Podcast Episode 377: Screen Time Without the Guilt: Creating a Balanced Tech Plan for Summer
Let’s be honest—summer screen time can feel like a battlefield. You start out with the best of intentions. This summer will be different, you say. But two days in, the kids are melting down, you’re behind on work, and suddenly, that glowing tablet starts looking like your only shot at getting five quiet minutes.
Here’s the truth: aiming for zero screen time might actually be doing more harm than good. Our kids are growing up in a world filled with tech. Instead of trying to banish it, why not teach them how to live alongside it—safely, confidently, and without turning every day into a power struggle? That’s exactly what this episode dives into, breaking down how to create a balanced summer tech plan based on your kids’ ages and your real-life needs as a parent.
So if you’re drowning in mom guilt every time a screen turns on, this one’s for you. Listen in, breathe a little easier, and walk away with a plan that supports your kids and your sanity. Because your summer should work for everyone—including you.
In this episode of the No Guilt Mom podcast you’ll learn:
- Why zero screen time isn’t the goal
- How unrealistic expectations sets everyone up for failure
- Age-appropriate strategies to build tech skills in your kids
- How to set collaborative boundaries and view screen time as a part of real life
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