Moms Managing Media Archives - Charlotte Parent

Trade Virtual Time for the Real Game

Melanie Hempe,

Read about why real sports are better than digital ones

Time to Ditch the Smartphone Contract

Melanie Hempe,

Building strong digital citizens does not begin with a smartphone contract

How Screens Ignite ‘Love’ Receptors

Melanie Hempe,

Our latest 'Families Managing Media' column

Reset Screen Habits in the New Year

Melanie Hempe,

Small changes can make a big difference

Holiday Goals: Reconnect With Your Family

Melanie Hempe,

Ideas to enjoy the holidays that build family bonds

Rethinking Your Gifting This Holiday Season

Melanie Hempe,

Gifts that spark imagination, inspiration

5 Fortnite Myths Every Parent Needs to Know

Melanie Hempe,

Does your child play Fortnite every day? Are his only friends on Fortnite? Does your child get furious and have meltdowns when you take away the game? Has he lost a sense of curiosity for other hobbies? Let’s be honest,…

Put Some Trust in Family Dinner

Dawn Poulterer-Woods,

Taking time to have meals together offers a place for kids to be heard.

Why Parents Should Not Overshare Photos on Social Media

Melanie Hempe,

You mean no harm, but does the sharing of photos on social media reduce the benefits of your family's special moments?

Screens in Schools

Melanie Hempe,

Tips to keep a check on digital learning, distractions

Don’t Regret Your End-of-Summer Vacation

Melanie Hempe,

8 reasons to leave the game at home.

Overcome Summer Screen-Time Battles

Melanie Hempe,

5 ideas to make summer memories without the glow of a screen.

Is Your Child Addicted to Fortnite?

Melanie Hempe,

Five things every parent should know.

Swap Toddler Screen Time for Face-to-Face Time

Melanie Hempe,

Science and common sense confirm that a toddler is socially, physically and academically ahead if screens are left behind.

Five Reasons Why You Should Participate in Screen-Free Week

Melanie Hempe,

Take a week off to reset yourself and electronic devices by participating in National Screen-Free Week, April 30-May 6.

Is Your Child Ready for a Smartphone?

Melanie Hempe,

5 considerations before buying your child a phone.

Video Game Violence and Kids

Melanie Hempe,

What parents need to know about the effects of violent video games on kids.

How Video Games Designed for Young Kids Lead to Gaming Addiction

Melanie Hempe,

Seven reasons to think twice before introducing your child to video games.

3 Basic Needs a Screen Can’t Give Your Child

Melanie Hempe,

The isolating nature of too much screen time must be recognized and with some intentional practice, we can bridge the gap that our kids may be feeling.