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In a world where technology is an integral part of our lives, it's no surprise that children are growing up surrounded by screens. For parents, managing screen time<\/a> and setting healthy boundaries can be a daunting task. That's why we had the privilege of sitting down with Dr. Becky Kennedy, a clinical psychologist, mother of three, and the founder of the groundbreaking parenting community Good Inside, to discuss the crucial topic of tech and kids.<\/p>

\"I'm just really excited to be sharing manageable ideas for parents to deal with the day-to-day interactions they have with our kids around screens,\" says Dr. Becky on a recent episode of The Breakdown with Bethany on Mom.com<\/a>. \"I think there's a lot of guilt around screens. And my favorite thing to do truly, the thing that gets me out of bed every day is to share with parents. There's not like simple in an easy way, but simple in a not overly complex way that we can feel more empowered and less fearful and anxious and guilty as parents.\"<\/p>

One tool that can help parents navigate the complex world of screen time is Amazon Kids devices, equipped with features designed to manage screen time limits, deliver educational content, and provide opportunities for children to explore their passions through carefully curated content. Let's take a closer look at how Amazon Kids is revolutionizing the way families approach screen time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

In a world where technology is an integral part of our lives, it’s no surprise that children are growing up surrounded by screens. For parents, managing screen time and setting healthy boundaries can be a daunting task. That’s why we had the privilege of sitting down with Dr. Becky Kennedy, a clinical psychologist, mother of 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