Embrace screen time & connect with kids?

https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/52899/forget-screen-time-rules-lean-in-to-parenting-your-wired-child-author-says

I like what this article has to offer when it comes to discussion. In the end, I believe that one of our jobs is to teach kids to relate to the world in healthy, functional ways. Screens are very much a part of the world.  I'm also not a fan of abstinence only education when it comes to sex and food, so opening my mind to embrace screens in moderation and with intention feels right to me. Put differently, it's a question of who, when, where and why: 

Kids at the dinner table to avoid conversing with the family? No go!  

Toddlers at a restaurant with an ipad? I get it, but this may be a fabulous opportunity to  teach necessary skills to sit, play a small board game, interact and chat at the table! Trust me, it gets easier with more practice (assuming this is a kid who has the capacity to do this - if not, give yourself a break and screen it up! Let those around you judge until the cows come home - you are the parent, doing the best you can, with what tools you have!).

Cuddling on the couch with my son after a rough day to watch his favourite movie? Totally worth it!

11 year old with a phone in his bedroom? Not a great idea!

Having a video game tournament with all family members as a means of connection, letting off steam and fun? Bring it on! In fact, I like to suggest leaning in to screens if my clients LOVE them and their parents want to build some connection with their kids. This becomes an incredible opportunity to model self-regulation, see what your kids are into AND ensure that the games they're playing are best for them (i.e., age-appropriate)!

What are your thoughts? 

Full disclosure: We are a "tech-light" family and use screens to watch movies 1-2 times a week, use the ipad to look up cute puppies, and have a wii fit that comes out once every two months for a weekend.