But for many families, the reality looks different: One quick episode turns into half the morning, tablets sneak into car journeys, and suddenly it’s dinner time and no one’s quite sure where the day went.

A digital detox for kids doesn’t have to mean strict rules or taking devices away in a dramatic stand-off. It’s really about creating space — space for boredom, for movement, for conversation, and for those slightly chaotic moments that don’t come with an on/off button.

This is where mindfulness for kids shows up in a very ordinary way. When screens aren’t filling every quiet moment, children start noticing what they’re doing, how they’re feeling and what’s going on around them. 

Summer gives us a rare reset point. Not to be perfect, but to be a bit more present — and to let kids experience their days instead of scrolling through them.