In this Café & Lipstick bonus episode, Amanda breaks down the disturbing case of a Long Island man accused of kidnapping an 11-year-old girl after targeting her through the gaming app Discord.

What started as online conversations quickly turned into a real-life nightmare — proving how predators hide behind screens and fake identities to gain children’s trust. We unpack the timeline, warning signs, and manipulation tactics used in this case, plus the red flags parents NEED to know.

This episode isn’t just about the crime — it’s about protection.

Amanda shares practical tips for:

• Monitoring your child’s online activity

• Talking to kids about internet safety

• Recognizing grooming behavior

• Trusting your gut as a parent

Because awareness saves lives.

💄✨ Café & Lipstick is where real stories meet real talk — with heart, honesty, and a whole lot of protection for our babies.