So you're telling me that I'm supposed to parent like "Mister Rogers, stoned."??? Go on…..

Author Michaleen Doucleff studied three ancient cultures whose children are still happy and helpful, and boiled it down to two important things. Listen in to hear the main points- because I know you're too busy stepping on Legos and driving to the store to read a full book!

Welcome to Screen Less Play More! Discover the benefits of less screen time for children and practical strategies to reduce screen use as a family. Learn how Big Tech targets our kids, and how to stay screenstrong. Learn how to manage kids & screens, how to find a screentime solution, and tips on raising good humans! Whether you have babies, toddlers, elementary kids, tweens, or teens, this show will give you advice on managing tech and life! You will feel good inside once you learn about the benefits of play, and why play is vital to childhood!

Cynthia Dvorak, founder of Screen Less Play More, is inspired by organizations like GrowNow ADHD, The Screentime Solution, Scrolling2Death, Protect Young Eyes, Screen Strong, OK To Delay, and 1000 Hours Outside, as well as amazing books like "Hunt, Gather, Parent" by Michaleen Doucleff and "The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. She puts her writing and journalism skills together with interviews of authors and experts, to help parents navigate the new era of parenting in the digital world!

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On this episode you will learn amazing tips about:

Indigenous parenting wisdom

Calm parenting

Connected parenting

Anthropology of parenting

Cooperative parenting

Gentle parenting alternative

Non-reactive parenting

Play-based parenting

Raising resilient kids

Low-stress parenting

Parenting without yelling

Raising confident children

How to stop yelling at my kids

How to get kids to cooperate without punishment

Screen-time alternatives for kids

Raising kids who help at home

Outdoor Play

Free Range Kids

Parenting Podcast

Mom Life

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I hope you enjoy this summary of "Hunt, Gather, Parent: What Ancient Cultures Can Teach Us About the Lost Art of Raising Happy, Helpful Little Humans." By Michaeleen Doucleff.

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