Calm Parenting Podcast Stop Fights Over Screens For Toddlers Through Teens #517
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Sep 10, 2025 Tired of screen time battles? Discover practical scripts to make screen regulations smoother for kids of all ages. Learn how screens impact self-confidence and attention, and explore ways to promote family wellness. Delve into the unique challenges faced by adolescents navigating technology and social media during puberty. Gain insights on fostering healthier habits through compassionate conversations, ensuring kids feel connected while using screens responsibly.
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Compassionate Toughness Works
- Be compassionate but firm: delay screens and set clear limits because parents do for kids what they cannot do for themselves.
- Use a calm, decisive stance and reframe toughness as responsible care rather than punishment.
Screens Aren't All The Same
- Differentiate screen types: long-form story content is less harmful than rapid short-form dopamine hits.
- Recognize video games can provide strategy, story, and social connection, so context matters.
No Screens For Toddlers When Possible
- For toddlers, avoid iPads and screens whenever possible to protect imagination and boredom tolerance.
- Remove screens decisively and replace them with play, outdoor time, and parental engagement when needed.
