Screen Time, Boredom, and the Magic That Follows

When I first became a mama, I dove deep into the research on screen time — and what I found was both eye-opening and, honestly, a little daunting. Fast forward to real life with a toddler… and Miss Rachel quickly became the world’s most reliable (and free!) babysitter.

But after noticing some subtle (and not-so-subtle) behavior shifts in Corbin, we decided to take a break from TV. What happened next? A little boredom… and then a whole lot of creativity.

In this episode, I’m sharing:

What the research says about even short bursts of screen time

The real-life tug-of-war between “no screens” ideals and everyday parenting needs

The hilarious, totally unplanned game my family created out of boredom — and why it was the best connection moment we’ve had all week

Why boredom isn’t just okay for kids… it’s magic for adults, too

Plus, I’m inviting you to help me create the ultimate list of screen-free activities — for solo play and family connection. Let’s swap ideas, spark creativity, and see what fun unfolds when the screens are off.

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