Robot Unicorn Are You On Your Phone Too Much In Front Of Your Kids?
Aug 25, 2025
Feeling guilty about phone use around kids? You're not alone! This discussion dives into the 'parents' paradox'—how our phones both connect and distract us. Discover the 'digital still face' effect and unpack the addictive nature of apps. The hosts share personal experiences and practical strategies to reclaim family time and foster genuine connections. Learn to set boundaries on tech use to enhance emotional intimacy, keeping your family relationships strong while reducing distractions!
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Parents' Paradox: Lifeline And Guilt
- Parents feel a 'parent's paradox': phones are lifelines and sources of guilt simultaneously.
- That guilt can be useful as information about misalignment with parenting values.
Distracted Walking With A Baby
- Jess and her brother described walking with a baby while opening Instagram and suddenly realizing they had scrolled the whole way.
- That example shows how easily social platforms hijack attention even during caregiving moments.
Digital Still Face Harms Children
- A parent's absorbed phone use can create a 'digital still face' that distress infants.
- Children read facial and body cues, so inattentive tech use interrupts their emotional regulation.