In this video I’m sharing something I don’t feel like a lot of moms talk about, but it’s been so obvious in my house: there’s a direct correlation between screen time and chaos. Even though I’ve always tried to be pretty intentional with screens, anytime I use them as a “tool” so I can get a free second or get more done, it ends up creating more work for me later. I’m then managing overstimulated, disregulated kids, more behavioral issues, and more conflict between my two kids. I notice a really clear difference in who they are before screens and after screens. Because of that, I’ve been working really hard to create healthier screen boundaries and find better, more quality content—plus other ways to keep them busy. The biggest thing I’ve learned is you can’t just take away screens, you have to replace them with something. As I’ve tried different things around my house, I’m seeing a beautiful shift: my kids are playing better together, they’re more creative and imaginative, they’re doing more independent play, and they just feel happier and healthier mentally and emotionally. I’m planning to turn this into a series and share what I’m doing and learning along the way, especially for moms in busy seasons who still need practical solutions.