Social media can be a powerful tool. While you're probably using it to connect with friends, it's also helpful when trying to discipline your kids.
No, we're not talking about taking away their Internet privileges -- that would be too easy. Embarrassment, however, can act as an amazing motivator. And there's no better vehicle for parental-driven embarrassment than Facebook.
These might not be parenting-book-sanctioned tips, but sometimes when raising kids you have to think outside the box.
1. For every instance of immaturity, post an embarrassing baby picture.
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Picking on a younger sibling is worth a cringe-inducing hat, while getting caught drinking merits a potty-training photo.
2. If they won't communicate, use their wall as a private inbox.
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How is that rash?
3. If their bedrooms are messy, post some photos of the debris and hold an auction.
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Make sure to tag them in the note in which you debate where the proceeds will go.
4. If they talk back, interrupt their Facebook conversations.
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You actually have an opinion on the new Miley Cyrus video, and you want their friends to be aware of it.
5. If they ignore the chore chart, turn sweeping and dusting into Facebook events.
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And if Greg's Saturday hang-out is at the same time as Super Special Dust 2013, guess which one your daughter is definitely attending?
6. If their grades slip, fill their feeds with the right study materials.
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With enough links to the periodic table of elements your son won't even notice Sarah is newly single.
7. If they don't connect with you like they used to, become generous with your tags.
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This will let your son know that he was tagged in your gardening photo because you were thinking of him as you planted the rose bush.
8. If they accuse you of not "getting" them, like the pages for their favorite shows, artists, and products.
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Make sure to leave your privacy settings low so all their friends can see just how much their parents love One Direction.
9. If they stay out past curfew, invite them to a mandatory family sleepover the next night, then include frequent status updates.
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Pictures of matching PJs are optional.