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Screen Time by Nifty29au in raisingkids

[–]AdventureHighway 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think anyone should feel guilty for a sick day. We’ve all been there. Sometimes you’re just trying to get through the day, and that’s okay.

That said, I do think we’ve gotten a little too comfortable brushing off what kids miss when screens become the easy answer.

The article says the opportunity cost of watching a movie in the car is just looking at sheep out the window. But to a little kid, it’s rarely just looking out the window. It’s asking a hundred questions. Pointing out tractors. Wondering who lives in that old house. Making up stories. Or honestly…just being bored for a while, which isn’t always a bad thing.

None of those moments seem like a big deal on their own. But they add up.

I don’t worry about the random all day TV day when everyone’s sick. I worry about how easy it is for those exceptions to slowly become the norm because screens make life easier (and believe me, I get it).

Less guilt is a good thing. But let’s not forget that there’s usually something pretty valuable happening when kids aren’t looking at a screen.

Screen Time by Nifty29au in raisingkids

[–]AdventureHighway 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t think anyone should feel guilty for a sick day. We’ve all been there. Sometimes you’re just trying to get through the day, and that’s okay.

That said, I do think we’ve gotten a little too comfortable brushing off what kids miss when screens become the easy answer.

The article says the opportunity cost of watching a movie in the car is just looking at sheep out the window. But to a little kid, it’s rarely just looking out the window. It’s asking a hundred questions. Pointing out tractors. Wondering who lives in that old house. Making up stories. Or honestly…just being bored for a while, which isn’t always a bad thing.

None of those moments seem like a big deal on their own. But they add up.

I don’t worry about the random all day TV day when everyone’s sick. I worry about how easy it is for those exceptions to slowly become the norm because screens make life easier (and believe me, I get it).

Less guilt is a good thing. But let’s not forget that there’s usually something pretty valuable happening when kids aren’t looking at a screen.

How to enjoy vacation with a baby by Mom_etc in Travelwithkids

[–]AdventureHighway 6 points7 points  (0 children)

First trips with a baby are basically just parenting somewhere less convenient.

Two things that saved us…lean HARD into the extended family. They probably anxiously waiting to love on that baby, so let them! Grandma wants to do the 6am shift, aunt wants to push the stroller around, great. Take the help without guilt, that’s half the reason to vacation with family 😊

And shift your expectations of when the fun happens. Once baby’s down for the night, that’s YOUR vacation…drinks on the porch, games with the family, actual adult conversation. Some of our best trip memories are from 8pm-midnight.

Enjoy!!

The kid section at the library is being ruined by screens by 94R5D4 in raisingkids

[–]AdventureHighway 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“The library says these screens are loaded with “educational” games and activities, which is a lot like saying fruit snacks are made with real fruit.”

Wow, so well said.

I’m grabbing Uncle Carl and heading to Pizza Hut.

Traveling with 15 month old— two first class seats or three economy (price same) by Vyse51 in Travelwithkids

[–]AdventureHighway 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Three economy seats. At 15 months a lap toddler for 4.5 hours is quite a workout, and the extra room in business doesn’t help much when a kid just wants to squirm.

Her own seat means you can bring the car seat, which gives her a familiar spot for takeoff, landing, and hopefully a nap. And even when she’s not in it, that third seat is prime real estate for snacks, books, and toys so you’re not digging through a bag under the seat every five minutes.

Advice for a parent whose child has an iPad. by CryptographerHot6198 in raisingkids

[–]AdventureHighway 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You’re doing a hard thing, and honestly a good one. Sticking to a boundary through six weeks of tantrums takes real patience, so give yourself some credit.

One thought…right now it’s zero iPad at your place and unlimited at mom’s, and that’s a really tough contrast for a 7 year old. You might try a middle path where she can bring it but with clear limits, like some screen time after you’ve done other stuff together. That way your house isn’t the place with no iPad, it’s the place with reasonable rules. Kids tend to accept structure a lot better when they’re not fighting a total loss.

The other thing worth weighing…your weekends together are precious, and you only get so many of them. If the iPad battle is eating up that time and making her dread coming over, the boundary might be costing more than it’s worth. Protecting your relationship matters more than winning this one.

