[yorpinn]

I've deleted my accounts too (HN obviously notwithstanding) but telling people they should disengage with their family because they don't need that information is patronizing and undermines your point. They get to decide what they need.

[Bluestein]

... yet I respectfully think the above point still stands, "people need not get even that family info via Zuck's brain-grinder".-

[yorpinn]

You need not get that information. Other people have different needs and priorities. What if the reason they are so concerned about getting updates on this kid is that they have serious medical issues? What if it brings a ray of sunshine on stressful days to see pictures of them? What if missing these updates means missing family functions and becoming more isolated and lonely? (Note that they confirmed my last speculation.)

What if, instead of berating people for using social media, we discussed how we might build a healthier alternative?