Helen O’Meara, who has three teenagers, says she has never posted pictures of them online, "for exactly that reason". “But there are a many things I don’t share — and personal stuff stays personal. However, I respect all opinions and totally get both sides of the conversation — I share my children online but that doesn’t make me right or wrong. “I know some people are dead against putting pictures of kids online, but I also know people whose whole personality revolves around using their children online, which I’m not a fan of. And with older children, make sure to get their consent — if they hesitate, don’t post it, use private channels to share with family or friends instead.

Source: Irish Examiner December 29, 2025 20:36 UTC