Slate Daily Feed Care & Feeding | Is It The F**k You Fours? Or Something More?
Dec 8, 2025
Dive into a lively chat about parenting dilemmas! The hosts suggest engaging, age-appropriate TV shows that avoid being preachy while keeping kids entertained. They also tackle the challenges of parenting a clingy toddler, offering practical advice on communication and redirection. With tips on routine and emotional support, they explore how to navigate those tough moments when meltdowns happen. Plus, they encourage listeners to share their own experiences and tips.
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Hosts' Real Screen-Time Practices
- Zach describes letting kids have short morning screen time and longer weekend sessions while using warnings.
- Lucy limits YouTube shorts to 5–10 minutes after school and reserves TV for movies or documentaries.
Screen Rules Depend On Family Context
- Families vary widely in screen rules, from strict location-based controls to flexible daily limits.
- Hosts show that consistency and context (homework, chores, family viewing) shape healthy screen use more than strict hour counts.
Give Time Warnings And Use Public Spaces
- Use warnings and predictable routines to transition kids off screens, like 10-minute and 2-minute notices.
- Require devices to be used in public spaces and put away when asked to reinforce limits effectively.
