diff --git a/docs/research/stakeholders/interview-notes/P09-sg-dad-with-6-and-9-notes.md b/docs/research/stakeholders/interview-notes/P09-sg-dad-with-6-and-9-notes.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..485ef81 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/research/stakeholders/interview-notes/P09-sg-dad-with-6-and-9-notes.md @@ -0,0 +1,98 @@ +# Interview Notes – P09 + +## Participant Info +| Field | Notes | +|-------|--------| +| Stakeholder type | Parent (Dad) of two children aged 6 and 9 | +| Ethnic Background | European (children raised in Singapore) | +| Age group | Mid 30s | +| Interview date | 6 January 2026 | +| Interviewer | Victoria | + +--- + +## Key Discussion Points + +### Current Behaviors +- Both children (6 and 9 years old) have grown up entirely in Singapore despite European heritage. +- Technology use is heavily restricted and purpose-driven: devices are permitted only for homework completion. +- Screen time during homework is actively supervised; one parent monitors what the child is browsing. +- Children do not own personal devices; they use parents' phones or iPads under supervision. +- Television and streaming content (e.g., Netflix) are rare; family prefers cinema outings for movie experiences. +- Eldest daughter (9) has been given a smartwatch ([Awei brand](https://aweistore.com/products/awei-h29-kids-smart-watch-sim-card-gps-tracker)) with limited functionality: can only call/message parents and allows location tracking. +- Wife is satisfied with the smartwatch purchase as it balances communication needs with restrictions. +- Non-screen activities are actively encouraged: drawing, creative play, and hands-on exploration. +- Father gifted daughter a standalone camera (not a phone) when she expressed interest in photography, deliberately avoiding multi-function devices. +- Purchased programmable robots for Christmas that require app-based programming; screen time is carefully monitored during these activities. + +### Parenting Philosophy & Values +- Acknowledges being "more controlling than other parents" and is comfortable with this stance. +- Does not view technology as inherently necessary for childhood development. +- Believes strongly in teaching children "the ability to play" without screens. +- Values moments of sustained creative engagement (e.g., daughter spending entire day drawing). +- Observes other families' screen habits in public spaces (e.g., children on iPads in restaurants) and feels this does not align with personal values. +- Concerned about children's vulnerability to online risks and prioritizes protection. + +### Boundary Enforcement & Peer Pressure +- Father has established firm, consistent boundaries; daughter has learned to anticipate his responses and rarely pushes back or throws tantrums. +- When daughter requested game installations on smartwatch, father refused without hesitation. +- Does not yield to peer pressure arguments (e.g., "other kids have phones"). +- Firmly rejects the idea of an "appropriate age" to give children phones; instead, believes in continuous monitoring and evaluation with spouse to determine readiness on a case-by-case basis. +- Current assessment: "now is not a good time" for personal phone ownership. + +### Pain Points / Frustrations +- Navigating requests for technology as children become aware of what peers have access to. +- Balancing educational technology needs (e.g., programmable robots requiring apps) with screen time restrictions. +- Finding non-screen alternatives that fulfill children's interests and developmental needs. + +### Desired Features / Needs +- Devices with highly restricted functionality (e.g., smartwatch for communication and location only). +- Tools that support intentional, purposeful use rather than open-ended access. +- Non-screen alternatives for common childhood interests (e.g., standalone camera instead of smartphone). +- Educational technology that requires supervision but supports skill development (e.g., programmable toys). + +### Safety & Trust Requirements +- Active parental supervision during all technology use. +- Communication-only devices with location tracking. +- Preference for single-purpose tools over multi-function devices. +- Ongoing spousal dialogue and shared decision-making about technology introduction. + +### Opportunities / Ideas +- Support for parents managing peer comparison conversations with children. +- Curated lists of single-purpose educational devices (cameras, programmable toys, etc.). +- Tools that help parents evaluate readiness for device ownership based on demonstrated responsibility and maturity. +- Resources that validate intentional, low-tech parenting approaches in high-tech environments. + +--- + +## Direct Quotes +> "I won't give in to peer pressure. I will say no." + +> "There is no appropriate age to give [a phone]. It will be constantly monitoring the situation and evaluating with my wife if now is a good time." + +> "I see so many kids in restaurants playing with iPads and it doesn't align with my values." + +> "I believe in teaching kids the ability to play." + +--- + +## Emotional Tone (optional) +| Feeling observed | Evidence | +|------------------|-----------| +| Confident / Resolute | Clear articulation of values; comfortable with being "more controlling"; no expressed doubt about approach | +| Protective / Vigilant | Strong emphasis on online vulnerability; active supervision; careful monitoring | + +--- + +## Potential Themes Tags +`#restrictive_parenting` `#screen_time_limits` `#peer_pressure_resistance` `#non_digital_play` `#child_safety` `#supervised_use` `#single_purpose_devices` `#parental_control` `#values_based_parenting` `#intentional_technology_use` + +--- + +## Follow-Ups +- Explore what specific online risks or scenarios he is most concerned about protecting his children from. +- Clarify how homework supervision is managed logistically (e.g., does one parent always sit beside them? how long does this typically take?). +- Understand how the family navigates situations where technology use is embedded in school requirements (e.g., learning platforms, collaborative tools). +- Document how children respond when they observe peers with greater device access (e.g., at school, playdates). +- Explore what "monitoring the situation" looks like in practice: what signals or milestones would indicate readiness for increased device access? +- Investigate whether there are any technology use contexts where he feels less certain or conflicted about his current approach. \ No newline at end of file