Hey everyone! I'm hoping to get some suggestions on how to ensure that my son's WiFi access stays paused during our designated cutoff times from 1 AM to 7 AM. The goal is to make sure both him and his brother get enough sleep during the school week. However, I've noticed that every morning, my older son's computer connects to the WiFi again, and I suspect he might be finding a way to bypass this restriction. I'd appreciate any advice or strategies you might have. Thanks in advance!
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You might want to check your router settings. Some routers have built-in parental controls that could help restrict access during those times. But, honestly, kids are often pretty crafty and might find ways around them. It could help to discuss the rules with him and explain the importance of limiting screen time for better sleep.
Let’s be real—taking away the computer might be a tough love move, but if you can't establish some basic rules, you may have to. Just make sure everyone's on the same page at home so it's not unfair for other family members.
Totally agree, but if I change the password, other adults in the house will have to keep up too. It gets complicated when you have multiple adults trying to navigate this.
Using MAC address filtering could be a solution. Each device has a unique MAC address, and you can set restrictions based on that. Look for routers that have good parental control features and maybe a mobile app for easier adjustments. But prepare for the possibility that he might try to outsmart you. Some kids are tech-savvy enough to bypass these controls.
True, if he knows his way around networks, he might have a plan in place. Just makes me wonder how creative he might get!
You could also consider hardwiring devices or having a hidden WiFi network just for the essentials. Setting a timer on the WiFi router could make a big difference—he won’t have internet access once it’s shut down for the night. Just ensure any critical devices aren’t affected by the timer adjustment.
Honestly, maybe it’s time to teach him some responsibility by establishing consequences if he breaks the rules. You could try making the WiFi access dependent on adherence to the household sleep schedule. It'll be a good lesson!
Exactly! It's important to find a balance between rules and guidance. Maybe he just needs some motivation to stick to those sleep hours.