Today, we’re diving headfirst into one of the hottest parenting topics out there: kids and technology. Laura sits down with Krystina O’Bryant, Lead Curriculum Designer at Parent ProTech, a platform that empowers parents and educators to help kids navigate the digital world with confidence and safety.

With a background in education and instructional technology, Krystina brings a refreshing, no-judgment lens to topics like screen time, digital boundaries, and what really goes down on YouTube Kids. Whether you're a no-tech household, a screen-on-the-go family, or somewhere in between, this episode is packed with practical advice, eye-opening stats, and reassuring reminders that you’re not doing it all wrong.

In this episode, we dive into:

• What the data really says about kids’ screen time (and why it’s a wake-up call)

• Why even toddlers are impacted by digital exposure—and how to keep them safe

• How to introduce screens intentionally without totally losing your sanity

• Tools to help you stick to screen time limits (hello, built-in timers!)

• The rise of tech in schools—and what parents should know before first grade

• The truth about posting your child’s photo online and long-term risks

• Why your own phone habits matter more than you think

• Krystina’s #1 piece of advice for raising tech-aware kids

Links:

• Website: ParentProTech.com
• Instagram: @parentprotech

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