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Originally Posted by kdhfly

Our rule is no screens of any kind until school is done and after lunch. The "after lunch" part is because their behavior deteriorates horribly the rest of the day if they watch in the mornings. Don't know why, but it is our reality

We also have this rule. My son is also more affected when its in the morning as opposed to later.

I like this rule because as things change and fluctuate in terms of rules this one as been steady and gets us through a big chunk of the day with no screens.

Plus my son will negotiate so much if its chores based or whatever (I've done threads on this trait), so it's also a nice way to just not have to hear about it bc this has been a rule since he was little.

Also we have the no screen until rules and chores are done. During the school year we are so busy with sports and other activities just naturally it doesnt happen a lot.

In the summer its harder bc there is so much free time they could have done all chores, played outside for 6 hours and still have plenty of time for screens.

If its raining I allow more than if its nice out. eta: he is neurotypical.