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Shefali Shah opens up about parenting, says ‘It's crucial that we guide our teens to make thoughtful decisions while navigating the online world’ at an event organised by Snapchat Snapchat, in collaboration with Kidsstoppress, organized an event with a focus on teen safety and digital well-being. This event took place in Mumbai on September 7th and was attended by parent-bloggers. The event featured a discussion with celebrity mom Shefali Shah on the importance of open conversations with teenage kids regarding digital media. The panel was moderated by Mansi Zaveri, Founder ancd CEO of Kidsstoppress, and included teenage content creator and Snap Star Nitanshi Goel, along with Uthara Ganesh, Head of Public Policy, South Asia, Snap Inc. Speaking about teens’ safety online, Shefali Shah shared, “As a mother and an actor, I understand the power and impact of our digital choices. It's crucial that we guide our teens to make thoughtful decisions while navigating the online world. Having open conversations with our teens about tools available to help keep them safe is critical.” She further added, "There is no instruction manual that comes with parenting. Everyone chooses their own path and what works for you and your child. This is not an advice, I am still learning as a parent.” In response to questions about open conversations surrounding digital safety and the delicate balance between parenting and oversight, Shefali Shah emphasized on the importance of treating your kids as equals. She shared her perspective and added, “You have to figure out where you start treating them as equals and at the same time, have a parenting hand. They are going to reach a point where they are equals, where they are going to have their own mind and do their own thing. And as a parent, it might not be the easiest because you also have to let go of a lot of things you don't agree with, for them to feel comfortable.”