Minimalist Moms Podcast | Purposeful Life & Parenting Tips

Your Kids Don't Need Better Screen-Time Rules - They Need THIS Instead | Chris McKenna (Bonus Episode)

June 9, 2026·33 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

In this conversation, Diane sits down with Chris McKenna - founder of Protect Young Eyes and author of The Five Habits of the Tech-Ready Family - to discuss why managing technology isn't ultimately about screen-time limits - it's about relationships, trust, and connection.Chris shares the powerful insight that "technology is better when it's a we activity," challenging the common belief that digital safety can be achieved through apps and parental controls alone.What makes this conversation different is that Chris doesn't leave parents with fear. Instead, he offers a practical roadmap built around five simple habits that help families create healthy technology boundaries while preserving connection.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Subscribe to the Minimalist Moms Youtube ChannelConnect with ChrisWebsiteInstagramBook: 5 Habits of the Tech-Ready Family: Raising Wise Kids in a Wild Digital WorldAbout Chris |Chris McKenna is a leading voice in digital safety for families. As the founder of Protect Young Eyes, he has helped millions of parents navigate the complex world of technology and social media. His practical, research-based approach empowers families to embrace technology wisely while protecting what matters most.Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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