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Screens-and-Teens-March-24

Online Noise! How Much Is Too Much and How to Quiet It

In today’s world, it seems like everyone knows everything about everybody. And that just feels like a lot of “stuff” for our brains to take in. What your neighbor had […]

Teens-and-Screens-Feb-24

It’s the Parents Job to Say No Children and Technologies Are Like Mischievous Puppies

We got a new puppy for Christmas. Well, my son got a puppy, but we collectively chip in to help because taking care of a puppy is evidently a four-man […]

teens-screens-Jan-24

The Games Our Children Play Helping Them Be Their Authentic Selves

The other day, I was talking to my son, and someone texted me a question about something I had asked them to do for me. Given he and I were […]

Teens-and-Screens-Dec-23

Unearned vs. Earned Education Preparing to Kick Off the New Year Informed

I have been on the road frequently speaking at student and parent conferences. One of my favorite things about what I do, other than getting to meet parents and students, […]

Teens-and-Screens-Nov-23

Unwrapping the Debate: The Pros and Cons of Gifting Your Child a Device and Social Media

The holiday season is upon us, and I don’t know about you, but I find myself missing the good old days of toy cars and Barbies as Christmas gifts. They […]

Teens-and-Screens-Oct-23

The Most Important Nine Minutes in Your Child’s Day

I read something this week that I would like to share with you. There are nine minutes that have the greatest impact on a child’s day. They are first three […]

Teens-and-Screens-Sept-23

Parents, Let’s Help Our Teachers!

School is back in session. By now, we have a few weeks under our belt, and everyone is rocking along in a new school year. Here at the Bush house, […]

teens-and-Screens-Aug-23

Why Your Young Athlete’s Social Media Matters

Do you have an athlete in your home? If you do, this article is definitely for you. My husband and I raised two athletes. Our sons have been playing baseball […]

Teens-and-Screens

What’s “Old” Is “New” for Today’s Kids

Kids these days! I bet you have heard your grandparents or parents say this, or maybe you have even said it. If you are north of 30, you probably have. […]

Teens and Screens June 23

Let’s Talk Algorithms! And How They Impact Our Kids

Let’s talk algorithms! They play a huge part in why your kids do what they do with their social media. They honestly affect anyone that is using social media. Algorithms […]

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