There is growing, undeniable evidence that smartphone and social media use are linked with negative mental health. A recent study concluded that kids who get smartphones earlier become adults with worse mental health. Last May, the U.S. Surgeon General issued an advisory about the effects social media use has on youth mental health. That’s the Surgeon General warning parents to Continue reading
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“Fall Back” with Ease: Daylight-Saving Tips
Navigating Daylight-Saving Time and Preparing for Shorter Days As the days grow shorter and the nights longer, there’s a palpable shift in the rhythm of our lives. The annual ritual of turning back the clocks marks the end of daylight-rich evenings and signals our inevitable descent into the cozier, darker months of the year. Yes, Continue reading
Back to School (or Back to Screens?)
Hopefully you and your kids all enjoyed a great summer with more family time, outdoor time, hangs with friends, and relaxation. Whether or not your kids and teens got a break from screens and social media this summer, now is the time to evaluate and set guidelines for healthy screen use for the upcoming school Continue reading
Free Play is Not Just Fun… it’s Essential
School’s out and it’s time to plan summer activities for your kids. As parents, we’re constantly trying to find the right balance of keeping our kids busy, but not over-scheduling them. While structured activities, like camp, swim lessons, dance, and organized sports are a great way to create structure and skill-building, it is equally important Continue reading