As school ends and summer begins, many parents find themselves wondering: how do I keep my kids occupied without relying on screens all day? The answer might surprise you - boredom isn’t something to fix, it’s something to welcome. Let’s talk about how boredom can...
Setting Healthy Boundaries Around Screen Time for Kids and Teens As a therapist working with families, one of the most common challenges I hear about is the difficulty parents face in creating healthy boundaries around screen time. With the growing presence of...
As we are all relying on video chats to stay connected with friends and relatives, we all need ideas on keeping connections strong when we can't see one another in person. Video chatting with children can be a struggle, as not all children can or want to sit in front...
We all know the dangers that lurk online and it is important to consider how to make screen time safe for children who may be impulsive, desperate to connect, lonely, or otherwise at risk. It is never too late to have a conversation about screen time safety, but it is...
Give yourself grace During this overwhelming time, giving ourselves grace is crucial. Including for our parenting approach. Regardless of age, we all are going to be engaging in more screen time, and that is okay! Allowing your kindergartener to watch that extra...