The Challenge
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends no screen time before 18 months, up to 1 hour a day of high-quality programming for ages 2–5, and consistent, family-set limits from age 6 on.
The screen glows brighter than your child’s eyes. What began as harmless entertainment has become a tug-of-war: ‘just five more minutes’ spirals into hours, and family life bends around the glow of technology.
Inside the Parent’s Heart
Sudden, all-at-once screen removal tends to spike meltdowns — a gradual, predictable reduction plan is what actually makes new limits stick.
You feel as if the screen has stolen your child’s spark — the playfulness, the imagination, the connection. Saying ‘no’ makes you the villain in your own home; saying ‘yes’ feels like surrender. You long for presence, but find conflict instead.
The Path We Walk Together
We untangle the silent grip of screens. Through rhythms, playful alternatives, and compassionate boundaries, children rediscover curiosity and attention, while parents reclaim authority without fear.
Screen-Time Reset helps families set healthy, age-appropriate screen-time limits and cut back without the meltdowns — replacing the daily “just five more minutes” battle with calm, realistic digital balance.
Life on the Other Side
A home filled with conversation, not confrontation; children who choose play, creativity, and focus; parents who feel confident, not conflicted; technology back in its place – a tool, not a tyrant.
What You Will Gain (3-5 Sessions)
- Clear strategies to reduce dependency
- Family rhythms that nourish attention and play
- Tools to replace constant 'no' with empowering choices
- A healthier relationship with technology
Frequently Asked Questions
How much screen time is okay for a 2, 3, or 4-year-old?
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends no screen time before 18 months, up to 1 hour a day of high-quality programming for ages 2–5, and consistent, family-set limits for ages 6 and up. We use that as a baseline, then build a realistic plan around your specific family.
How do I reduce screen time without daily meltdowns?
Sudden removal triggers conflict. We use gradual rhythms, clear expectations, and engaging alternatives so cutting back feels calm instead of like a fight.
Why does my child melt down right after screen time?
Screens are highly stimulating, and the transition off them is hard for a developing brain. We build “landing” routines that make those transitions smoother.
Written by Sara Magen — Child & Parent Behavior Consultant with a psychology background, working with families in Miami and virtually nationwide. More about Sara →
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