Have you also ever wondered, "Should my child really wear a watch like this?" We understand your doubts. But let's keep it simple: the kids smartwatch is anything but an unnecessary luxury. Or an ankle bracelet. Or false security. It simply gives your child more outdoor playtime freedom, because you are in touch with each other when needed. We're happy to explain.
Adventure and Safety Go Hand in Hand
At Rebel Cactus, we believe children should be able to explore, fall, get up and most of all have fun. Climbing trees, building cabins, racing around on bikes with friends - these are the moments they will remember. But of course, as a parent, you want them to be safe. And that's exactly what we stand for.
With our GPS kids smartwatch you give your child the space to play and discover the world, while you can always keep in touch when necessary. Because freedom and safety can go together perfectly.
"As safe as necessary, not as safe as can be."
Research by Utrecht University and BuurtLab shows that children become stronger, smarter and more independent when they learn to deal with small risks. Of course we want to protect our children from serious dangers, but we also don't want to limit their adventures. Our kids smartwatch provides that balance: your child has the freedom to explore the world, and you have control when it's really necessary.
That a child needs to learn that they shouldn't go with someone just because that person is so nice. But that they can have a conversation with nice people. You don't teach that with a GPS watch. You teach that to your child.
We understand that sometimes it's hard to let go of fears. Parents want to protect their children, but it's important to guard against projecting those fears onto their child. The GPS kids smartwatch helps with this: it provides a reassuring safety net, without unnecessarily limiting your child's outdoor play opportunities and freedom.
Freedom with a safety net
Make your children's world bigger. Give them the freedom to have adventures like biking to school, visiting a friend or going to the playground. And you can always check where they are or make quick contact if necessary. But you only do this when it's really necessary. This way, you can maintain the ideal balance: enough freedom for your child to be independent without you constantly looking over their shoulder when you don't really need to.
On to more independence
Children who are given more freedom also learn to take responsibility faster. They can call or message you if they are home later, or have a quick contact to know where they are and how they are doing. You have the overview, while they are given room to grow. Playing outside is essential for your child's development. We all know that. It stimulates creativity, social skills and makes them physically stronger.
The importance of outdoor play
According to the HvA's "Research on Play-Friendly Cities" (Nov. 21, 2024), digital surveillance, such as with a GPS watch, is a valuable tool for parents. The child gets to play outside a little further from home, can feel freer and choose where they like to play. Parents remain "nearby. They experience less anxiety as a result, and children feel freer to explore. One mother aptly puts it, "Then I know where he is and how he is doing." "But we did that mainly because he is allowed outside a little further away and can always call us if needed."
The survey also highlights that some parents see the GPS watch as an intermediate step toward a cell phone. It gives children more responsibility and freedom without having to use a phone right away. A phone is also loose in the jacket or a bag and the watch is on the wrist, so you are always in touch. What we at Rebel Cactus think is most important is that the research shows that kids with a GPS watch play more outdoors on average per week than kids without.
For all daredevils who want safety
Our kids smartwatch is for parents who dare to rely on technology, but don't want to compromise on safety. It's for parents who understand that kids need to be able to learn, explore and have adventures - but who also don't want any doubts about whether their kids are safe. It gives them room to grow, while you have the tools to always stay connected.
At Rebel Cactus, we believe in daring, exploring and growing - but always with a smart safety net. Exactly: "As safe as necessary, not as safe as can be."
For more info on the kids smartwatch and how it offers you and your child the ultimate freedom, check out our website. Adventure awaits - nothing will stop you.
Sources:
https://www.hva.nl/projecten/2022/6/speelvriendelijke-steden
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/edward-boele-7866389_buitenspel-in-de-stad-ugcPost-7292567714760458241-5IUw?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAADHqtCQBldAaCGnaMpTHOZ2spPPmjwE1tBA
