How much screen time is too much? And how much are other kids getting? If you've ever handed over an iPad just to drink your coffee while it's still hot, you're in good company.

In this episode, we sit down with Jacqueline Nesi, clinical psychologist and author of the wildly popular Substack, Techno Sapiens, whose writing dives deep into parenting and screen time — with equal parts data and honesty. We break down the latest numbers from Common Sense Media’s new report on kids ages 0 to 8 and ask the questions all parents are thinking:

• ​Is 2 hours and 27 minutes of screen time really normal?
• ​Do all 8-year-olds actually have phones?

We also get real about what’s behind the screen time — the chaos, the quiet moments, and the choices parents make to survive another day. From guilt and guidelines to YouTube rabbit holes, we cover what matters most: context, compassion, and curiosity.

If you’ve ever felt conflicted about screens, this episode won’t judge you. It’ll just make you feel a little more seen.

Dr. Jacqueline (Jackie) Nesi is a Clinical Psychologist, Assistant Professor at Brown University, and author of the weekly newsletter Techno Sapiens, which reaches over 50,000 readers every week. Her research focuses on the role of technology in kids’ mental health, and on how parents can help. She is also the co-founder of Tech Without Stress, which provides online resources and courses for parents raising kids in the digital age. She's also a mom of two (and soon to be three!).

You can find Jacqueline on: technosapiens.substack.com

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