<p>We all know taking away screens isn’t enough, especially when kids have personalized devices that feel like an extension of who they are. In this episode, we’ll talk about why <em>replacement activities</em> are essential, what makes them effective, and how to make this shift in your family without endless battles.</p>

We all know taking away screens isn’t enough, especially when kids have personalized devices that feel like an extension of who they are. In this episode, we’ll talk about why replacement activities are essential, what makes them effective, and how to make this shift in your family without endless battles.

Replacing Screen Time: What You Can Offer Instead

Beyond the Screen: The Family Connection Podcast is your go-to space for practical, guilt-free ways to raise curious, connected, and resilient kids in a digital world. Hosted by educator, parent, and founder of Beyond the Screen Families, Dr. Samantha Hayes, this weekly show delivers simple ideas, inspiring conversations, and screen-free challenges to help you create meaningful family moments — no complicated crafts or perfect schedules required.

Whether you’re craving easy connection wins, ways to balance tech with real-life adventures, or fresh ideas for those “I’m bored” moments, you’ll find it here. Each episode gives you doable, real-world strategies you can try today, plus a peek inside the tools and resources helping families everywhere trade a little screen time for moments that stick.

New episodes drop every week. Grab your free resources and family challenge kits at www.beyondthescreenfamilies.com and let’s build a connected, balanced family life together.

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Beyond the Screen: The Family Connection Podcast is your go-to space for practical, guilt-free ways to raise curious, connected, and resilient kids in a digital world. Hosted by educator, parent, and founder of Beyond the Screen Families, Dr. Samantha Hayes, this weekly show delivers simple ideas, inspiring conversations, and screen-free challenges to help you create meaningful family moments — no complicated crafts or perfect schedules required. Whether you’re craving easy connection wins, ways to balance tech with real-life adventures, or fresh ideas for those “I’m bored” moments, you’ll find it here. Each episode gives you doable, real-world strategies you can try today, plus a peek inside the tools and resources helping families everywhere trade a little screen time for moments that stick. New episodes drop every week. Grab your free resources and family challenge kits at www.beyondthescreenfamilies.com and let’s build a connected, balanced family life together.

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