I think moderation is one of the biggest keys to properly raising children.

My children do have fast food, iPad and TV time, and sometimes play with my phone in the car or grocery store. However, they spend WAY more time outdoors than staring at devices...they are out there at least 2-3 hours each day. And when it's raining or just too dang cold, I let them burn off their energy in the house. My 7 year old reads to me daily for practice, and my 4 year old and I sing his ABCs, numbers, days of the week, and months of the year together multiple times a day.

We also have movie nights or game nights where we all spend time together. And we cook 4-5 nights per week and sit down at the table as a family to eat and enjoy each other's company.

I know that isn't the case for many families these days, however, as people just don't think to make the time for what matters. We aren't perfect parents at all, but I always have my children's best interests in mind. This article is a good reminder of those interests!!