Make Electronics Your Kids' Ally, Not Enemy w/ Susan Stiffelman

EPISODE 22: When I ask my communities what is your #1 biggest struggle, guess what I hear a lot?“Electronic battles”“Sneaking Electronics”“My kid’s addicted to their screen!” “Getting my kid to get off electronics.” Sound familiar? Trust me, you're not alone. All of us in this digital age ask ourselves:How much is too much? What's age-appropriate? Is screen time harming my child's brain?So this week, I've got someone who can help us navigate these murky waters. I'm absolutely thrilled to introduce Susan Stiffelman as my guest for this episode.I can say that Susan is actually the superhero of the parenting world. She's been a family therapist for more than 35 years, and before that, she worked as a teacher. So, she has spent her entire life working with kids.Susan is the author of the book and podcast “Parenting Without Power Struggles.” She also authored “Parenting With Presence.”Susan is on a mission to help parents break free from old, ineffective parenting patterns.In this conversation, we're diving deep into the complexities of parenting in the electronic age. We'll explore our own beliefs around electronics, delve into the brain science behind screen time, and provide the key to getting your kids off screens. Plus, we'll discuss how electronics aren’t always the enemy (especially for neurodivergent kids) by turning them into a tool. So don't miss out on this opportunity to learn how to be "the captain of your ship" while also staying compassionate and in tune with your children's needs.Join us now!Key Takeaways:Intro (00:00)Who is Susan Stiffelman (02:09)Helping parents be the captain of the ship (03:48)Using screen time to help kids regulate (09:49)Staying connected with kids while navigating technology (15:44)Understanding why kids are drawn to electronics and why parents worry (19:33)How electronics can be used as a tool (24:14)The one thing parents can do to offset technology’s impact on kids (27:28)Tech-Wise Parenting Summit (30:39)Additional resources:Register for the FREE virtual Tech-Wise Parenting Summit - - -📖 Get your copy of Calm The Chaos Book ✨ Hear the Success Stories🔍 Check out my website 👉 Check out my YouTube channel Connect with me on social media:🔹 TikTok 🔹 Instagram 🔹 Facebook Calm the Chaos Parenting is a podcast offering parents practical tools and strategies to navigate the challenges of raising strong-willed, highly sensitive, and neurodivergent children.🎧 Follow us on your favorite platform so you never miss an episode!