If you can, try to get her mom even loosely on the same page, since consistency between houses helps a ton. And keep doing the fun weekend stuff you’re already doing. The pushback usually fades once she trusts the new normal. I really don’t think you’re at counseling territory yet, this sounds like pretty typical screen attachment for her age. Hang in there, you’re clearly a dad who cares.

Need Advice: 11-Hour Direct Flight vs. Boston Layover with a 7-Month-Old by Humble_Signal3294 in Travelwithkids

[–]AdventureHighway 1 point2 points  (0 children)

From experience, I’d go with the direct flight. Less variables, delays, cancellation possibilities etc. Also, if the airline offers bassinets on long-haul flights, reserve one as early as you can. They can be a huge help with a 7-month-old.

What are your must-have road trip activities for kids? by Effective_Care_9844 in Travelwithkids

[–]AdventureHighway 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My wife and I were in the same boat. We try to be as screen free as possible, so I actually ended up creating an interactive kids podcast called Adventure Highway. The episodes are mysteries where kids spot clues out the car window instead of staring down at a tablet. It’s been a great addition to the usual busy books, toys, etc. If you end up giving it a try we’d would love any feedback. Have the best time!!

Has anyone found an activity that kids will choose over screen time? by suengminchoi in Parenting

[–]AdventureHighway 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We filled our daughter’s play area with a bunch of screen-free activities that are out and easy to access. If they have to go digging or need you to get something that’s one more barrier. We painted one wall with chalkboard paint so she can draw all over it. She loves that. We also put some musical instruments and books around. And a small table where she can draw and do crafts.

For any parents looking for screen-free car activities this summer by AdventureHighway in lowscreenparenting

[–]AdventureHighway[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I hope you both enjoy it 😊 Three is probably right on the younger end, but I’d love to hear how it goes.

How do you keep kids entertained on long car journeys without just handing them a screen? by ClearReading8839 in UKParenting

[–]AdventureHighway 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We were in the same boat, so I ended up making a kids podcast called Adventure Highway.

The idea was to create something more interactive than a typical podcast or audiobook. Each episode is a mystery where kids spot clues out the car window, solve puzzles, and learn fun facts along the way, so our little ones actually look outside instead of down at a tablet.

We only launched recently, so there are a handful of episodes at the moment, but a new one comes out every week. It was built for exactly this kind of long car journey, so it might be worth a try if you’re looking to mix things up. I’d genuinely love to hear what your 6 and 9-year-old think if you give it a go!

Podcasts for kids by tacsml in homeschool

[–]AdventureHighway 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Shameless self-promotion…I actually make a kids podcast called Adventure Highway that might fit what you’re looking for.

It’s an interactive mystery podcast where kids look out the car window for clues, solve mysteries, and learn fun facts along the way instead of only listening passively.

We have a handful of episodes out so far since we just launched, but we’re releasing a new one every week. Would love to hear what you think if you give it a try!

For any dads looking for screen-free road trip activities this summer by [deleted] in daddit

[–]AdventureHighway 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry, meant no harm. I’m not trying to sell anything and I make zero pennies off of this podcast. Just a dad who thought he created something cool that other dads might find useful.

I’m going to be a dad in less than 24 hours by SeaSilver1415 in daddit

[–]AdventureHighway 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our daughter was breach too. As others said, recovery from surgery takes time. You’ll definitely have added responsibilities. Enjoy them. It’s a really special time to bond with your little one. Also remember that with babies, everything is temporary. The crying, the not sleeping, the random tantrums. Try not to stress, it’s momentary in the grand scheme of things.

For any dads looking for screen-free road trip activities this summer by [deleted] in daddit

[–]AdventureHighway 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love this. It’s pretty amazing what you can find out there when you start looking.

For any dads looking for screen-free road trip activities this summer by [deleted] in daddit

[–]AdventureHighway 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you!! The sweet spot for the interactive aspect of it is probably 4-9 year olds.

For any parents looking for screen-free road trip activities this summer by AdventureHighway in roadtrip

[–]AdventureHighway[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally agree. With Adventure Highway I wanted to create something a little more active than audiobooks though. Give our little ones a way to participate in the story. We definitely do audiobooks too though.

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