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Leading the conversation on kids, tech, and digital wellness — as seen on national TV, top publications, and trusted parenting podcasts.

From national news segments to in-depth interviews, I’ve spent the last decade helping families move from screen-time battles to connection. Below you’ll find some of my favorite conversations and features — each with a quick takeaway you can use right away at home or in the classroom.

KTLA 5 Morning News — “Managing Digital Distractions During Homework”

When it’s time for homework, keep phones and tablets out of reach, agree on clear start and stop times, and plan short breaks so your child can reset without losing focus — a few small changes make screens less of a battle and concentration easier to find.
Watch: KTLA 5

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KTLA 5 Morning News — “Ways to Reduce Your Screen Time”

Instead of banning screens, focus on creating balance: turn off unnecessary notifications, charge devices outside the bedroom, and replace endless scrolling with short, meaningful connections — a quick text, a walk, or a real conversation. Small swaps add up.
Watch: KTLA 5

KTLA 5 Morning News — “A Parent’s Guide to Screen Time This Summer”

Loosen the rules, but don’t lose the structure. Build a flexible summer rhythm that mixes outdoor time, creativity, and downtime with mindful screen use — and remember, boredom isn’t the enemy; it’s where imagination begins.
Watch: KTLA 5

Podcasts

On-Air With Ryan Seacrest — “Help! My Kid Spent $1,000 on Robux”

When your child makes a big online mistake, resist the urge to panic or punish first. Use it as a teachable moment: set up purchase approvals, talk through spending expectations, and remind them that managing digital money is part of growing up.
Listen: iHeartRadio

TIME — “Your Biggest Questions About Kids and Phones, Answered”

Think of a first phone like learning to drive — kids need supervision, clear limits, and gradual trust before they’re ready for the open road. Start with a simple device or smartwatch, keep phones out of bedrooms at night, and model healthy habits yourself. It’s not about perfection; it’s about teaching responsibility one step at a time.
Read: TIME

L.A. Parent — “Educating Parents About Digital Media”

Think of your child’s first phone like a pair of training wheels — set clear downtime (for example, 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.) and keep screens away from the dinner table so they can learn balance, not dependence.

Be an ally, not a monitor. Join them in their digital world — play together, ask questions, and let them show you what they love online. When kids feel trusted, they’re more likely to listen.

And when it’s time to rest, make bedrooms a sanctuary. Keeping devices out overnight protects sleep and sends the message that their wellbeing matters more than another scroll.
Read: L.A. Parent

Print & Online Features

Los Angeles Times — “Do Video Games Hurt Families? A Mom Finds Out”

Before worrying about screen time, check the basics — are your kids sleeping, eating well, and staying active? When those needs are met, a little gaming can actually build problem-solving and social skills. Look for red flags like sneaking play or extreme mood swings, and when possible, play alongside them. You’ll learn more (and fight less) when you see what they love.
Read: Los Angeles Times

Santa Monica Daily Press — “Elementary Students Absorb Advice for the Digital Age”

The best time to teach digital wellness is before kids hit middle school. At this age, they’re curious, open, and eager to understand how their online choices matter. Encourage them to pause before posting, think about their “invisible audience,” and use emojis and words to show kindness — not confusion. When schools and parents work together, kids get a consistent message they can trust.
Read: Santa Monica Daily Press

WIRED — “How Fantasy Soccer Keeps My Kids Connected and Happy”