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Kids Ain't Cheap
Kids Ain't Cheap
Catherine Reed

Are Millennial Parents Overreacting To Boomer Advice On Screen Time?

Are Millennial Parents Overreacting To Boomer Advice On Screen Time?

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If you’ve ever heard, “You kids turned out fine,” right after someone suggests unlimited cartoons, you already know this debate gets personal fast. Screen time isn’t just a parenting preference anymore—it touches school expectations, friendships, safety, and how kids unwind. Millennial parents often feel judged for setting boundaries, while Boomers may feel dismissed for offering what worked in their day. Let’s cut through the eye-rolls and look at what’s really happening, plus a few practical ways to keep the peace without ditching your family rules.

1. When Screens Become a Symbol, Not a Strategy

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