LIFE AS A MOM Ep. 23 - Screen Detox For My Toddler...

I did a screen detox for my 2 year old... and went into depth on why and how! I also share how I organize different activity bins for him and more! 🥰

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00:00 - Getting ready for school drop off
01:01 - Screen Detox
13:45 - Results After Screen Detox
20:45 - Gabe’s Haul
26:40 - Putting in toy blockers
30:00 - Activity bins

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[roquesandy]

This is literally what we been struggling with my 2 year old. We were so goid about limiting tv time but since I had my 2nd baby I needed a break. You have inspired me!!

[cathelynn]

This is so relatable! I’ve been struggling with screen time, It definitely effects my 4yr olds behavior

[wendyochoaa]

Thank you for making this video and giving me so many ideas. Currently have a baby but we decided since day one there won’t be screens in general and already looking forward to the days we can do all these activities 🥰 and keep up the good work mama!!!

[shelbycarvalho]

I needed this so much. I’m literally in tears because I have been so overloaded, I work a demanding job from home + take care of my son during work so I am constantly giving him the TV and it’s making me really sad, I see my son is struggling with his behaviour and speech. I’m going to start today now.

[SjuanjeDevone]

Me sitting here a grown ass woman with 0 kids realizing that I need a screen detox 😭🤣

[michelleayala]

I love this video so much! You’ve truly convinced me to limit his screen time & gave me so many activity ideas

[teonna]

I’ve been feeling the same way about my toddler. I’m definitely going to do this. Thanks for sharing !

[JennaDibs]

Thinking about doing a screen time detox as well, watching this makes me want to do it today..

[miiia]

Thank you so much for the idea i saw a girl do scensory bins on tiktok and told myself i would do it and never got around to it and now this just reminded me again. So i went to the dollarama here and they have a ton of "montoy" for the canadian girlies so affordable ! And perfect bins also.

[MoonK.]

He is too adorable !!! I always wanted to be a boy mom I cant wait for my gender ultrasound im so excited ! You are such a great mom 💕

[Shoparie]

This video give me a lot of ideas. Thank you Welcome to America 🇺🇸 God bless you and your family

[KishaAlejandra]

Yes! Love that you’re talking about this! 🫶🏼 Screen time is only getting worse even for us so I could imagine the effects it can have on some. I’ve been watching my niece and i love getting her involved with chores and cooking she absolutely loves it!

[Decorbysid]

On the cold & rainy days I love to take my son to the local libraries! Deff sign up for a library card! Most of them are kid friendly and have so many activities daily!

[miiia]

I had to come back and comment to say thanks to Steph for finding the magnet books at Dollarama. I found them and purchased them. Thank you for mentioning them!!

[jujupatootie]

Girl this constant dopamine kick is just as toxic for adults as it is for kids! Like can we adults also get a screen detox??? This is so amazing! You're an inspiration

[kthylin]

Hello Amy I am a mom of a 15 year old boy and a 2 year old girl so teen and toddler . I am also a preschool teacher to 2 and 3 years old. My biggest advice is to have an schedule and a nap everyday is really important after nap you can give him an snack and to the park and play I know is hard but is better to do it earlier

[MG-wpyt]

What are the odds I haven’t had wifi connection for 2 days and haven’t been able to turn the tv on & you speak on this topic. I might just continue the No tv lol. You’re totally right, even in just 2 days my 2yo has changed 😵‍💫 I love seeing these ideas on how to keep them entertained!!! 🩷thank u!!

[keke_lavay]

I think it’s important to have a healthy balance. Kids are very addicted to the internet and it’s a lot . When we were kids we were outside and playing. Not sitting in the house all day.

[jos-]

Hey Girl. This is absolutely amazing. Like you said every child is different. Finding alternatives that may work at this stage in his growth is a positiive step. You're doing a great job. Btw, those bins are the best for organizing anything and everything, not just for kids 😊👌🏽🫶🏽

[LucyWalb]

While I understand the sentiment you have behind doing what you’re doing- please don’t compare your kids to other kids. Every kid is different. Save yourself the mental stress.
Sometimes it’s just pure survival. Also- your son is very age appropriate to be going through these tantrums. It’s rough being a toddler!!