem is, most kids don’t stop to think about what message they are sending. For them, it’s just a quick tap.

But what they share can stay out there. And people notice.

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What Parents Can Do

You don’t need to be on Instagram 24/7. You don’t even need to track every story your teen posts.

• Ask what they like about reposting and why. No need to judge.
• Talk about what you would or wouldn’t share and why. It helps them think about their choices too.
• If something trending comes up, ask their opinion. Keep the conversation open and easy.

Teach them it’s fine not to repost everything. It’s okay to like something without sharing it with the world.

Most importantly, if they do mess up online, don’t panic. Respond calmly. This way they are most likely to come back to you when they get into trouble.

One Simple Rule Children Can Follow While Reposting

If you can’t say it out loud to someone’s face, don’t repost it.

Let’s help them feel proud of what they chose to share.