Summer is in full swing and the struggle is real - playing with toys instead of devices. We changed it up this summer and are doing different camps and activities sprinkled throughout the summer instead of a daily camp like in the past. The girls had a blast at horse camp and are having a great time at adventure camp.
In between camps and activities we are swimming, going to the park, bike riding, cooking, reading, and staying busy. The struggle is real though when it comes to tech versus toys. The girls would watch YouTube, play on their Kindles, or play games on my iPhone all the time if I let them.
CB Insights shared that parents are even now hiring screen counselors to help shift kids off of devices and into physical playing. I wish I could say I simply tell the girls we are going to play with our toys instead of devices and that they would happily go right along. Instead it is a back and forth and me constantly saying we need to take a break from the devices. The struggle is real and the girls can wear me out with their zest for devices. I'm trying to stay tough and decrease our screen time. Once we start playing the girls have a good time and I love seeing their creativity pouring out.
In between camps and activities we are swimming, going to the park, bike riding, cooking, reading, and staying busy. The struggle is real though when it comes to tech versus toys. The girls would watch YouTube, play on their Kindles, or play games on my iPhone all the time if I let them.
CB Insights shared that parents are even now hiring screen counselors to help shift kids off of devices and into physical playing. I wish I could say I simply tell the girls we are going to play with our toys instead of devices and that they would happily go right along. Instead it is a back and forth and me constantly saying we need to take a break from the devices. The struggle is real and the girls can wear me out with their zest for devices. I'm trying to stay tough and decrease our screen time. Once we start playing the girls have a good time and I love seeing their creativity pouring out.
The other day I once again declared we needed a break from devices and the girls wanted to play with Barbies. I love watching them organize the Barbies into families and groups of friends. They have a great system for loading them up into their camper and cars. The kitchen table quickly became the vacation destination and we set up swimming pools. They set up tons of dogs that had joined in the journey and we had a great time playing. I love hearing them chatter about what the Barbies are doing and seeing Sophia and Stella play together. I also love the Barbie #MoreRoleModels campaign and we have so many cool Barbies doing so many cool jobs! Love how Barbie is helping to inspire my girls!
These summer days are flying by way to quick and the back to school displays are already popping up in stores. I'm going to hold on to summer and playing with my sweet girls. The struggle is real with devices versus toys but I'm going to keep battling and keep trying to play as much as possible.
Since the struggle is real not just for me, but for so many of us, here are some links to articles on some tips for keeping up the good fight on less time on devices and more time playing.
Realistic screen time solutions for kids (and their parents)
Feb. 22, 2018 By Vivian Manning-Schaffel
https://www.nbcnews.com/better/health/realistic-screen-time-solutions-kids-their-parents-ncna850056
- We are working hard to practice what we preach and the struggle is real for us too!
These 4 strategies will help you and your kids have a much more peaceful summer.
Calah Alexander | May 09, 2019
https://aleteia.org/2019/05/09/how-to-limit-screen-time-this-summer-for-your-kids-and-why-you-should/
- We love the tip on no screens in the morning to help set up a more positive day and not overstimulate the kids right away!
10 Ways to Limit Your Child's Screen Time
Amy Morin, LCSW Updated July 05, 2019
https://www.verywellfamily.com/tips-for-limiting-electronics-and-screen-time-for-kids-1094870
- We love her tip on creating “technology free zones!”
Thanks for stopping by! Happy summer and have a great time playing with your kids!
Meg
Since the struggle is real not just for me, but for so many of us, here are some links to articles on some tips for keeping up the good fight on less time on devices and more time playing.
Realistic screen time solutions for kids (and their parents)
Feb. 22, 2018 By Vivian Manning-Schaffel
https://www.nbcnews.com/better/health/realistic-screen-time-solutions-kids-their-parents-ncna850056
- We are working hard to practice what we preach and the struggle is real for us too!
These 4 strategies will help you and your kids have a much more peaceful summer.
Calah Alexander | May 09, 2019
https://aleteia.org/2019/05/09/how-to-limit-screen-time-this-summer-for-your-kids-and-why-you-should/
- We love the tip on no screens in the morning to help set up a more positive day and not overstimulate the kids right away!
10 Ways to Limit Your Child's Screen Time
Amy Morin, LCSW Updated July 05, 2019
https://www.verywellfamily.com/tips-for-limiting-electronics-and-screen-time-for-kids-1094870
- We love her tip on creating “technology free zones!”
Thanks for stopping by! Happy summer and have a great time playing with your kids!
Meg
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