Handle Your Kid Without Screen time

We get it, you just need 10 minutes to clean the dishes, sip your tea before it turns cold, prepare a meal without a meltdown, or perhaps answer a call. So, what you do is hand over the phone, turn on the TV, or queue YouTube videos. Now, you’ve got a moment for yourself whilst your kid is hooked to the screen, getting his meal bites and staying put without any drama. Sounds like a win, right? The truth is, you may get things done, but your little could be missing out on real developments.

If managed properly, using screen time to calm the kid from being too much and handling their tantrums might be harmless, especially for a few minutes. But when giving phone becomes a go-to every single time, your child might start to compromise on speaking their feelings, engage in mindless eating, and manage their emotions, thus reducing parent-child interaction. Tantrum? Swipe. Frustrated? Tap Tap. Bored? Watch videos.

So, there’s how you can ditch this habit and say hello to screen-free, mind-building toy ideas that will keep kids busy and develop essential skills.

Puzzles: Engage them in a world of shapes and problem-solving. From chunky pieces for toddlers to jigsaw puzzles for older ones. DIY kits such as construction vehicles, bead jewelry making, and mindful games.

Sorting and Building Blocks: Color sorting, stacking cups, or shape sorters, alphabet recognition. These gems are ideal for solo play and early learning, enhancing early math and categorization skills.

LCD Writing Tablets: The best alternative to phones! A total parent hack. These LCD writing pads are mess-free, radiation-free, and way less stimulating than tablets. They do not strain the eyes or disrupt sleep cycles. Great for doodling, practicing letters, or making creatures out of their imagination.