Here’s my take on this.
I can see a couple of primary routes for this, each with its own set of trade-offs.
On one hand, you have Google’s native tool, Family Link. It’s built directly into the Android ecosystem, making it relatively simple to set up. It’s excellent for managing screen time, approving app downloads, and getting high-level activity reports. However, its limitation is that it doesn’t typically provide deep insight into the actual content of social media messages or posts. It focuses more on usage time and app management.
On the other hand, specialized third-party apps offer much more detailed monitoring. These can often capture conversations, view shared media, and provide a comprehensive look at social media activity. The downside is that these services usually come with a subscription fee and can require a more involved setup process.