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The Best Parenting Hack Is Being Rich
Young kids shouldn’t have screen time, a new report warns. But who can afford to follow that advice?
TL;DR
- A systematic review suggests children under 2 should have no intentional screen time.
- More screen exposure in toddlers is associated with less parent-child interaction, delayed development, sleep, and eating problems.
- Wealthier and more educated parents are more likely to limit their children's screen time.
- Financial resources allow parents to afford labor-saving services, flexible work, and have more energy for enforcing boundaries.
- Children in families with more resources tend to have better outcomes due to a more conducive home environment, safer neighborhoods, and better schools.