Episode 5 – Ask an Expert: Switching It Up
In episode five of this six-part series, explore strategies to support families in building flexibility and navigating transitions.
Welcome to Episode 5 of Ask an Expert: Conversations About Digital Well-being for Families!
Shifting from one activity to another is a part of everyday life, but sometimes, it can lead to big feelings — for everyone in the family! In this episode, about the habit of Switching It Up, Dr. Stephanie Lee, Psy.D, PCIT, expert in parent-child interactions, shares strategies to help children transition from one activity to another, especially as it relates to media and technology use.
Listen as Dr. Lee and Tara and discuss:
- Why can transitions be challenging for children, especially when it comes to screen time?
- What are some common challenging or uncomfortable behaviors we might see?
- How can grown-ups respond to challenging behaviors surrounding transitions in a way that promotes connection and calm for everyone?
- What are other opportunities for families to build flexibility in moments away from screens?
After watching, click the link to move on to the next habit – Learning Along the Way!
Screen Time & Safety Tips
Information and resources about screen time, online safety for kids, and digital well-being.
Snow Day on Sesame Street
A story about the ways screen time can be “together time.”
Growth Mindset…for Grown-ups!
Staying positive can help you navigate changes and take on challenges with confidence.
AI and Us
A video about explaining AI to young children… and using it together as a family in helpful, interesting ways.
Understanding Digital Well-Being: A Guide for Parents & Caregivers
Digital well-being is about understanding and making choices about media as a part of family life, in order to learn, play, connect, relax, and feel closer to one another.
Using Your Words
A coloring page helping children explore words for big feelings.
Bring the Energy
Watch Rudy’s Mommy Maggie help him transition out of screen time playfully.
