Is screen time BAD for toddlers?

Excessive screen time for toddlers can have several negative impacts, including:

👎🏼DEVELOPMENTAL DELAYS: Too much screen time can interfere with brain development, particularly in language, cognitive & social skills.

👎🏼SLEEP PROBLEMS: Exposure to screens before bedtime can disrupt sleep patterns, leading to difficulties falling asleep & staying asleep.

👎🏼EYE STRAIN: Prolonged screen use can cause eye strain & discomfort, even in young children.

👎🏼BEHAVIORAL ISSUES: High screen time is associated with increased risk of attention problems, hyperactivity & behavioral issues. (Tantrums!)

👎🏼LIMITED PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: Screen time often replaces active playtime, which is crucial for physical development & overall health. Excessive screen time can contribute to sedentary behavior that can lead to obesity & related health problems.

👎🏼SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT: Too much screen time can reduce opportunities for face-to-face interactions, which are also essential for developing social skills.

👎🏼REDUCE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE: excessive screen time can negatively impact readiness for school by taking time away from educational activities or not wanting to participate in those activities to watch tv.

👎🏼FAMILY TIME: Excessive use of screens can reduce the quality & quantity of family interactions & bonding time.

Remember that BALANCE IS KEY🔑 you do not have to go full screen-free or skip out on family movie nights. Aim to limit screen time to 1 hour per day for toddlers 5 & under.

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