How much screen time should a 3-year-old have? How can I reduce his screen time?
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Hello, How much screen time is enough for a 3-year-old? My 3 years wants to watch videos and shows and every time I try to turn off the video he starts crying. I am worried. Excessive screen time may inhibit a child's ability to observe and experience the typical everyday activities they need to engage with in order to learn about the world, and can also lead to tunnel vision. Please let me know How much screen time should a 3-year-old have? How can I reduce his screen time?
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@wolfrun Most of a baby's brain development happens in the first 2 years of life. It is recommended to limit the amount of time that babies and toddlers spend in front of a screen. By ages 2 and 3, it’s OK for kids to watch up to 1 hour a day of high-quality educational programming. Start with cutting half his screen time instead of completely cutting it off, spend time each day talking face to face with him and give them his full attention, During screen-free hours, put devices away or at a charging station in a common area so they're not attracting his attention, and take him outside playing outdoors increases your endorphins and provides that feeling of happiness in your brain, boosting your mood and improving your physical health.