194. Do Your Kids Need a Digital Detox? A Balanced Approach to Screen Time | Molly DeFrank

<p>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!</p> <p>In this episode, we cover:</p> <ul> <li><p>What led Molly to make a change in her kids’ screen time habits</p> </li> <li><p>Resetting your kids’ brains to enjoy tactile activities again</p> </li> <li><p>Do we need to prepare our kids for the digital world around them?</p> </li> <li><p>A look at the impact of screen addiction on the upcoming generation</p> </li> <li><p>The difference between learning from screens vs. face-to-face interaction in the early years</p> </li> <li><p>Are there types of screen time that are better or worse for kids?</p> </li> <li><p>Is it possible to undo damage that has been done by excessive screen time?</p> </li> <li><p>Thinking through the right time and place for screens in your family</p> </li> <li><p>The importance of starting by establishing a vision for your family</p> </li> </ul> <p><a href="https://simplefarmhouselifepodcast.com/2023/07/20/episode-194-do-your-kids-need-a-digital-detox-a-balanced-approach-to-screen-time-molly-defrank/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>View full show notes on the blog</strong></a><strong> + </strong><a href="https://youtu.be/t8k-dZYvPks" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>watch this episode on YouTube</strong></a>.</p> <p><strong>Thank you to our sponsors!</strong></p> <p>Toups and Co Organics | Use code FARMHOUSE at <a href="https://toupsandco.com/">ToupsandCo.com</a></p> <p>Redmond Real Salt | Use code FARMHOUSE at <a href="http://bit.ly/farmhouseredmond">bit.ly/farmhouseredmond</a></p> <p><strong>RESOURCES</strong></p> <p><a href="https://a.co/d/8qFU6L8">Digital Detox: The Two-Week Tech Reset for Kids</a> by Molly DeFrank</p> <p><a href="https://mollydefrank.com/detox/">Freebies when you order the book!</a></p> <p><strong>CONNECT</strong></p> <p>Molly DeFrank | <a href="https://mollydefrank.com/">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mollydefrank/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/people/Molly-DeFrank/100030004031935/">Facebook</a></p> <p>Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | <a href="https://www.farmhouseonboone.com/">Blog</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/FarmhouseonBoone">YouTube</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/farmhouseonboone/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@farmhouseonboone">TikTok</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/farmhouseonboone/">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/farmhouseonboone/_created/">Pinterest</a></p> <p>Join us in the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/748012922264552">Simple Farmhouse Life Facebook community</a>!</p>

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