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Brother and sister sitting on the floor, leaning on the couch, sneaking technology.

Article Family & Technology Parenting

Modeling Healthy Technology Use with Our Kids and Why It Matters

By Jenna Kruse

Tried a screen-free day for the kids, but I was the biggest offender! ???? Turns…

February 20, 2025

Boy with his headphones on and controller in his hand experiencing behavior change and is screaming at whatever is happening on his screen.

Article Child Development and Screens

Is my Child’s Behavior Being Influenced by their Screen Time?

By Courtney G. DiStefano

Is My Child’s Behavior Being Influenced By Their Screen Time? Screen time can affect general…

Adam GronwaldFebruary 6, 2025

Asian Mom sitting on couch with arm around look-alike daughter keeping her safe online simply by being present while daughter scrolls on her phone.

Article Family & Technology Preparing for Tech with Kids

Keeping Our Kids Safe Online: One Mom’s Perspective

By Jenna Kruse

Keeping our kids safe online can feel like a part-time job—not just any job, but…

January 15, 2025

Mixed race family playing together leaving screen time behind after setting doable goals through the SMART method.

Article Family & Technology

Unplug and Refocus: The SMART Method for Cutting Screen Time

By Angela Imhoff

You’ve recognized that your screen time is out of balance, and you’re considering an adjustment…

January 3, 2025

Mom with hands together, visibily upset with teen scrolling on her phone, closed off with her legs up next to her chest, possibly getting her dopamine hits like many other teens who are addicted to their screens.

Article Parenting Tech Brain Science

Dopamine Addiction is Now the Most Common Problem for Teens

By Ian McCready

The Anxious Generation, by Jonathan Haidt, released in 2024 has laid out a terrifying world…

Ian McCreadyDecember 12, 2024

Boy looking down with mom holding his hands and looking intently in his face to talk to him about resetting norms for screen time

Article Screen Time with Kids

Help! How To Reset Screen Time Norms for My Kids

By Courtney G. DiStefano

It can feel impossible to change the norms that we have already set around screen…

Bekah BrownDecember 5, 2024

Child at table with screen during holiday gathering without experiencing the conversation

Article Family & Technology Parenting Screen Time with Kids

Beyond the Screen: How to Encourage Real Holiday Experiences for Your Child

By Jenna Kruse

The turkey is dressed; glasses clink among adult guests as they exchange warm conversation. Children’s…

Bekah BrownNovember 20, 2024

Boy leaning on ball while Dad in on his phone in the background - Child's Request for Screen Time

Article Family & Technology Screen Time with Kids Tech Brain Science

How To Decode Your Child’s Screen Time Requests

By Angela Imhoff

“Mom, can I watch a show?" can feel straightforward, but have you ever considered that…

Bekah BrownNovember 13, 2024

Article Family & Technology Screen Time with Kids Tech Brain Science

A Healthy Dose Of Boredom: Why It’s Important For Development

By Courtney G. DiStefano

A Healthy Dose Of Boredom: Why It's Important For Development Most people dislike feeling boredom.…

Bekah BrownNovember 7, 2024

Son holding ipad looking up at Dad. Navigating New Tech with Your Child.

Article Family & Technology Preparing for Tech with Kids

Navigating New Tech with Your Child: Are You Ready?

By Jenna Kruse

Whether you’re trying to get your toddler to poop on the potty or debating saying…

Bekah BrownOctober 30, 2024

Modeling Healthy Technology Use with Our Kids and Why It Matters

Keeping Our Kids Safe Online: One Mom’s Perspective

Unplug and Refocus: The SMART Method for Cutting Screen Time

Dopamine Addiction is Now the Most Common Problem for Teens

Help! How To Reset Screen Time Norms for My Kids

Beyond the Screen: How to Encourage Real Holiday Experiences for Your Child

How To Decode Your Child’s Screen Time Requests

A Healthy Dose Of Boredom: Why It’s Important For Development

Navigating New Tech with Your Child: Are You Ready?

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