The Parenting Framework
"You aren't a bad parent.
You're fighting a billion-dollar algorithm without a system."
Goal: Move from Policing (You vs. Them) to Predictability (Them vs. Clock)
We don't "ban" screens. We fill the jar with "Big Rocks" first: Sleep, Connection, and Movement. Screen time fits harmlessly in the spaces left over.
Anxiety stems from the unknown. When screen time is rhythmic (same time, same place), the addiction loop breaks because the child knows exactly when their "fix" is coming.
The core of the system is the "Traffic Light" schedule.
*This is a framework, not a law. Customize the hours to fit your family's needs.*
Bedrooms • Dinner Table • 1 Hour Before Bed
Non-negotiable. Screens in bedrooms are the #1 cause of sleep deprivation. We protect sleep sovereignty at all costs.
Living Room • Kitchen (After "The Big 3")
Screen time is a Result, not a Default. It is available only after: 1. Chores, 2. Homework, 3. Outside Play.
After School • Weekends • Movie Nights
Let them play! Once responsibilities are met, tech is a healthy tool for fun, creativity, and connection. You decide the duration that works for your home.
Stop improvising. Get the complete toolkit to secure your WiFi, lock the phones, and set the rhythm.
A "Deep Dive" conversation you can listen to while driving that explains the psychology to your partner.
The printable "Family Rhythm" framework. Put it on the fridge so the Paper is the boss, not you.
Step-by-step tech setup to lock down phones, tablets, and block adult content at the router level.
(Pro-Tip: Yes, you can turn the Wi-Fi back on for yourself after they sleep. We won't tell. 🍷)