Can a completely screen-free summer transform your family dynamic?

In this powerful conversation, Dr. Samantha Hayes welcomes Chelsea Kuhn — mother, entrepreneur, disability author, and speaker — to share her family’s experience going entirely screen-free for one full summer.

Together they discuss:

The motivation behind removing screens

What daily life looked like without devices

The emotional stages of “boredom” and adjustment

Noticeable changes in creativity, independence, and connection

How screens were thoughtfully reintroduced

What healthy screen balance looks like now

Practical advice for families considering a screen reset

This episode offers both inspiration and actionable guidance for parents seeking to balance technology use while fostering real-life learning, creativity, and family connection.

If you’re navigating screen time boundaries, summer routines, or digital overwhelm, this conversation will equip and empower you.

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Hosted by Dr. Samantha Hayes, educator and founder of Beyond the Screen Families.