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A parent and child on a park bench, the child focused on playing with pebbles, the parent observing attentively, symbolizing slow parenting and mindful presence.

The Rise of Slow Parenting: Why Some Families Are Trading Screens for Presence

In an age of constant digital stimulation, slow parenting offers a quiet rebellion, encouraging families to trade screens for meaningful connection and unstructured play. This philosophy is gaining traction, even as the UK government issues new guidance on screen time for young children.

Elise Marrow·April 7, 2026