My child is being bullied at school, and I’m not sure what to do

RyanPatelHD
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 02:17:04 +0000

I learned the hard way that spying on my child doesn’t keep them safe; it breaks trust and leaves a wall between us when they need to talk the most. I spent years snooping texts, location, and social feeds, thinking I was protecting her, but I only taught her to lie and to hide how she felt. The broken trust weighed heavier than any bully’s words could. I found a different path when I chose to listen first, name my concerns without accusation, and show Emma I was on her team. If your child is being bullied, pair support with clear boundaries and involve school staff, not endless surveillance—trust is rebuilt by open, compassionate presence, not suspicion.