Raffy Zamora provides valuable insights into how parents can manage their children’s screen time while fostering real-world connections. Contributed photo
In today’s digital age, raising children comes with the unique challenge of navigating screens. With smartphones, tablets, and endless apps constantly pulling at our attention, how do we ensure that our kids grow up with healthy habits, strong values, and meaningful connections in a world that seems to revolve around technology?
In his latest video “Reality Check: Are Screens RAISING Your Kids? Raffy Zamora Exposes the Truth You Need to Hear”posted on PGMN socials, Raffy Zamora provides valuable insights into how parents can manage their children’s screen time while fostering real-world connections. As a father, he admits he’s no expert but shares his personal experiences and lessons learned while raising kids in a tech-heavy world.
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FEATURED STORIES NEWSINFO INC rallies in support of Marcos stand against VP Duterte impeach moves NEWSINFO Trump going berserk, targets birthright, naturalized citizens NEWSINFO American vlogger died during abduction – PNPZamora emphasizes the importance of leading by example. “Our kids are always watching,” he points out, stressing that parents need to be mindful of their own screen habits. In his home, there are strict rules: no gadgets at the dinner table, no devices in the bedrooms, and no screens after 6 p.m. While setting these boundaries can be challenging, he believes it’s important to give his kids quality time and attention, free from distractions.
Zamora also stresses that it’s not just about limiting screen time but about engaging with kids during their screen use. Instead of letting them watch alone, he takes time to sit with them, ask questions, and discuss the content they’re consuming. This approach helps him understand their emotional world and strengthens their bond.
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Article continues after this advertisementAnother critical point in Zamora’s video is the importance of providing alternatives to screens. He encourages parents to offer outdoor activities, creative play, and family time as a way to balance digital engagement with real-world experiences. “Go out and touch grass,” he says, encouraging kids to engage with the physical world beyond the screen.
Article continues after this advertisementIn addition, Zamora talks about the importance of teaching digital citizenship. It’s not enough to simply say “don’t look at bad stuff online.” He teaches his kids that the internet is a tool that can be both positive and negative, and that they should come to him if anything makes them uncomfortable.
Zamora’s message is clear: it’s not about rejecting screens, but teaching kids to use them responsibly. By setting boundaries, staying engaged, and teaching digital citizenship, parents can help their kids thrive in the digital world.
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