The Parent Thing
The Parent Thing
Tarryn
Screen Time & the Developing Brain – Balancing Technology and Real-World Interaction
15 minutes Posted Jan 12, 2026 at 7:00 am.
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How much screen time is too much for kids? And how does screen exposure really impact a child’s developing brain?
In this episode of The Parent Thing Podcast, parent coach and Neuro-Somatic Intelligence practitioner Tarryn Bovia breaks down the neuroscience behind screen time and child development - without fear, guilt, or extreme rules.
You’ll learn how technology affects emotional regulation, attention, nervous system health, and real-world social skills, and how to create a healthy, realistic balance between screens and connection in modern family life.
This episode is designed for parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals working with children who want evidence-based insight paired with compassionate, practical strategies that actually work in real homes.