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November 11, 2024 28 mins

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Are you worried about video games causing conflict with your kids?  In this episode, "How You Can Use Video Games to Build Stronger Family Bonds, with Velma Gentzsch," parenting coach Velma Gentzsch joins host Dori Durbin. They discuss how you can transform video games from a source of frustration into an opportunity for connection. Velma shares her personal experience of overcoming her own lack of gaming experience to discover the world of gaming alongside her son. Listen to hear practical tips for setting healthy boundaries, choosing age-appropriate games, and even joining your kids in the fun! 

Listen to find out about:

  • Velma’s journey from a non-gamer to a passionate  gaming advocate
  • Practical tips for setting healthy limits on screen time 
  • The unexpected benefits of video games
  • How to choose age-appropriate games
  • Strategies for engaging with your kids’ gaming world


About Velma Gentzsch:

Velma Gentzsch is a parenting coach who helps families find connection and cooperation through video games. After her son introduced her to the world of gaming, Velma discovered that video games could be a powerful tool for building relationships and teaching valuable life skills. Now, she’s on a mission to help parents embrace the world of gaming and use it to strengthen their bonds with their children.


Follow Velma:

Website: www.mamamabel.com

Email: mama@mamamabel.com

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More about Dori Durbin:

Dori Durbin is a Christian wife, mom, author, illustrator, and a kids' book coach who after experiencing a life-changing illness, quickly switched gears to follow her dream. She creates kids' books to provide a fun and safe passageway for kids and parents to dig deeper and experience empowered lives. Dori also coaches non-fiction authors, professionals, and aspiring authors to "kid-size" their content into informational and engaging kids' books! Find out more here:
 https://www.doridurbin.com/

Follow Dori:
https://www.instagram.com/dori_durbin

https://www.facebook.com/doridurbin7.com



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