Screen Time: Beyond the Basics

07/09/19 • 21 min

Whether it’s a tablet, cell phone, television or computer, kids have access to a whole lot of screens these days. While we know it’s important to monitor how much time they spend on these devices, that’s just the tip of the iceberg. On this episode, we’ll be tackling the deeper issues of kids and technology – like how we can use research to determine whether an app is really educational and how to help our kids develop good habits that will continue even when mom and dad are no longer looking of their shoulder.

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Finding a new "normal."

For Episodes 3 & 4, the Parent Talks Podcast dives into the emotional and confusing issue of finding out your child has a life-long medical diagnosis like Autism, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder or Generalized Anxiety Disorder. As you heard in Episode 3, coming to terms with a diagnosis is just the first step of a very long, and often confusing, journey of being a parent to a child with special needs. In Episode 4, we hear from our parent panel how they made it through the first few years and get more insights from Early Intervention Specialist Sally Rasmussen.

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Picky Eaters

Chicken nuggets and mac ‘n cheese may be a staple for many families with young children, but when food preferences turn into restrictions it can lead to more serious developmental issues. On this episode of Encompass Parent Talks, two moms share the experiences they had with picky eaters, we’ll offer some tips on what you can do to set your child up for a lifetime of healthy eating habits, and you’ll find out what steps you can take if your child is already refusing certain foods.