Family Digital Boundaries Planner
Reviewed by Guardian AI — practical, parent-facing guidance for healthier family technology habits.
Published June 19, 2026 · Last reviewed June 19, 2026 by Guardian AI
Fill this out together. The boundaries that work are predictable, fair, and followed by the whole family — including the adults.
1. Our phone-free times
When are no screens allowed for anyone?
2. Our phone-free places
Where are no screens allowed?
3. Our bedtime cutoff
All screens off at:
Devices charge overnight at:
4. Our weekend reset
One screen-light family activity each week — what and when?
5. What the adults will do differently
Kids follow what parents do. Pick at least two changes the adults will model first.
6. Our two-week trial
We'll try this rhythm for two weeks, then meet to adjust.
Review date:
How to introduce it without drama
- Announce the changes once, calmly, before they start.
- Explain the why in one sentence — "sleep" is enough.
- Apply each rule to yourself first.
- Hold the line for two weeks. Most pushback fades by day 10.
- Review together. Adjust what isn't working.
Quick gut-check before adding a rule
Ask yourself: "Is this consistent, kind, and something I'm willing to follow myself?" If yes, it'll probably work.