Healthy screen use is all about staying in balance with all the screens your children use. When we talk about being healthy, it’s not just about physical health, but also social and mental well-being. Finding the right balance is different for everyone, but as a parent, there are a few things you can do to encourage healthy screen habits in your child!
✨ Know what’s happening – Here are 5 conversation starters from Common Sense Media to help you talk with your child about their screen use:
- Do any of your screen time habits get in the way of things like sleep, spending time with friends and family, or getting outside?
- What is your favorite app or game right now?
- Have you ever set time limits for yourself when you’re online?
- Do you ever feel like you’ve spent too much time online?
- Do you ever feel pressured to be online?
🤙 Set ground rules – We’ve previously shared our 10 Golden Smartphone Rules to help with this.
👀 Lead by example – Children follow the example you set.
Parents serve as role models to their children, though they are not immune to the unhealthy effects of screens themselves. So, have a conversation together about screen use and help each other make mindful choices! Together we can do it!
