The market is overrun with options, so how do you decide which phone and plan is right for your family?

The Disney Family Phone Service combines popular features such as GPS locating technology and monitoring capabilities to keep track of and limit kids' phone activity.

For some families, however, the Disney plan might be more than they need. Parents looking for a basic model, to be used only in case of emergencies, should consider a prepaid phone.

If you already have a cell phone, ask your provider for information about their family and child-friendly plans.

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