Children and Screen Time | Parent Discussion | Tips

Children and Screen Time | Parent Discussion | Tips

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As children do more remote or e-learning, they are spending more time on computers or digital devices. The amount of screen time has increased. Screen time has been a topic in many discussions among parents.

Some questions surround discussion are: What do the expert say about screen time? How much screen time is okay for my child? How do you balance the time on digital device and playing? When should I allow my child use a digital device? Are there any apps or websites for children do you suggest? Do I need to have a tablet, laptop, or device to help my child learn? 

Emelia and Tanya, who are nursing students and moms, have a conversation about children, digital devices, and their concerns about screen time. They discuss the issues, how they navigate their lives in the digital world--as students in a nursing program and as mothers. They offer tips for healthier screen times. They answer some of the many questions that parents may have about screen time, watching TV, and using digtial devices. They also make personal recommendations on kid apps, activities involving interactions, and scheduling learning time.

DISCLAIMER:

Emelia and Tanya are not specialists or experts in brain development and pediatric medicine. Their opinions and conversations in this video are in no way, imply they are. They base their opinions on experience as moms and their findings from professional literature and studies done by researchers, as well as specialists.

Please do find information and read the latest studies on brain development and the effects of digital devices on small children from researchers and child development specialists. Most importantly, read to your children and interact with them—TALK, PLAY, and SNUGGLE!

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