Music is now, almost exclusively, connected to a screen and many parents don’t want their kids staring at a device all the time - especially alone in their rooms. So what are we parents supposed to do? Here are my updated research and recommendations when it comes to giving your kids screen-free music.

The holidays are a great time for bonding with family and catching up with friends. But all that free time can also lead to three weeks of constant battles over screen time. Let’s look at a few ways to curb the tantrums and bring peace to your home this holiday season.

When I was a kid, listening to music in my room was one of my favorite activities. But things have changed since then. Music is now, almost exclusively, connected to a screen and many parents don’t want their kids staring at a device all the time - especially alone in their rooms. So what are we parents supposed to do? Here is what I did for my kids, plus some thorough research on what options are out there for screen-free music listening for your family!

With all the extra time in front of screens that our kids are spending, many parents are looking for gifts that can offer a bit of a break from computers, tablets and phones. I’ve never endorsed a product before, but I’ve decided to make an exception this year for the one product that has made my life and my kids life way more enjoyable - the Mighty Vibe.

Carving out spaces that we reserve as “screen-free” zones is one of the most important things we can do to maintain peace of mind, focus and grounding. So where should we begin? Here are 5 spaces to consider designating as “screen-free” to give you and your family the much needed media break you deserve.