Make room for life beyond screens
Plan simple alternatives for moments when a screen becomes the default.
Look at what screens may be replacing: conversation, movement, play or sleep. Predictable family habits can help make transitions less sudden. When you do use media, choose suitable content and stay involved rather than leaving it running in the background. A difficult transition does not mean you have failed; change one routine at a time.
You can try
- Choose a screen-free moment, such as meals or the bedtime routine.
- Prepare an alternative: a book, a song or a short shared game.
- Give a simple warning before stopping and stay nearby if your child is upset.
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