The following information is from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP):
"The first two years of your child’s life are especially important in the growth and development of her brain. During this time, children need positive interaction with other children and adults. This is especially true at younger ages, when learning to talk and play with others is so important.
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) discourages TV and other media use by children younger than 2 years and encourages interactive play.
For older children, total entertainment screen time should be limited to less than 1 to 2 hours per day of educational,nonviolent programs, which should be supervised by parents or other responsible adults in the home."
Take home message: no "screen time" (which includes phones, iPads, video games, etc) for under the age of two. For kids older than two, no more than two hours of screen time per day.
Time to share: Is this feasible? Do you follow this advice in your home?
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