If you’re tired of screen battles, Reclaim Play (https://reclaimplay.com) will help you build a home where kids actually want to live offline again. Every parent has been there — your kid sneaks an iPad, cracks the passcode, or watches “just one more episode.” What do you do next? In this episode, we’ll talk about how to respond when your child breaks your screen-time rules — without yelling, shaming, or losing connection. I’ll show you how to turn these moments into lessons in trust, honesty, and emotional growth, so screens stop being a source of conflict and become a chance to strengthen your family culture.
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#54 Screen Time Rules That Actually Work (For Every Age)
►► Get your kid playing for hours a day in just 3 weeks, no screens needed: https://reclaimplay.com Ever wonder how much screen time is “okay” for your kids? The rules change as they grow — and without a clear blueprint, it’s easy to spiral into guilt, panic, or constant battles. In this episode, I’ll walk you age by age (from babies all the way through teens) and show you the clear, big-picture boundaries that protect your child’s brain, body, and relationships — while keeping your family culture stronger than screen culture. And when you’re ready to go deeper: The Studio – create a meaningful family life - https://hifam.com/studio Married-U – build a thriving marriage - https://married-u.com Desire Lab – reignite chemistry & attraction - https://hifam.com/desire
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#53 How to Reduce Kids’ Screen Time Without Tears and Tantrums
Want your kids to play for hours without begging for a device? That’s exactly why I created Reclaim Play → https://reclaimplay.com/course. Because when kids are lit up by play, screens stop being the only exciting option. You don’t just want kids who put down their devices — you want kids who feel truly alive without them. The laughter, the imagination, the spark that doesn’t need a screen to survive. Yet, the hard truth is... if life at home feels dull, screens will always win. That’s why this episode isn’t about policing devices — it’s about creating a family culture so rich and magnetic that screens lose their grip. We’ll peel back why kids (and parents) default to scrolling, what makes “just setting limits” fail every time, and how to make real life irresistible again. Because the real question isn’t how much screen time is too much… it’s what are our kids living for instead? And when you’re ready to go deeper: Reclaim Play – spark independent play - https://reclaimplay.com Married-U – build a thriving marriage - https://married-u.com Desire Lab – reignite chemistry & attraction - https://hifam.com/desire
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#52 Your Kids Aren't Addicted to Screens. You Are.
You worry your kids are addicted to screens. But deep down… you know you might be, too. The endless scrolling, the quick escapes, the way it steals presence from your family—it’s not just their problem. That’s why I created Reclaim Play → https://reclaimplay.com/course — to help parents raise kids who can play independently, without needing a screen to stay entertained. Because when play is thriving at home, screen time doesn’t have to run the show. In this episode, we’re facing the truth about screen struggles and talking about what it takes to break free: ✅ How parental screen habits shape kids more than any rule ever could ✅ The hidden ways we use screens as parents ✅ Why screen struggles are less about tech—and more about leadership ✅ Practical steps to reset your family’s digital culture This is the first episode in a new series on screens and family life—helping you raise kids who thrive beyond the screen. ✨ Want more tools to simplify family life? Explore: Reclaim Play – independent play without screens https://reclaimplay.com Married-U – strengthen your marriage https://married-u.com Desire Lab – reignite attraction & connection in your marriage https://hifam.com/desire
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#51 Are Families Disappearing? The Truth About Shrinking Birth Rates
Culture is shaping how we see marriage, parenting, and even desire itself. That’s why I created Desire Lab (https://hifam.com/desire ) — my membership for women who want to reignite polarity, attraction, and chemistry in long-term relationships, even when cultural messages push the opposite. Today, I’m unpacking those same culture-wide forces and how they’re driving birth rates down across the West. We’re told it’s about money, stability, or timing… but are those really the reasons? Or is something deeper happening beneath the surface? If you’ve ever questioned whether parenthood is still worth it — or felt the tension between culture’s messages and your own longings — this episode is for you.
Welcome to Hi, Fam! Learn how to blend ancient wisdom with modern living to design a family life you love.
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