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As parents, it's essential to establish and enforce healthy screen time limits for our children. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends the following guidelines:
For children under 18 months: Avoid the use of screens altogether, except for video chatting.
For children aged 18 to 24 months: Introduce high-quality, educational content with parental supervision.
For children aged 2 to 5 years: Limit screen time to one hour per day of high-quality programming, accompanied by parental interaction and engagement.
For children aged 6 years and older: Establish consistent limits on screen time and prioritise activities that promote physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional development.
Promoting Balanced Media Use:
While screens are a pervasive part of modern life, it's essential to encourage balanced media use among children. Parents can promote healthy screen habits by:
Leading by example: Limit your own screen time and prioritize real-life interactions with your child.
Creating screen-free zones: Designate certain areas of the home, such as bedrooms and mealtime areas, as screen-free zones to promote family bonding.
Encouraging alternative activities: Encourage your child to engage in hobbies, sports, and creative pursuits that don't involve screens.
Monitoring content: Supervise your child's screen time and ensure that the content they consume is age-appropriate and educational.
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