Kelly Clarkson Reveals Why She Won't Let Her Children Use Social Media Until They Turn 18

As someone well-versed in the pros and cons of the online world, Clarkson is aware of the challenges it presents, especially for children with parents in the public eye. 

The singer, who shares two children, River Rose, aged nine, and Remington Alexander, aged seven, with her ex-husband Brandon Blackstock, spoke candidly in an interview with People about her parenting choices.

Clarkson stated, "That can be really hard on kids in general but especially kids with parents in the public eye." 

She explained, "So I have informed them they're not allowed to, under my room, ever have [it]."

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Despite co-parenting with Blackstock, Clarkson admits that despite her best efforts the time spent with the kids isn't evenly split, humorously recounting a conversation with her daughter about social media rules at her dad's place. 

"My daughter was like, 'Well, what if Dad lets me go on social media?’"

"I'm like, 'Well, you're there four days a month. Enjoy that'," she quipped.

Thankfully, she shares that, for now, she and her ex-husband are on the same page regarding their stance on social media for their children. 

Clarkson also opened up about the challenges of co-parenting, calling it one of the biggest hurdles in her life. 

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She reflects on the initial emotional and traumatic phase but acknowledges that it gets easier with time.

She explained: "In the beginning there's so much emotion and trauma involved, but as time passes, the easier it gets."

"It's hard enough when you're married and come from two different backgrounds and ways to discipline and education," Clarkson added. "Doing that in different households can be tough."

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Navigating different parenting styles and approaches in separate households can be difficult, she notes. 

Clarkson and Blackstock's marriage ended in 2020 after nearly seven years, citing 'irreconcilable differences'. 

The divorce proceedings led to Clarkson agreeing to a one-time payment of $1.3 million to Blackstock and monthly child support payments of $45,601.

On her show, Clarkson mentioned that while she never envisioned being a single mother, she believes she's doing a commendable job. 

"I'm definitely not a helicopter mom, I love the fact that they’re independent," she says, emphasizing the importance of her presence in their lives and her structured schedule. 

With a touch of humor, she adds, "There's no perfect parent - I'm definitely screwing up my children somehow! - but I'm doing my best."