The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has official screen time recommendations for kids of different ages – but parents still have to grapple with the trade-offs and practicalities.
One parent has shared her own struggles with finding the right balance, and the exceptions she allows to her normally-strict policy …
The AAP says that a healthy balance is key, and that parents need to come up with personalized plans which reflect your children as individuals.
“There are risks and benefits that come with media use. The key is to develop habits that help your family strike a healthy balance. You can decide what media use is best for your family. Remember, all children and teens need adequate sleep (8–12 hours, depending on age), physical activity (1 hour), and time away from media. (See the “Media Use Guidelines” chart, below, for general guidelines for media use based on age.)
Because children today are growing up in a time of highly…”
Source 9to5mac.com