This one isn't about the kids -- it's about OUR screen time, as parents and caregivers. I get it. I've been there and understand excessive screen use firsthand. Here are 5 of the most helpful ways I decreased my time online and increased the amount of balance in my life.

Note: one point I didn't mention here is that I also invested in a very basic watch that notified me if I was getting a message or a phone call. That reduced my worry that I might be missing an urgent message from someone who was trying to reach me.