Unplugged Parenting
Reclaiming Childhood: The Power of Raising Screen-Limited Children
At Unplugged Parenting, we believe in the transformative power of reconnecting with the essence of childhood. Our mission is to support families in embracing a screen-free lifestyle, fostering meaningful connections, and reclaiming the joy and wonder of raising children in a technology-limited environment.
In today's fast-paced digital world, it's easy for screens to dominate our lives, hindering genuine human connection and stifling the natural creativity and imagination of our little ones. That's why we're here to guide and inspire parents on their journey towards unplugged parenting, helping them create a nurturing environment where childhood can thrive.
In today's digital era, children's lives are becoming increasingly intertwined with screens and technology. While technological advancements have brought about numerous benefits, the excessive use of screens has taken a toll on our children's mental health.
To safeguard their wellbeing and enable them to develop into healthy, well-rounded individuals, we must prioritize a childhood centered around lived experiences and meaningful connections, untethered from the confines of screens.
Shockingly Real Stats
Screen Time:
Children and teens 8-18 spend 9 hours + on screens each day for entertainment!
Brain Development:
Research has shown continued exposure to screens in infancy and young childhood impacts brain development in areas of cognition, empathy, visual processing, attention, impulses and behaviors.
Cell Phones:
By age 11, 53% of children have their own smart phone.
FAQs
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Unplugged Parenting is a movement dedicated to promoting and supporting a screen-free lifestyle for families. We believe in the importance of nurturing genuine connections, fostering creativity, and allowing children to experience the world beyond screens. Our mission is to empower parents with the knowledge, resources, and community they need to raise children who thrive in an unplugged environment.
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Katie is a mom to 2 under 2, pediatric nurse, and pediatric nurse practitioner doctoral student.
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Unplugged parenting offers numerous benefits for children's development. It allows them to engage in imaginative play, develop essential social skills, enhance creativity, and promote physical activity. By minimizing screen time, children have more opportunities to explore the natural world, form deeper connections with others, and develop a stronger sense of self. Unplugged parenting encourages holistic growth and fosters a healthy relationship with technology.
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Unplugged Parenting provides guidance, resources, and support to help families successfully transition to a screen-limited lifestyle. We offer practical tips on setting boundaries around screen use, suggest engaging alternatives to screen time, and provide strategies to create a tech-free environment at home. Additionally, our community of like-minded parents offers a valuable support network, sharing experiences and insights to make the transition smoother and more enjoyable.