'I limit my child to 20 minutes screen time - other mum allows 9 hours a day'
Two British mothers have differing opinions on screen time for their children, with one limiting it to 20 minutes and the other allowing up to 9 hours a day. The debate follows new government guidance recommending children under five have limited screen time.
Two British mothers, Annette Kellow and Britt Jones, have contrasting views on screen time for their children. Annette limits her 7-year-old son's screen time to 20 minutes, up to four times a week, using a stopwatch to enforce the rule. In contrast, Britt allows her children, aged 4 and 6, to have 'unlimited' viewing time, often spending up to 9 hours a day on screens. The disagreement comes after new government guidance was released, recommending children under five limit their screen time to one hour per day. Annette allows her son to watch only educational content and bans screens on weekends, promoting outdoor activities instead. She is concerned about the potential negative effects of excessive screen time on her child's development and is preparing for potential challenges as he grows older.
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