
Molly DeFrank
Author of 'Mothering Boys: Eight Things Your Son Needs Before He Turns 10' and 'Digital Detox'. Focuses on providing resources for moms to raise boys in a rapidly shifting culture.
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May 9, 2025 • 59min
1KHO 477: What Every Boy Needs Before He Turns 10 (And Why It Starts With You) | Molly DeFrank, Mothering Boys
Molly DeFrank, author of 'Mothering Boys', shares crucial insights for moms raising boys in today's tech-heavy culture. She discusses how boys need belonging, resilience, and grit before they turn ten. Molly emphasizes the significance of family dinners and the impact of screen time on emotional well-being. In a world dominated by AI interactions, she highlights the importance of nurturing interpersonal skills and creativity through outdoor play and real-life experiences. This conversation is an inspiring call to action for mothers to prioritize their sons' development.

Jul 20, 2023 • 50min
194. Do Your Kids Need a Digital Detox? A Balanced Approach to Screen Time | Molly DeFrank
Every parent wants to do what is best for their children, but technology use can be a tricky issue to navigate! Early in her motherhood, Molly welcomed technology into her kids’ lives, but quickly realized she needed to make a change. Immediately, Molly saw drastic improvements in her children. She now helps parents navigate this complex world of screen use by coaching families through a detox period and a reintroduction process. Whether you are a parent who knows you need to make a change in your family’s screen use or you have technology pretty well under control in your home, this episode is full of interesting statistics and empowering encouragement!
In this episode, we cover:
What led Molly to make a change in her kids’ screen time habits
Resetting your kids’ brains to enjoy tactile activities again
Do we need to prepare our kids for the digital world around them?
A look at the impact of screen addiction on the upcoming generation
The difference between learning from screens vs. face-to-face interaction in the early years
Are there types of screen time that are better or worse for kids?
Is it possible to undo damage that has been done by excessive screen time?
Thinking through the right time and place for screens in your family
The importance of starting by establishing a vision for your family
View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
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