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Middle school parent here. Got Bark Phone 2.5 years ago; wouldn’t trade it for anything. Has been instrumental in (1) giving my kid gradual independence, (2) allowing him an avenue to socialize with peers, (3) giving me customizable options for phone and social media use, to best set him up for success, (4) building his skills to understand pros and cons of phone use, (5) encouraging healthy limits, (6) keeping a pulse on mental health, self-esteem, and social issues that my kid has encountered. The Bark phone has been invaluable for my relationship with my kid as well; it has allowed me to pa