34. Seven Strategies to Reduce Screen Time and Tantrums

In this insightful episode of The Modern Indian Parent Podcast, co-hosts Rinie Gupta and Sanchita Daswani tackle the growing challenge of screen time for kids.

With relatable anecdotes and actionable strategies, they explore how to establish healthy boundaries with screens—without turning your home into a battleground.

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[Blog] Seven Strategies to Reduce Screen Addiction and Tantrums

🎯 What You’ll Learn

✅ Strategy 1: How to implement a complete screen detox & set boundaries
✅ Strategy 2: The “Big Screen Only” rule and why it works
✅ Strategy 3: How using timers helps limit screen time effectively
✅ Strategy 4: Creating a screen time routine that works for your family
✅ Strategy 5: Choosing low-stimulation content for better focus
✅ Strategy 6: Using audio as an alternative to excessive screen time
✅ Strategy 7: How to delink mealtime and screen time for better eating habits

This episode is packed with real-life examples, expert-backed strategies, and practical tips to help parents create a healthier relationship with screens for their children.

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Rinie Gupta (Co-Host, Pediatric Sleep Consultant)

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📌 Episode Chapters

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00:00 Episode Pre-Cap
02:31 Strategy 1: Complete Screen Detox and Setting Boundaries
04:54 Strategy 2: The Big Screen Only Rule and Its Benefits
07:43 Strategy 3: Using Timers to Limit Screen Time Effectively
12:20 Strategy 4: Creating a Screen Time Routine
16:11 Strategy 5: Choosing Low-Stimulation Content
21:49 Strategy 6: Using Audio as an Alternative to Visuals
24:44 Strategy 7: Delink Mealtime and Screen Time
29:28 Final Thoughts: Building a Healthy Relationship with Screens

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