Jennifer Johnson

Have 8 minutes? Hear Dr. Allison Stiles, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at URMC, answer these questions about screen time and digital boundaries for kids.
1. Why is it so hard for parents today to set screen time boundaries — and why is it so important that they do?
2. How do I know my child is ready for a smart phone or tablet?
3. What does a good boundary actually look like in practice? Where should parents start?
4. Kids push back hard when parents set limits. How do you hold firm without damaging the relationship?
5. How do parents know when screen use has crossed from 'normal kid/teen behavior' into something more concerning? When should they seek additional help?

Digital Boundaries: When is the right time for your child to have a cell phone? ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — In our Monthly Checkup for June we focus on setting digital boundaries. It’s a tough balance for any parent and their children. Dr. Allison Stiles from URMC joined Su…

Many of you have heard that Mr. Tom Golisano has been giving money to children’s hospitals across the country and uniting us. The Golisano Alliance that has formed from this is focused on elevating pediatric care, sharing best practices, and expanding medical services. As the OG hospital (original Golisano), we hosted the other hospitals at a gathering in Rochester this week. As they toured our hospital on Day 1, it was a delight to showcase our Family Connection Program and hear three of our tremendous Family Connection Program volunteers share how they are using their lived experience at our hospital to improve care! Day 2 brought the opportunity to partner with my friend and fellow hospital mom Krystle Ellis to share what receiving care at a Golisano Children’s Hospital is like and how partnering with families to improve care and access is something all of our Alliance partners should be doing. I love doing this work!… but now, a few days off for some rest and relaxation.

New this year at the : the “Tell Us Why You Stroll” board. It’s at the Roundhouse shelter. Stop by and sign it this morning.

✨ Spotlight ✨
Team "Liquid Gold Warriors" is one of the teams that is raising funds for Golisano Children's Hospital through the Stroll for Strong Kids on May 30th. This is why they Stroll: "The Division of Breastfeeding & Lactation Medicine is dedicated to ensuring every baby and family gets the support they need to thrive. As a key clinical initiative of Golisano Children's Hospital, we believe in providing the best possible care to families, breaking down barriers to access, and helping every child reach their full potential."
To support their efforts for the hospital, head to their team page: https://teamraiser.rochester.edu/site/TR/TeamRaiserTemplate/General?pg=team&team_id=10942&fr_id=1520