Kids & Technology: Navigating Digital Childhood & Raising Connected, Grounded Humans

Register for the free live, virtual event HERE. 

Hey parents, let’s be honest! Navigating the digital world with our kids can feel completely overwhelming. From the endless scroll of social media and the rabbit holes of YouTube to the brand-new frontier of AI tools helping them write their essays, the tech landscape is shifting faster than we can keep up.

If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, “How much screen time is too much?” or “Is this app changing how my child’s brain works?”—you are definitely not alone.

We invite you to take a deep breath and join us for a special, supportive online workshop designed just for you. This isn’t about judging or demanding a total tech ban; it's about giving you the real, practical tools you need to find a healthy balance for your family.

Meet Your Guides

We are bringing together two crucial perspectives to look at the whole child:

• The Developmental & Behavioral Lens: Led by a Erin Merli, CPNP-PC, PMHS from Annapolis Pediatrics, we'll look at the intersection of physical health and habit formation. You'll learn how tech impacts your child's sleep, brain development, and daily behaviors.
• The Emotional & Mental Lens: Led by a Christa E. Welch, LCSW-C from Betty Center, we’ll explore the emotional side of tech—dealing with social comparison, digital anxiety, and how to protect your child’s mental well-being.

What We’ll Explore Together

Instead of a rigid lecture, this is an interactive space where we’ll unpack the modern media mix together:

• The Video Cycle: Managing the addictive pull of YouTube, short-form video, and streaming.
• The Social Landscape: Helping kids navigate peer pressure, group chats, and social media platforms safely.
• The New Frontier: Understanding how AI (Artificial Intelligence) is shaping how our kids learn, create, and interact.
• Healthy Boundaries: How to set boundaries that actually stick—without the nightly screaming match.

Learn, Share, and Connect

We want to hear from you! This class is designed to be a collaborative space. You'll have the opportunity to share your own experiences, hear from other parents facing the exact same hurdles, and participate in a live Q&A session at the end. Bring your specific scenarios, your worries, and your questions—our experts are here to help you solve them.

Event Details: 🗓️ Date: July 13th ⏰ Time: 7:30 PM EST 📍 Location: Online via Zoom

You don't have to figure this out in isolation. Grab your favorite mug of tea or coffee, bring your questions, and let's figure out how to raise healthy, happy kids in a digital world—together.

Register for the free live, virtual talk HERE. 

This class is FREE for all to attend live. Registration is required. This class will be recorded to share as a future Annapolis Pediatrics resource; however, registrants who attend the live, virtual talk will have an opportunity to ask questions at the conclusion of the event. (after the recorded session has ended)

Visit our website "Classes and Events" page for additional talk topics as part of this 2026 series - "Empowered Parents, Resilient Children" at: https://annapolispediatrics.com/events