Today’s episode is a love letter to the overwhelmed, over-achieving, screen-time-guilty mom. Stace and Steph get honest about their screen time journeys—from Baby Einstein and Mickey Mouse & Lara Bars to curated slideshow nights and learning the Thriller dance with their kids.
We unpack why the all-or-nothing approach to screens doesn’t work, especially for neurodivergent moms. We talk about the real cost of guilt, the need for rest, and how to make screen time work for you instead of feeling like it’s happening to you.
Plus, we’re introducing our first-ever sponsor, Lingokids—an app that blends learning, creativity, and independence in a way that finally feels good. No guilt. No ads. Just permission to take a break while your kids explore a screen that actually teaches.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
- How “no screen time” became a badge of honor—and a fast track to burnout
- The truth about parenting in the 2000s vs. today
- Why guilt-free screen time is a form of self-preservation
- Ways to balance tech with bonding
- Our favorite educational and nostalgic screen-time moments
- How the Lingokids app has become a saving grace in our homes
Links + Resources:
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